Working on first CBG. Wrestling with various issues but learning a lot, I hope. You guys are a wonderful resource.
So now what I`m trying to work out is, as stated, string spacing and setback. My neck is one and five eighths. I know, a bit wide but that`s what the kid wants. So figuring in fret bevel (everything I have read speaks only to distance from fret board edge) it seems that the outside strings wind up a bit close to the fret ends when following most recommendations I find. So what works? Also, do you give more space for the first string to resist it being pulled off the fret? I guess string spacing will be pretty much decided by what is left after setback is figured.
Have many, many questions. Another question is: I find lots of beautiful all wood boxes that have very thick sides. I want to make guitars that will sound good when not using the pick up. I`m wondering if anyone has tried to set up a routing jig that will allow routing the inside of a heavy box to thin the wood for better tone.
Last question. How does one stop buying cigar boxes? I have developed an obsession for them. Maybe a twelve step program.
Thanks to all.
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Thanks Ron. I overthink a lot. The piece I`m working on has a somewhat thick top so I`ve taken a Mouse sander and thinned around the inside edge which seemed to make quite a difference when tone tapping. I`ve made a couple of CB Ukes but cut the backs off the boxes and made it the top with Cedar. They sound great so now trying to run with the big dogs. Always greatful for the help
Yep, already planning my next one and still working on the 1st one (well really the third one, if you count the toy one for my son and my failed cookie tin banjo which I might be able to save)...
We are CBG. You will be assimilated. Resistance is futile.
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Wayfinder, I have read quite a bit about the issue you mention which is why I posted the setback question. I think I`ll move the High e in just a bit. Seems some like the fourth string a bit closer to the edge for thumb over chords. Thoughts? For years and years I expected to learn guitar but never did. Now my hands are too arthritic to play. Ahh procrastination. I do love building though and hope to next make a three string for myself and learn slide. Thanks for reply.
You might be surprised about your arthritis. My M-I-L started getting it and went out and bought a piano and started taking lessons.She did say stretching her fingers to play the exercises helped.I can't say for sure,but she did keep it up and could play some, but would quit playing if she knew somebody was listening. A CBG might be the therapy your mind and body need. Enjoy your builds.
Hey, thanks for the encouraging words.
Checked the video. Amazing.
Saw a pic of a kitty dish CBG and found a great size I am planning to use on a three string.
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