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Poplar neck for 6 string build?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Matt Quinney May 30, 2017. 3 Replies

Has anybody used poplar for a 6 string neck and did it work? I've built a 3 stringer and a 4 stringer with poplar necks and it worked fine. I'm considering building an electric using the Mechanix…Continue

Seeking fret repair advice for commercial 6 string guitar

Started this discussion. Last reply by JL Apr 12, 2017. 18 Replies

I have a Fender acoustic guitar with a fret problem. The 14th fret is slightly higher than its' neighbors. It is flush with the fretboard, so it is not a problem with it coming out of the slot.…Continue

CBG on Bull

Started this discussion. Last reply by Cigar Box Nation Dec 5, 2016. 8 Replies

Okay, I didn't notice it.  Did anyone else?…Continue

Double your tone control, double your fun? Question for electric players

Started this discussion. Last reply by Wayfinder Oct 26, 2016. 13 Replies

So far I've been acoustical, but the Lace Alumitone thread has inspired me to consider electricity.  To that end, when building an electric CBG and an amp, should there be a tone control on each?I…Continue

 

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