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20 inch scale build question?

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Jan 20, 2020

Tom T replied to Bill's discussion 20 inch scale build question?

"You have a lot of good choices, but you might consider the following approach. 1. Find you current favorite build. 2. Measure the strings on this one, then use and online string tension calculator to determine the tension of each string. 3. Next,…"

Jan 20, 2020

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20 inch scale build question?

I would like to build a 20 scale cbg for my next build, just wondering about, which strings to use, how to tune, etc. just getting started in building this will be my 3rd. Trying to teach myself to play, with the help of this group. I travel so I though a small cbg would be easier to carry and still function as a good way to learn. thanx billSee More

Jan 20, 2020

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Rich Butters liked Bill's discussion My first, thank you for your advice.

Nov 19, 2019

Gus K replied to Bill's discussion Tuner and nut question. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"Well that is a bit different as I'm assuming you are using your fingers. Many fretless players just use a slide so there is no reason to be concerned about height."

Nov 6, 2019

Bill replied to Bill's discussion My first, thank you for your advice. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"will do thanx."

Nov 6, 2019

BrianQ. replied to Bill's discussion My first, thank you for your advice. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"I’m glad you’re already evolving towards advanced techniques like scarf joints & frets? better to use the right saw, frets could pop up if the blade is too wide for the fret tangs? Check the width of the fret tang against the blades…"

Nov 6, 2019

Bill replied to Bill's discussion My first, thank you for your advice. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"Good idea. I already ordered the Med. Med. fret wire. I will try to use the files I have. Although the dressing file looks like something I will need. I have the scarf joint drying. I don't have a fret saw,…"

Nov 6, 2019

BrianQ. replied to Bill's discussion My first, thank you for your advice. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"Hey Bill, now that’s out of the way, it’s time to level up? check this out: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=7W4NdYCJCi4&list=PLQoYJG1ht92f3gcxoQ7f-m9ZXpW8gG1pO&index=5&t=0s ;"

Nov 6, 2019

Bill replied to Bill's discussion My first, thank you for your advice. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"Didn't know what I was doin' just ended up there. LOL"

Nov 6, 2019

John Mark Perchalski replied to Bill's discussion My first, thank you for your advice. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"Very pretty indeed! I notice you've not only adjusted your bridge for intonation, but you've also placed your string anchors so that the higher strings have successively longer placement. Might I ask where you found the information on…"

Nov 6, 2019

John Mark Perchalski liked Bill's discussion My first, thank you for your advice.

Nov 6, 2019

Bill replied to Bill's discussion My first, thank you for your advice. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"thanx"

Nov 6, 2019

MadGomer replied to Bill's discussion My first, thank you for your advice. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"Yeah, I could see you had darker fret lines where there would typically be a fret marker, that's a cool idea. Personally I think linseed oil is a good option for you - take a look at Youtube videos etc of guys using it on gunstocks. …"

Nov 6, 2019

Bill replied to Bill's discussion My first, thank you for your advice. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"I was wondering about what to put on it, i'll try the linseed oil. Or which would be better tung or linseed oil? It's hard to see but I used a wood burner on the the 3,5,7,9, 12. Today I'm gonna try my hand at…"

Nov 6, 2019

MadGomer replied to Bill's discussion My first, thank you for your advice. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"You have learned well grasshopper!! Seriously, that's a great looking piece of work, far prettier than my first one. Is that a walnut neck? Some linseed or tung oil will be great on that if you want to finish it (just need to be…"

Nov 6, 2019

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At 5:08am on October 14, 2019, BrianQ. said…: Welcome to the nation Bill, get on over to the Resources tab for tons of build & play info? I’m sure you’re already aware of Glenn Watt & Del Puckett on YouTube? Join some groups n make some noise, we’re here for ya’, here’s something that might help you build your 1st one, cheers :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmzvfyOizV8&t=16s