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Air Brush
Started this discussion. Last reply by Justice Crafted Dec 11, 2012. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Hello All, I am thinking of getting an air brush to try my hand at sunburst finishes. I am seeing prices all over the map from super cheap to over $200.00! (that's a lot to me) I was wondering what…Continue
Finger pickin (not so good)
Started this discussion. Last reply by Skeesix Dec 4, 2012. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Hey all, I'm building a 4 string cbg and I've noticed that the strings hop off the bridge when I pluck or finger pick the strings. Any remedies out there? I'm using a piece off half inch angle metal…Continue
reinforced neck
Started this discussion. Last reply by Justice Crafted Oct 23, 2012. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Hello all,what is the best way u have found to reinforce cbg neck?Continue
Shipping to Australia?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dan Sleep Oct 4, 2011. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone shipped a guitar from the US to Australia? I priced out shipping from Phoenix to down under and it was more than the cost of the guitar! Just thought I'd see if anyone has found a cost…Continue
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"Im putting a plan together to build a 2 or 3 string fretless cigar box bass."
"Hey John,
This may be a duplicate reply, I'm refamiliarizing my self with this site, I took a long break from cbgs but now that I'm retired I have more time for building! I do tune gdgb, I've learned a lot of songs in that tuning but…"
"I like that four of yours. Hey we are almost neighbors. I live in central Iowa."
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40 and still beautiful
Posted on February 19, 2011 at 7:44am 1 Comment 0 Likes
Before Fleetwood Mac became the 7o's hit radio powerhouse of the 70's they were an innovative blues band, the instrumental "albatross" has haunted me for years (in a good way) here's a stunning live version played by Rick Vito. Talk about tone and control with a slide bar!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMg5dLeoOAs
Comment Wall (12 comments)
- At 12:52am on August 23, 2022,
Uncle John said…
I like that four of yours. Hey we are almost neighbors. I live in central Iowa.
- At 12:03am on September 6, 2013,
Muddy Creek Guitars said…
- Thanks for the friend request!
- At 12:04pm on January 1, 2012,
darren brown said…
thanks for the comment on my reso .
- At 12:39pm on February 14, 2011,
Ice Bob said…
- cool songs id love to hear you do a video demo cigar box lesley
- At 3:29am on February 7, 2011,
olds sleeper said…
- ohyeah...i used to live in phoenix...i loved going out to hike the superstitions...the overlook that juts out above weaver's needle is the best...used to really like going up to jerome and sedona as well...good memories.
- At 3:21am on February 7, 2011,
- thanks for checking out my tunes...that amp build looks freaking amazing...cool stuff.
- At 4:42am on February 2, 2011,
Bluesheart said…
- Thanks, and I love your artwork. Very creative. The Leslie is just awesome too!
- At 1:34pm on February 1, 2011,
dogfinger steve said…
- cheers for the shout:0)
- At 4:01am on November 6, 2010,
Mama Mojo said…
- That is some wickedly cool painting! I'll need to get some pointers from you on what materials work best.... thanks for posting the pics!
- At 11:07am on November 5, 2010,
- thanks man like the paint job on your cbg nice
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Forum
String grounding
Started by John B Treutlein in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by John B Treutlein 2 hours ago. 4 Replies 0 Likes
New member with a new build nearly done
Started by John B Treutlein in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Taffy Evans 2 hours ago. 4 Replies 4 Likes
Guitar Rack
Started by Jim Booth in Cool gear discussion - that's not cigar box related. Last reply by Jim Booth yesterday. 7 Replies 1 Like
DYI Box
Started by Jerry Draper in Using cigarboxnation.com - posting, profiles, web help. Last reply by John B Treutlein yesterday. 12 Replies 1 Like
Tutorial of weed eater used for strings on bass
Started by Anthony adams in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Anthony adams yesterday. 5 Replies 2 Likes
Affordable and easy designs for youth group
Started by Mark in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Paul Craig on Thursday. 7 Replies 1 Like
Converting 3 string to 4 string
Started by Robert Bryan in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Paul Craig on Thursday. 6 Replies 1 Like
Photos...done at last, nearly. The Pine guitar.
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Paul Craig on Wednesday. 20 Replies 3 Likes
What random stuff have you used for a bridge?
Started by Muddytone in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Paul Craig on Wednesday. 8 Replies 2 Likes
Neck though corner
Started by Engblom in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Infirmity Citrus President Jan 28. 2 Replies 1 Like
Steel String Tenor Uke: soundboard & truss questions
Started by Luke H in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Jan 25. 5 Replies 0 Likes
What did I get for Christmas... Incentive, Inspiration Motivation.
Started by Taffy Evans in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever Jan 11. 0 Replies 3 Likes
Truss rod length
Started by Engblom in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Engblom Jan 7. 8 Replies 0 Likes
How can this CBG be so loud
Started by Engblom in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Jan 6. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Plectrum
Started by Engblom in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. Dec 26, 2022. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Need Help on building a Hubcap Guitar
Started by T-Gripped in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by T-Gripped Dec 25, 2022. 18 Replies 0 Likes
Restoration of a Regal 1930s Domino guitar. with video
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Tom T Dec 25, 2022. 8 Replies 6 Likes
Annual Gitty & Friends Christmas concert 2022
Started by BrianQ. in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Uncle John Dec 23, 2022. 2 Replies 2 Likes
I like Spam, just not on Cigar Box Nation!
Started by BrianQ. in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by BrianQ. Dec 22, 2022. 11 Replies 0 Likes
Canjo pickups
Started by David Blackburn in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Byrd Franklin Dec 22, 2022. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Blog Posts
A Tribute
Posted by Ghostbuttons on January 15, 2023 at 12:00pm 1 Comment 2 Likes
Rest In Peace, Anonymous Pick. We Lost a Legend.
Posted by Cigar Box Nation on October 13, 2022 at 11:00am 33 Comments 6 Likes
Billy Jones & Delta Blues Outlaws
Posted by billy jones bluez on October 3, 2022 at 2:05pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Saying Goodbye To a Long Time Friend
Posted by Poorness Studios on September 17, 2022 at 2:00am 4 Comments 3 Likes
Let’s talk Aeolian…
Posted by BrianQ. on August 26, 2022 at 5:05pm 0 Comments 1 Like
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"I believe in this process I read of a player in ,ithink the Eagles,died under rather,uh extreme…"
Johnny Cash Tribute Song using Cigar Box Guitar - That Man Wore Back
"First class performance and videography Mella! I’m looking forward more of your work."
"Haha, I had every faith in you.
Taff"
AGP's Vintage Zither Restoration Project
"Wow! Cool instrument to restore Alan. It’s a tuning extravaganza, certainly not for the…"
Vintage El Producto 4-Srting
"Oh yeah! Sweet CBG T-Gripped. A fine vintage box and a build worthy of it."
If You're Gonna Play in Texas (recorded at Billy Bob's) | Alabama cover
"Thanks Kale! I see you are handling the 7ths and minor chords the same way I am."
Devil in Disguise: 2-String Surf SLG License Plate Guitar (Not a Cigar Box Guitar)
"Thanks Kale and Uncle John! I do like the variety of songs that the Slingers choose. It definitely…"
⚡Electric Cigar Box Resonator⚡ Wooden Cover /Aluminum Cone Combo - Recording and sustain test
Trying to mix metal and wood on a reso - ran thru a budget Mustang Amp- from the webpage https://www.reddogguitars.com There is CBGs for sale and more cig...
Johnny Cash Tribute Song using Cigar Box Guitar - That Man Wore Back
This is an original song as a tribute to Johnny Cash who we adore and respect! We love the reason he wore black, in fact, “He wrote the song ‘Man in Black’ t...
"Hi, with respect to Brian's comment "it's good practice", my thought is to not…"
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