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License Plate Guitar

 Hey everybody.   I've been hoping, since I started this addiction, to build an LPG, but just can't seem to find a decently priced one when…

Started by Southern Ray

 16 Apr 6, 2021
Reply by Southern Ray

My 75th CBG and somthing new!!!

I've been making cbg for almost 7 years, I just finished my 75th one, I have sold all but 8, it's been a fun journey, learning experience a…

Started by Josh Thompson

 4 Nov 5, 2019
Reply by Poorness Studios

Cigar Box Guitar How-to Knowledgebase at CigarBoxGuitar.com

Be sure to check out the ever-growing collection of Cigar Box Guitar How-to articles over at www.CigarBoxGuitar.com. C. B. Gitty is buildin…

Started by Ben "C. B. Gitty" Baker

 22 Aug 22, 2019
Reply by Martin Simpson

The limited edtion swamp witch guitar comic book now view-able in online version.

In case you missed The  swamp  witch guitars  comic book   (age of the swamp witch guitar  ) limited  2015 edition. or could not get a copy…

Started by the anonymous pick

 20 Jul 24, 2017
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Seasick Steve Shows Off His Guitars - VIDEO

If you've ever wanted more info on the guitars Seasick Steve is playing, including some of the homemade instruments he uses, check out this…

Started by Ben "C. B. Gitty" Baker

 0 Oct 5, 2015

Cigar Box Guitars & the Making of "Little Boxes" by Walk Off the Earth

This video has amassed more than 10 Million hits.  You've probably seen it.  Now hear Shane Speal's interesting backstory to the entire pro…

Started by Ben "C. B. Gitty" Baker

 0 Oct 1, 2015

High Quality Deluxe Cigar Box Guitars

Hey Everyone, We have just launched our new line of premium cigar box guitars with a look and sound that is absolutely amazing! They are no…

Started by Aaron Quick

 0 Jun 22, 2015

Seeking info and advice on building a 6-string license plate guitar

Hi all! I want to build a 6-string CBG-style license plate guitar. I'd like some info from those that have made such guitars. Things like…

Started by J. W. James

 29 Nov 26, 2013
Reply by J. W. James

Check out my new blog - cigarboxguitars.co.uk

Hi guys and girls,I’ve started adding posts to my new blog all about building cigar box guitars and invite you all to check it out.The firs…

Started by Stewart Corlett

 0 Sep 4, 2012

New Guitars for Sale

   I've been building guitars for a while and recently decided to start selling. Here is my first Etsy listing: http://www.etsy.com/listing…

Started by Jonathan Rebert

 2 Nov 9, 2011
Reply by Jonathan Rebert

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Song lyrics for Steve's new song

Started by J. D. Woods in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. 20 hours ago. 4 Replies

AI Search Query - Curious Answer

Started by Southern Ray in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by A.D.EKER on Wednesday. 4 Replies

UK - Best Place to Buy Cigar Box's

Started by Rich Butters in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Crazed Fandango on Tuesday. 4 Replies

Are metal frets necessary?

Started by J. D. Woods in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by J. D. Woods Apr 20. 7 Replies

Busking Songs...

Started by Nomad Jack in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by J. D. Woods Apr 17. 7 Replies

Joseph J. Rogowski about Current Based Pickup Design

Started by Moritz Voegeli in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 14. 6 Replies

crossover guitar.

Started by Timothy Hunter in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Apr 10. 14 Replies

Flat bucker under box top. Any Success?

Started by Tom T in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 9. 9 Replies

Has anyone tried this? Thoughts?

Started by Southern Ray in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 4. 7 Replies

just came accross this pickup idea on youtube.

Started by Timothy Hunter in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 27. 1 Reply

VIDEO: Building a CBG with limited resources.

Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 10. 1 Reply

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

Tune up songs

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

Duel output jacks

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

No Harmonics

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

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

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

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

Guitar for the grandson

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

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

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I'll be fashionable this summer =)

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

Everyone can make CBG. And I did it =)

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

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

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

Big Power Bank for Small CBG =)

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

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