"Django's Tiger" SWING on CIGAR BOX GUITAR
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Hardtail Bridge
Started this discussion. Last reply by ChickenboneJohn Apr 24, 2021. 15 Replies 0 Likes
When using a Strat style hardtail bridge,is the string tension and tone different (better,worse or indifferent) when stringing through the box to the bottom of the box or stringing straight to the…Continue
Swirling
Started this discussion. Last reply by Seasick Mick Mar 29, 2020. 5 Replies 0 Likes
I have a plain wooden box (soft wood) that I would like to paint swirl. Does anyone know if the box has to be sealed in any way before swirling?,,,,Thanks. Continue
Pickup placing
Started this discussion. Last reply by Seasick Mick Sep 10, 2019. 9 Replies 0 Likes
What's the consensus on the placement of a single pickup on a CBG? Do most people prefer the neck,bridge or middle and why?....Continue
aluminium bobbins
Started this discussion. Last reply by Paul Craig May 5, 2019. 26 Replies 0 Likes
I want to make a few single string diddley bow pickups with sewing machine bobbins.Would it be ok to use aluminium bobbins?....Continue
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"Django's Tiger" SWING on CIGAR BOX GUITAR
The Cigar Box Serenaders performing "Django's Tiger" at the 2018 New Orleans Cigar Box Guitar Festival#djangoreinhardt #cigarboxguitarjazz #djangostigerVideo...
"Altering the stringing method can't change the tension in the string. It may change the pressure on the bridge saddles, but the tension in the string will remain the same. String tension for a given scale length and string gauge…"
"Thanks,Taff....Good detailed pics always helps."
"Hi, this is how I do it. Neck block size varies depending on 6 or 3 string CBG. My aim is to keep as much timber out of the box as possible if its an acoustic instrument. And the top as free to vibrate as possible.
Hope this helps Taff"
"Finding different ways of making a CBG is part of the fun for me...Thanks for the info."
"Four screws, like a strat. I have a mahogany heel that stick out. Only two of the screws are visible from the outside. I'd snap a pic, but I haven't yet gone back & sanded & finished the heel.
When you get to…"
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- At 5:03am on October 15, 2014,
Uncle John said…
Micky, I am glad to have you for a CBN friend. I have enjoyed your builds an photos. I came to your page today and see you are from the London area and that you are in 34 CBN groups. Thirty four!
- At 6:26am on January 29, 2014,
Mike "Katfish" Karash said…
- Hey mickey,
On burning in fret marks: I find that burning first allows the oil, then lacquer, to highlight the burn marks, and then the lacquer smooths over and protects the line. I have done it afterward, but it leaves a crusty burnt edge to the lacquer, is less protected, and is a more rustic look. That's OK, if that is what you're looking for...
- At 5:52am on January 6, 2014,
Dan Sleep said…
Step three: play the bejeebers out of it.
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Evans solid body guitar.
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Timothy Hunter 12 hours ago. 5 Replies 1 Like
Look what I picked up
Started by John B Treutlein in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by John B Treutlein Jun 1. 11 Replies 3 Likes
Guitar string frets?
Started by Jeff Shewmake in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Jeff Shewmake May 26. 5 Replies 1 Like
Snake Oil Humbucker Question
Started by Jerry Draper in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans May 24. 6 Replies 0 Likes
best structured lessons yet (and who the heck is fred?)!
Started by erik in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Loren Gibel May 18. 5 Replies 4 Likes
Vote for the Delta Blues Outlaws in the Blues Blast Music Awards ~
Started by billy jones bluez in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts May 16. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Need Help on building a Hubcap Guitar
Started by T-Gripped in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by BrianQ. May 7. 24 Replies 0 Likes
Guitar and amp settings
Started by Michael Myers in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Wolfeather May 6. 5 Replies 0 Likes
What's on your workbench?
Started by Paul Craig in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Paul Craig Apr 29. 2235 Replies 18 Likes
Flat bucker under box top. Any Success?
Started by Tom T in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by David Kennedy Apr 21. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Piezo disc installation
Started by Engblom in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Apr 21. 10 Replies 0 Likes
OT: Modifying by sanding the bracing
Started by Engblom in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Engblom Apr 17. 14 Replies 0 Likes
Build this Wooden Kick Drum Pedal
Started by Rose Ericson in Feature Articles. Last reply by Rose Ericson Apr 15. 44 Replies 11 Likes
Converting 3 string to 4 string
Started by Robert Bryan in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Oscar Stern Apr 15. 16 Replies 1 Like
Vintage Hubcap guitar build all stages...
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Tom T Apr 8. 7 Replies 3 Likes
Guitar Pick-ups
Started by Benny - W5TYZ in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Benny - W5TYZ Apr 7. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Free Cigar Box Tablature Library
Started by Ben "C. B. Gitty" Baker in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. Mar 31. 18 Replies 7 Likes
Handy adhesive
Started by John B Treutlein in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by John B Treutlein Mar 31. 12 Replies 1 Like
3-String Bass Project - Dual pickups with switch.
Started by Tim Dvorak in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Tim Dvorak Mar 23. 8 Replies 1 Like
First licence plate build
Started by Michael Myers in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by BrianQ. Mar 21. 1 Reply 0 Likes
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Pictures of my new Guitar (4 strings).
Posted by Slow Mick on June 7, 2023 at 8:15am 0 Comments 1 Like
Will still be a awhile before us CBG builders are taken over by artificial intelligence.
Posted by Steve Holladay on June 1, 2023 at 9:45am 2 Comments 0 Likes
Vote for the Delta Blues Outlaws in the Blues Blast Music Awards ~
Posted by billy jones bluez on May 16, 2023 at 8:26am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Amazing Guitar Bridge for CBG!
Posted by 3 String Blues on April 22, 2023 at 1:08pm 2 Comments 2 Likes
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