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The markings on the bottom of paper-covered boxes
Started this discussion. Last reply by Poorness Studios May 7, 2019. 1 Reply 0 Likes
For those of you who use the wooden bottoms of the paper-covered boxes as soundboards, what do you do with/about any markings on the bottom? For example, on the Arturo Fuente boxes, there's a…Continue
Fret width / depth
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jerry Jordan Apr 5, 2019. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Sorry if this has been covered 1000 times before but I was unable to quickly find a discussion on this. Anyhoo <sic>, I was looking into purchasing fret wire for a project but realized that…Continue
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"I love those Lyra labels... bought a few, myself. I'll use copies on my own work and keep the originals. I scanned one and modified it to say "harp", for use on a cigar box harp still under construction. :)"
The markings on the bottom of paper-covered boxes
For those of you who use the wooden bottoms of the paper-covered boxes as soundboards, what do you do with/about any markings on the bottom? For example, on the Arturo Fuente boxes, there's a "burnt" scroll shape with full brand name and serial number. Could I sand it off without damaging the bottom? I really have no idea how thick the layers are in the plywood on those. I also have an Aroma de Cuba mi Amor that I plan on using in such a way that both the top and bottom would be visible,…See More
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- How did you learn about Cigar Box Nation?
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- How many instruments have you built so far?
- None so far.
- What do you find most interesting about cigar box guitars? (If you do not enter something meaningful here, your membership may be rejected).
- I have an interest in woodworking and a desire to make inexpensive instruments for lower income families. CBG's look relatively easy to put together, easily customized, and cheap to get the parts. Plus, I just love folk instruments, and have an interest in clowning and thought something like this would go well with a hobo clown character.
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- At 6:49pm on November 2, 2017,
Bob Johnston said…
Jeffrey, I scored big time on some white Corian to make nuts if you are interested. I pulled about 12 feet out of the trash at a company that builds cabinets. What I like about using the Corian is that I can file it after installing it and fine tune my action. I cut it on a chop saw or you can use a hand saw. Let me know and I'll drop you off a chunk next time I'm over in Stage Coach
- At 4:36pm on December 14, 2016,
Jeffrey, I was in King Dollar in Tomball yesterday and saw they had some Stainless Steel dog dishes, 6 in in diameter for a buck and a quarter. They were pretty decent.
- At 12:50pm on November 22, 2016,
Just got time to go over my page and take a peek at what else is on this site. I think I'll have plenty of folks to get good info from. Have you been playing a CBG long? I've never played one and sucked at slide guitar on my six string. Hoping less strings will help.
- At 6:15pm on November 21, 2016,
Hi Jeffrey. Sorry I didn't see your post. We were travelling but now at home. Nice to know there is someone else with the same interests living nearby. I can't make up my mind on building a 3-string or a 4-string so I think I'll build both. Always looking for advice and input.
Bob Johnston
- At 7:25am on November 5, 2016,
Jim Goodman said…
- Welcome to the insanity of CBGs - I'm in the Spring side of Houston and a novice builder myself. Looking forward to seeing what you come up with.
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