#1 resource for Cigar Box Guitars, Free Plans, How-To, Parts & More!

Joe Williams's Discussions (88)

View

Discussions Replied To (50)	Replies	Latest Activity
"If I use the copper cone, I kind of hate to cover it if not necessary, and as I'm ju…" Joe Williams replied Sep 8, 2017 to Resonaror cover	10	Sep 9, 2017 Reply by Michael Fred Johnson
"I get your point though, thanks. " Joe Williams replied Sep 7, 2017 to Resonaror cover	10	Sep 9, 2017 Reply by Michael Fred Johnson
"Got it, thanks, but I note that most I see on CBGs are not covered." Joe Williams replied Sep 7, 2017 to Resonaror cover	10	Sep 9, 2017 Reply by Michael Fred Johnson
"But can support string tension without collapsing?" Joe Williams replied Sep 7, 2017 to Resonaror cover	10	Sep 9, 2017 Reply by Michael Fred Johnson
"Very nice work. Part of the joy of the project, for me, is the junkyard nature of it…" Joe Williams replied Aug 6, 2017 to Resonator conversion.	8	Aug 6, 2017 Reply by Joe Williams
"I certainly considered that, but improvising is too much fun. I have some sauce pan…" Joe Williams replied Aug 1, 2017 to Resonator conversion.	8	Aug 6, 2017 Reply by Joe Williams
"Or that maybe, but this is an acoustic guitar, so looking for what sounds best and h…" Joe Williams replied Jul 31, 2017 to Resonator conversion.	8	Aug 6, 2017 Reply by Joe Williams
"It only has a headphone output. " Joe Williams replied Jul 2, 2017 to Convert old radio to amp	11	Jul 5, 2017 Reply by JL
"" Joe Williams replied Jul 2, 2017 to Convert old radio to amp	11	Jul 5, 2017 Reply by JL
"I'll have to get to that a little later, on the way out. Thanks. " Joe Williams replied Jul 2, 2017 to Convert old radio to amp	11	Jul 5, 2017 Reply by JL

‹ Previous
1
…
3
4
5
Next ›

RSS

Welcome to
Cigar Box Nation

Sign Up
or Sign In

Or sign in with:

The Essential Pages

Site Sponsor

Forum

Free PDF Download: Vintage Guitar Effects Plans - 1967 Fuzzbox and 1969 Treble Boost

Started by Cigar Box Nation in Feature Articles. Last reply by BrianQ. Mar 9. 4 Replies 3 Likes

Tune up songs

Started by Ghostbuttons in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Mar 9. 5 Replies 1 Like

Duel output jacks

Started by Justin Stanchfield in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Mar 8. 6 Replies 0 Likes

No Harmonics

Started by Ken I in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Brian partington Mar 8. 8 Replies 0 Likes

Camera suggestions?

Started by Southern Ray in Cool gear discussion - that's not cigar box related. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 6. 5 Replies 0 Likes

CBG site issues, continued.

Started by Taffy Evans in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Taffy Evans Mar 5. 4 Replies 2 Likes

Anyone used a violin-style tailpiece on a CBG?

Started by Justin Stanchfield in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Carl Floyd Mar 1. 15 Replies 0 Likes

Guitar for the grandson

Started by Joe in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Carl Floyd Feb 29. 13 Replies 0 Likes

Building with vintage paper/pressed board cigar boxes.

Started by Chance in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Feb 22. 12 Replies 1 Like

Blog Posts

I'll be fashionable this summer =)

Posted by Vlad on March 31, 2024 at 11:48pm 0 Comments 1 Like

Everyone can make CBG. And I did it =)

Posted by Vlad on March 6, 2024 at 2:32am 5 Comments 2 Likes

.✨. Cover Me ..♪♫•¨•. ~ the Delta Blues Outlaws

Posted by billy jones bluez on February 28, 2024 at 2:09pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

Q&A with Arkansas-based talented blues musician Billy Jones, one of the very best authentic modern artists

Posted by billy jones bluez on February 17, 2024 at 11:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

Big Power Bank for Small CBG =)

Posted by Vlad on February 11, 2024 at 1:06am 1 Comment 1 Like

Latest Activity

Doug Thorsvik commented on Doug Thorsvik's video

Don't Worry Be Happy: 3D Printed Cigar Box Guitar

"Wish I could too Uncle John!!!"

3 hours ago

Doug Thorsvik commented on Doug Thorsvik's video

I Can Only Imagine: 2-String Chugger License Plate Cigar Box Guitar

"Thanks Uncle John! I’m always delighted when other Slingers choose it to play."

3 hours ago

J. D. Woods commented on J. D. Woods's photo

Current Instrument Line-Up

"Hi Uncle John, Ha, ha!! So glad you asked, I wondered when somebody was gonna notice! I'll try…"

4 hours ago

A.D.EKER commented on AGP #'s photo

AGP #530 - ''Pink Floyd''

"Colorfull Build AGP # the last colorfull song they will ever build ,the feud is going…"

10 hours ago

A.D.EKER commented on Poorness Studios's video

Jose Cuervo | Shelly West cover on 4-string CBG

"its good to hear you are part of the "Old Content" did not get any of this ,but you…"

10 hours ago

A.D.EKER commented on A.D.EKER's video

There i was Standing at the ..... BCB - A. D. Eker 2024

"Good morning UJ ,How are you ? hope you are fine! i did say "CrossRoads",Blues Rock its a…"

10 hours ago

Uncle John commented on J. D. Woods's photo

Current Instrument Line-Up

"Here is a link to CBG 101. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jy04bkM_JSc"

15 hours ago

Uncle John commented on J. D. Woods's photo

Current Instrument Line-Up

"Nice line up. Unusual pick guard on the big git that looks like a Martin. What is that…"

15 hours ago

Uncle John commented on Ghostbuttons's photo

Four projects

"Nice, nice trio."

16 hours ago

Uncle John commented on Crazed Fandango's photo

Frethound 4 String

"Looks great. That looks like one I could really like playing. Four strings too. …"

16 hours ago

Uncle John commented on David Hopkins's photo

Anti-Body Guitars 18,19 and 20

"Great theme, workmanship and guitars!"

16 hours ago

Uncle John commented on David Hopkins's photo

Angel 2x Anti-Body #17

"Very, very nice. I hope it got to a good home and that it will be enjoyed.."

16 hours ago

CigarBoxGuitar.com Knowledgebase Articles

Add a Panel-Mount Gain to a C. B. Gitty Amp Board

Cigar Box Guitar Building Tip: Neck Reinforcement with Humbuckers

A Step-by-Step Guide On How To Make a Straight Headstock

Cigar Box Ukulele Kit Assembly Guide

Advanced Cigar Box Guitar Building guide by Joshua Gayou

“Open A” AEA Tuning on your Cigar Box Guitar: 4 Methods, with String Sizes & Sound Clips

“Open E” EBE Tuning on your Cigar Box Guitar: 4 Methods, with String Sizes & Sound Clips

“Open D” DAD Tuning on your Cigar Box Guitar: 4 Methods, with String Sizes & Sound Clips

“Open G” GDG Tuning on your Cigar Box Guitar: 4 Methods, with String Sizes & Sound Clips

Diatonic (Dulcimer-Style) Fretting – What it is, How and Why to Use It

More…

Events

Add an Event

Music

Badges | Report an Issue | Terms of Service

Cigar Box Nation is presented by C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply, your one-stop-shop for Cigar Box Guitar parts and accessories!

#xg { position:relative;top:120px; } #xn_bar { top:120px; }

Hello, you need to enable JavaScript to use Cigar Box Nation.

Please check your browser settings or contact your system administrator.

Scroll \uastyle>\ud/** Scrollup **/\ud.scrollup {\ud background: url("https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/963882636?profile=original") no-repeat scroll 0 0 transparent;\ud bottom: 25px;\ud display: inline !important;\ud height: 40px;\ud opacity: 0.3 !important;\ud position: fixed;\ud right: 30px;\ud text-indent: -9999px;\ud width: 40px;\ud z-index: 999;\ud}\ud.scrollup:hover {\ud opacity:0.99!important;\ud}\ud \uascript type="text/javascript">\ud x$(document).ready(function(){\ud x$(window).scroll(function(){\ud if (x$(this).scrollTop() > 100) {\ud x$('.scrollup').fadeIn();\ud } else {\ud x$('.scrollup').fadeOut();\ud }\ud });\ud x$('.scrollup').click(function(){\ud x$("html, body").animate({ scrollTop: 0 }, 600);\ud return false;\ud });\ud });\ud \ua!-- End Scroll Up -->

Joe Williams's Discussions (88)

"If I use the copper cone, I kind of hate to cover it if not necessary, and as I'm ju…"

"I get your point though, thanks. "

"Got it, thanks, but I note that most I see on CBGs are not covered."

"But can support string tension without collapsing?"

"Very nice work. Part of the joy of the project, for me, is the junkyard nature of it…"

"I certainly considered that, but improvising is too much fun. I have some sauce pan…"

"Or that maybe, but this is an acoustic guitar, so looking for what sounds best and h…"

"It only has a headphone output. "

""

"I'll have to get to that a little later, on the way out. Thanks. "

The Essential Pages

Site Sponsor

Recommended Links & Resources

Forum

Blog Posts

Latest Activity

CigarBoxGuitar.com Knowledgebase Articles

Events

Music