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Jun 8, 2020
James Saurbaugh commented on Cigar Box Nation's group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101
"Well thank you all for the input. The problem has been isolated to the amp cord itself. It is not consistently making a good connection inside the sleeve that enters the CBG. Of course when I tested it with another guitar, it worked. When I tried…"
Jun 5, 2020
James Saurbaugh commented on Cigar Box Nation's group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101
"Well I am proud to say I just completed my very first CBG build. I am very happy with the way it all turned out and I have three kids who I plan to build one for each of them next. But I added a Piezo disc pickup yo mine with a standard jack and…"
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This group is for discussing the basics of CBG building for newer builders - where to start, what to do, common pitfalls, tips and techniques.Keep in mind that new builders can find other great informative articles on CBG building, as well as most of the parts you'll need, over at C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply!See More
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