Jim Kurtz
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Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

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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the early stages...

"I think so."
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Jim Kurtz replied to Tim Pannabecker's discussion what defines a cigar box, baritone guitar in the group Baritone Guitar (cbg)
"My first build was a 25.5” scale acoustic pencil box. Everywhere I read was Open G. I wanted lower and found Open E.  So the strings I used are E .046, B .035, E .026 Now I found Open D or Drop D tuning.   I purchased a set of Dunlop…"
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Baritone Guitar (cbg)

If you build baritone cigar box guitars or have a likeness for them, this group is for you.
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Introduce Yourself!

We wanna know who you are! Where ya from? What'cha buildin'? This is a place for new members to introduce themselves and old 'uns to show 'em around.I'm Shane & I run the Nation. I'm glad you're here. Come on in and tune up!See More
Jun 18, 2019
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How did you learn about Cigar Box Nation?
CBGitty
How many instruments have you built so far?
One with three in process
What do you find most interesting about cigar box guitars? (If you do not enter something meaningful here, your membership may be rejected).
The art of it. The whole process of starting with random parts and building something that than has further artistic use.

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