"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 12:03pm 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 12:26pm 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 11:52am on January 6, 2014,
Dan Sleep said…
Step three: play the bejeebers out of it.
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Surface Pickup too high?
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Jerry Gibson 5 hours ago. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Truss Rods. Needed?
Started by ILL GREEN in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Carl Floyd 8 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
Water Song...
Started by Jim Saraceno in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Cigar Man Mike Dec 20, 2021. 3 Replies 6 Likes
CIGAR BOX NATION CHRISTMAS ALBUM 2021
Started by Slowpaw Steve T in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by smilingdog1 Dec 20, 2021. 24 Replies 6 Likes
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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