"Hi again, try a capo and still tune as normal. A piece of dowel and an elastic band around the back would do it to try it out. Play where the frets are closer. Taff"
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Help for an oldie
Started this discussion. Last reply by Michael Myers Nov 17. 9 Replies 0 Likes
When I built my first CBG it was fretless and I enjoyed the process of, at least, getting a reasonable tune out of it. I have since built a fretted version but I’m having trouble getting to grips…Continue
Help for beginner
Started this discussion. Last reply by BrianQ. Aug 21. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Hi, I’m looking for help with my CBG playing. When chord names are shown above a melody tab, are the chords strummed at the same time as the melody string would be picked? So far I’ve only been…Continue
Left hand help
Started this discussion. Last reply by Michael Myers Jul 6. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I’ve made several CBGs, fretless and fretted, although I’ve concentrated my playing education on the fretless as my elderly fingers aren’t as mobile as I would like them to be. However, I’ve begun to…Continue
Setting the action
Started this discussion. Last reply by BrianQ. Jun 18. 7 Replies 1 Like
I’ve seen several videos where builders have set up the action, on their cbgs using a long straight metal edge resting on the nut, several thicknesses of coins, low down the neck, to determine the…Continue
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"Depends on number of strings, scale length, tunings, wood choices, etc. Should not be a problem with a 3 or 4 string CBG unless too soft neck wood. A glued on fretboard also adds strength.
I have a fully carved 24" scale…"
"Sound advice, thank you. However, would carving more wood off the neck potentially weaken it?"
"" My necks are 35mm x 25mm and I use a router to round the back edges"
I much prefer a fully carved C shape neck, so that it feels like a regular guitar neck. Try carving a piece of pine to a C shape. Make it the same 35x25…"
"Thank you for the encouragement Taffy."
"Hi, well as one old timer to another I play mostly three cord songs or songs that do not require demanding cords. Mainly because I’m too lazy to learn them. I also mix chord playing with single string notes or play just part of the…"
"I had considered that. My necks are 35mm x 25mm and I use a router to round the back edges."
"Try a shorter scale. The frets will be a bit closer together. What width & thickness neck are you using? Is it a fully carved neck or are the corners just rounded off?"
Help for an oldie
When I built my first CBG it was fretless and I enjoyed the process of, at least, getting a reasonable tune out of it. I have since built a fretted version but I’m having trouble getting to grips with it. My problem is that I have very small, arthritic hands and I have problems with some of the chords. I cannot possibly, for example, fret a 2nd and 5th fret at the same time, thus limiting my progress. Is there anyone in a similar situation who could advise me?See More
"Hi, try a plain wound string.
Taff"
"Thanks for your response. I use threaded bolts for both nut and bridge. I suppose I could deepen the thread with a file. The string itself is wound."
"Michael, I agree with Taffy's feedback. One other quick troubleshooting check is to use something metallic (like the edge of a metal ruler, a nail, etc) and place it on the string just ahead of the saddle, then pluck the string. If the buzz is…"
"Hi, if it does not happen when you fret the string I would suspect the string slot in the nut. If it does happen when fretted I would suspect the saddle. Slots are best lower than the top of the string. Saddles that are flat on top can cause…"
High G problem
On one of my fretted builds I’ve noticed that when I pick the high G string, and let it ring, I seem to be getting a harmonic sound as the initial note declines which is off putting. Any suggestions?See More
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