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Joe Nanzer
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Fretting?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Joe Nanzer Oct 14, 2017. 8 Replies 0 Likes
So, yea. I tried using actual frets for a fret board for the first time, needless to say I'm gonna have to scrap it. I can't get the frets to keep from rocking in the slots. Any tips? Anybody?
Fretting?
Started this discussion. Last reply by gary herget Oct 7, 2017. 2 Replies 0 Likes
So, yea. I tried using actual frets for a fret board for the first time, needless to say I'm gonna have to scrap it. I can't get the frets to keep from rocking in the slots. Any tips? Anybody?
Zero fret?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tom Doty Dec 7, 2017. 12 Replies 0 Likes
Does anyone know what fret wire should I use for a zero fret? If I'm using med/med for frets, what should I use for the zero fret?
Scratches
Started this discussion. Last reply by the anonymous pick Feb 3, 2017. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Anyone have any ideas on how to cover up a scratch on a paper covered box?
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#36 (or something like that)
"Either that or I was thinking about blueing them. And yea, these vintage boxes are amazing sounding."
#36 (or something like that)
"I love the old vintage boxes and the builds that match. I think you could 'rustify' the saddle and nut and it would be just right. I use a bit of black and barn read craft paint."
#36 (or something like that)
Most recent build. Antique Optimo box, mahogany neck, 3-string set up for slide. The pieces on the side of the headstock are from the wooden inserts that are often found inside some cigar boxes.
"Been a while! Hope everyone is well. New profile pic up. A few Byblos’s I have for sale @ The Law Office in Yorkville Illinois."
"Hey Man, hows it going? I’m glad to see you got on here.
how is the CBG working for you?"
"Cigar box guitar. Check it out here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/thefantastics/live-at-the-law-office"
"Music I’ve been working on. The song whiskey save my soul by written by Ray Hall and performed our acoustic duo the fantastics features..."
"What’s everyone been up to? Hope all is well! I’ve been in the middle of a bunch of different projects lately. I’m posting links of......"
Profile Information
- How did you learn about Cigar Box Nation?
- Just searching and browsing online. It's basically one of the top 10 hits you get back when you search cigar box guitars on google.
- How many instruments have you built so far?
- Just finished my 25th build, and still going!
- What do you find most interesting about cigar box guitars? (If you do not enter something meaningful here, your membership may be rejected).
- Everything.
Joe Nanzer's Videos
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CBG #25
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CBG #18 (modified)
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Comment Wall (15 comments)
- At 5:34pm on November 11, 2018,
BrianQ. said…
Hey friend! :D
- At 4:57pm on September 26, 2018,
Bradley Small said…
Hello friend!
- At 10:09am on April 2, 2018,
Mark Brock said…
Thanks Joe for the friend request. I am still in the process of setting up and building my first guitar. Hope you had a great easter. Mark
- At 2:27pm on March 17, 2018,
Don Craig said…
Hi Joe, thanks for the friend request. Your CBGs look real nice. I'll be posting pictures of my latest creation later. Don Craig
- At 7:33pm on December 24, 2017,
Chay Jordan said…
Nice guitars Joe, I see there mostly cigar box, I have just got a box but have not started on it yet, just posted my first photo, of my 24th guitar, I will have to post more on here.
- At 12:29am on December 16, 2017,
Bob "Elwood" Black (lol) said…
Been consumed with work - projects - but glad to ya meet you ... did watch a couple videos of yours - good stuff - I like it... bob
- At 4:13pm on October 24, 2017,
bizzaro guitaro said…
- Joe,I just saw your request,sorry for the delay in responding. Where are you from? How long yo been building cbg’s ?
- At 8:06am on October 12, 2017,
gary herget said…
Good to have you as a CBN
- At 8:59am on September 29, 2017,
Bluesheart said…
Nice to meet you Joe, keep up the good work.
- At 4:47pm on September 22, 2017,
Wal Callaby said…
- I did not know you could do that! Nice ta meecha! Aren't you the guy who posts them builds? I may have a pic or two for you tomorrow...
Typing this in while listening to the Gitty Gang Show... and just so you think I'm a total deadbeat I've got a slew of red wine on the go too!
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Loss two-string bass build instructions
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Started by Taffy Evans in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Taffy Evans on Tuesday. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Fretted and Slide Advice
Started by Patrick Whaley in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Sep 22. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Sound holes or not sound holes in a electric cbg?
Started by Howard Craypool in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Greg Brown Sep 21. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Guitar Amp
Started by Chase N Williams in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Paul Craig Sep 21. 5 Replies 0 Likes
It Happened at breakneck speed....
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Paul Craig Sep 21. 4 Replies 5 Likes
Using aluminium
Started by Haydon in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Haydon Sep 21. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Adding springs again on the electric cbg, around the “cat” bowl and howled out spacer glued to the bottom
Started by Howard Craypool in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Infirmity Citrus President Sep 20. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Thinning headstocks
Started by Eric Lettau in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by David Bowes Sep 19. 11 Replies 1 Like
Finding correct bridge position.
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion Sep 12. 0 Replies 2 Likes
The entirely hypothetical encylopedic CGB design and construction book - a long post
Started by Infirmity Citrus President in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Doug Thorsvik Sep 6. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Untitled
Started by Murray in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion Sep 5. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Editing this site?
Started by Jim Winslow in Using cigarboxnation.com - posting, profiles, web help. Last reply by Taffy Evans Aug 31. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Looking for advice on pickup type and placement
Started by Howard in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Sean Jay Aug 29. 6 Replies 1 Like
Springs in a cigar box guitar
Started by Howard Craypool in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Howard Craypool Aug 22. 10 Replies 3 Likes
Help for beginner
Started by Michael Myers in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. Aug 21. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Hi everyone. Need some advice plz...
Started by James Pobog in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by James Pobog Aug 19. 25 Replies 3 Likes
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