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Piezo pup handling noise
Started this discussion. Last reply by François Feb 10, 2020. 13 Replies 0 Likes
I recently built a cigar box kalimba and used a round piezo attached with two-way tape to the soundboard prewired to a 500k pot and a jack. It sounds great, but it has a lot of handling noise.…Continue
ignition coils as pickups???
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tom T Dec 19, 2019. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone ever tried using an automotive ignition coil as a pickup on a CBG??? Specifically the pics are of a coil out of a Volkswagen Routan (Dodge Caravan with a VW logo). The plugin has two…Continue
Cases for CBG's
Started this discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Jun 10. 23 Replies 0 Likes
Where do y'all find cases for your CBG's? I'm thinking maybe gun cases modified inside.Continue
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Homemade bottleneck slides
Started this discussion. Last reply by BrianQ. Nov 5, 2019. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Does anyone here make their own glass slides? I've made one successfully that I'm willing to stuff my finger into. It ended up with one tiny crack that doesn't seem to come all the way to the…Continue
Tags: glass, bottleneck, slide
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"gunny is Marine for a Gunnery sergeant. R. Lee Ermey portrayed a Gunnery Sergeant in Full Metal Jacket. If I have to explain what a gunny sack is, I would have to explain the explanation."
"whatever you use, cover it in a burlap bag. "he carried his guitar in a gunny sack..."
which may have a whole 'nother meaning to a Marine."
"Piezos work on a totally different principle than magnetic pickups.
The metal disk is coated with a special ceramic material. When a mechanical stress is applied to the disk, the two different materials generate a small electrical current. Check out…"
"Does a piezo need a string ground like a magnetic pup? It sounds good and not making noise so I'm guess maybe not?"
"Man, after trying about 5 different spots and as many piezos, I think I finally found a spot that is a decent balance of tone and handling noise. It's on the backside of the neck closer to the heel than the bridge. The tone is good and…"
"Hi Kevin, I imagine there is a difference. The piezoelectric I use on my CBG's cost a few dollars as single units, I can get packets of ten, and they are as you described unless I do sme creative thinking when installing them.
However the units…"
"Piezos come in several sizes. Is there a difference in sound or volume between a 20mm and 50mm piezo? Doe size matter?"
"Pretty much the same . , but rod piezos are a a step up in sound quality for cbgs. ... in my opinion . "
"Are there better quality piezos with less noise? Or are they all pretty much the same?"
" so it doesnt sound like you are pulling a cat through a keyhole .
Now THAT made my day! :) Thanks Anonymous.
Watched hundreds of videos. Played on and heard hundreds of CBGs. I can honestly say there's only been a small…"
"In this case , the preamp lets you tone down the eq type settings manually , so it doesnt sound like you are pulling a cat through a keyhole . "
"Thanks guys. I have a CBG I'm working on and I think I'm going to use a disk piezo. The kalimba is very small so my hands are close to the piezo all the time. I'm thinking it may not be as sensitive on a guitar, as…"
"Most folks tame the piezo sensitivity by setting it in a bed of hot glue, then covering it in hot glue again.(but be sure you like the spot it sits . it may be hard to remove without damage ). I have also seen folks encase the piezo in…"
"Hi Kevin, the disc style piezo works by picking up the wood vibrations, an so also picks up vibrations from any thing that excites the wood.
On the other hand under saddle strip piezo's read the strings more due to their close contact with…"
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Started by Michael Myers in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by BrianQ. Sep 16. 10 Replies 0 Likes
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Aw, nuts......
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3 string or 4? Trying to make a decision
Started by Nathan Binns in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Carl Floyd Aug 17. 14 Replies 1 Like
Some thoughts needed....
Started by James Pobog in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Aug 16. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Are there a set of plans for a six string Cigar box guitar?
Started by Virgil Fiori in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Aug 13. 11 Replies 0 Likes
Truss Rods. Needed?
Started by ILL GREEN in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Oscar Stern Aug 13. 17 Replies 0 Likes
Tone switch
Started by Wolfeather in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Carl Floyd Aug 11. 16 Replies 0 Likes
Easy DIY Cigar Box Guitar Stand by Eric Denton
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VOLUME POTS
Started by Allen in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. Jul 29. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Does anyone use GBE tuning?
Started by rodger moore in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Oscar Stern Jul 28. 23 Replies 0 Likes
Converting 3 string to 4 string
Started by Robert Bryan in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Oscar Stern Jul 27. 18 Replies 1 Like
Tuning Wuestion
Started by Jerry Draper in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Jerry Draper Jul 22. 13 Replies 0 Likes
Electric Delta 3-pole Pickup
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Look what I picked up
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Evans solid body guitar.
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Jun 30. 8 Replies 5 Likes
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Started by Tim Gratsinger in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Tim Gratsinger Jun 26. 21 Replies 2 Likes
Guitar and amp settings
Started by Michael Myers in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Paul Craig Jun 25. 6 Replies 0 Likes
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"Doug. My plan is to build a few CBGs over the next week or three. Well, at least to the point where…"
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