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2 string CGB bass string question

I just finished my first 3 string CBG; and I am pleased with it, and it sounds good. I've started to make a 2 string CB Bass, and I have a…

Started by William Reinhardt

 5 Feb 24, 2016
Reply by Cory LeBeau

#1 Project Started ... 3 string

hello !  here the begin of my first one :D will continue as soon I receive material :) ciaoo

Started by Franck

 11 Feb 1, 2016
Reply by Alan Hergert

the middle G string is breaking when I try to tune

I have a cbg and scale measures 610 mm ( 24 " ) . The stringing I used was 0.011 caliber .   I tried to tune like this: low G middle D midd…

Started by Alcides Cursino de Siqueira Neto

 6 Nov 18, 2015
Reply by Alcides Cursino de Siqueira Neto

Newbie here with a couple questions!!

Hi folks!! Well, my name is Sachi. I've been lurking for a couple of weeks but in the last couple of days i have started posting a little…

Started by Sachi Weaver

 21 Apr 29, 2014
Reply by Matthew Borczon

How strong is aluminum

hmm...Thinking... How strong is aluminum tube ? Diameters 1,5mm walls, inside 20, outside 23.5 Can it handel lightest bass string what is 0…

Started by Jantan ux

 20 Mar 12, 2014
Reply by Jantan ux

string gauge for a three string.

I am neither a musician or a luthier. I just like to make things and play music, so this may seem a little stupid to some of you. What str…

Started by J. Randel Dancing

 24 Jan 17, 2014
Reply by Bluesheart

Diddley Bow Strings

Hey all, I have made a Diddley Bow but with a wire fro the string. I am afraid the wire is too thick because when I strum it, it sounds rea…

Started by Mike D

 14 Dec 7, 2013
Reply by Barry Kaatz

Upright Double Bass Strings

What is the distance apart of the strings at the nut and at the bridge. The double bass is 3/4 size about 6 foot in length.

Started by Redbelly

 2 Oct 2, 2013
Reply by Redbelly

Tip for finding chords on a 3 or 4 string guitar in any tuning

Hi Folks, I just ordered a cigar box guitar from C.B. Gitty (the basic model, via Amazon). I discovered the cigar box guitar (and the did…

Started by Serge Hulne

 5 Sep 7, 2013
Reply by Bluesheart

tuning and scale length?

hi everyone I'm new to building (on my 3rd right now) and I want to build a cigar box guitar in every tuning. I have my first 2 tuned to G…

Started by jojo mcelroy

 6 Aug 24, 2013
Reply by jojo mcelroy

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Song lyrics for Steve's new song

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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.

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Flat bucker under box top. Any Success?

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Has anyone tried this? Thoughts?

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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

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Tune up songs

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Duel output jacks

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Camera suggestions?

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CBG site issues, continued.

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Anyone used a violin-style tailpiece on a CBG?

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