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Licence plates
Started this discussion. Last reply by Carl Floyd Oct 22, 2021. 15 Replies 0 Likes
This may be a dumb question, but are licence plates suitable soundboards for an acoustic CBG? Any tips would be gratefully accepted.Continue
Irritating noise through amp
Started this discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Aug 20, 2021. 8 Replies 0 Likes
hi,i’ve built 4 CBGs now, all with pickups of some design, but I tend to play, and I use the term loosely, acoustically. However I plugged my latest project into the amp built with the CB Gitty kit,…Continue
String query
Started this discussion. Last reply by Michael Myers Apr 6, 2021. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone used non metallic strings in their CBGs? If so were they satisfied with results?Continue
Jack socket wiring
Started this discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Jan 10, 2021. 5 Replies 0 Likes
I’ve purchased a preamplifier which I intend to use externally for several piezo builds. I’ll eventually mount it in a wooden box but in the meantime I’m making use of a small cardboard box. I’ve…Continue
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"Here's a home made metal bridge that has the advantage of having adjustable height"
"I know it's late but for some reason the gremlins aren't getting in the way today"
"Found it! Actually sounds pretty good for what it is, or maybe it’s just who’s playing it?
https://youtu.be/GxklTKUrqJI"
"Hi guy's, some time back I pondered the same ideas put forward here. a tin top as described here would sound bad, to my ears. Also, a tin licence plate fitted to a wood top could be a bit better but acoustically challenged as well.
So, what I…"
"I was noticing that C.B. Gitty’s “Rodeo king” has a license plate on top of the box, rather than the plate being the soundboard? You may want to try that instead? I believe there’s a video of Shane Speal playing one acoustic…"
"It did fail more than once"
"Flatpup pickups are ideal for license plate git’s? I would suggest a lid off a paint can, the thickness & rigidity will give you more volume? Actually, some of the thicker food cans work quite well for acoustic resonators, especially…"
"Thanks Tom, some very valid points."
"License plate guitars look really great and allow for a individual look. With a proper pickup and amp they sound fine and play well. However, as an acoustic only instrument, you might be disappointed. There is little volume inside most license plate…"
"Thanks for the friend request Michael, If I can be of any help just ask."
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- At 7:30am on September 30, 2021,
Michael Fred Johnson said…
Thanks for the friend request Michael, If I can be of any help just ask.
- At 11:35am on November 1, 2019,
BrianQ. said…
Welcome to the nation, check out the Resources tab for build plans & play info, as well as YouTube channel of Glenn Watt & Del Puckett. Join some groups too. Here’s something for you to think about? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmzvfyOizV8&t=29s
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Cigar Box Guitar How-to Knowledgebase at CigarBoxGuitar.com
Started by Ben "C. B. Gitty" Baker in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Eric C 18 minutes ago. 23 Replies 9 Likes
Competition outcomes???
Started by Taffy Evans in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever 4 hours ago. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Surface Pickup too high?
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Jerry Gibson 18 hours ago. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Truss Rods. Needed?
Started by ILL GREEN in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Carl Floyd 21 hours ago. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Help
Started by Raymond Grimmitt in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Korrigan on Sunday. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Help
Started by Raymond Grimmitt in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts on Saturday. 0 Replies 0 Likes
6 pole PU
Started by Tim Pannabecker in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Carl Floyd Jan 10. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Question
Started by TC DeVeau in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Tom T Jan 9. 8 Replies 1 Like
Drill Bit for CB Gitty 1" Sound Hole Grommets
Started by Mark Ballard in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Grandpa Jan 9. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Buzzing at floating bridge.
Started by Sam Blessing in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Jan 6. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Neck slot mistake
Started by Nicholas Finn in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Carl Floyd Jan 4. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Lace pickup prints
Started by A.D.EKER in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by A.D.EKER Jan 4. 28 Replies 3 Likes
Flipping the Box
Started by Steven Adler in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Carl Floyd Jan 3. 5 Replies 1 Like
2021 Throwback Holiday Build-Off Contest!
Started by Cigar Box Nation in Feature Articles. Last reply by A.D.EKER Jan 1. 77 Replies 7 Likes
Happy Hogmanay
Started by Ian Boyd in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts Dec 31. 0 Replies 2 Likes
Is it OK to use a hardtail bridge on a fretless 3 string acoustic?
Started by Mel Cooke in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Mel Cooke Dec 30, 2021. 3 Replies 1 Like
Grounding a Tupelo Tenor
Started by Ken Hope in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. Dec 29, 2021. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Greetings
Started by Taffy Evans in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Nayeb Gofs Dec 28, 2021. 1 Reply 2 Likes
What's on your workbench?
Started by Paul Craig in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Paul Craig Dec 26, 2021. 2126 Replies 16 Likes
Three New Builds
Started by David Plekkenpol in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Lonman Dec 25, 2021. 1 Reply 1 Like
Blog Posts
How to add photos?
Posted by Stephen Sell on January 13, 2022 at 1:19pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
My first 3 string cigar box guitar
Posted by Stephen Sell on January 13, 2022 at 1:16pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
Shedding a Tear for Dave Lynas
Posted by Poorness Studios on December 20, 2021 at 8:30pm 4 Comments 3 Likes
CBG listed in the Sharper Image catalogue
Posted by Charred on December 8, 2021 at 7:28pm 5 Comments 0 Likes
This is my first cigarbox guitar.
Posted by Dale Armstrong on December 3, 2021 at 2:47pm 2 Comments 6 Likes
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Competition outcomes???
Hi uncle John, I thought the same thing and I searched hi and low, even checked the gang show video…See More
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