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1921 Portuguese "reconstruction" homemade 4 string guitar

"super cool! what type of rope is that, and does it work as frets?"

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1921 Portuguese "reconstruction" homemade 4 string guitar

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jan Pili commented on Cigar Box Nation's group How to Play a Cigar Box Guitar

"hey quick question, what strings and tuning should I use to play jazz chords? both for 3 and 4 string instruments. also, where would I find chord tabs for jazz chords? any help is appreciated."

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Playing tips and secrets. Tunings. Primal music theory.See More

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jan Pili commented on Cigar Box Nation's group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"ok. Thank you for the help!"

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jan Pili commented on Cigar Box Nation's group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"can Danish Oil be used as a finish?"

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CBG Tabs

So you built your CBG and now you need something to play on it, right? Well, if you're not completely musically inclined or can't read traditional music, tabs are your answer. If you're like me, you read tabs and sometimes make them. Paste'em here.

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jan Pili commented on Cigar Box Nation's group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"oh, ok."

Oct 21, 2021

jan Pili commented on Cigar Box Nation's group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"hello! Guitar building question, do I measure the frets from the center of the groove I cut for the nut, or the edge? the CBG I have finished works and tunes up, but I think the frets are placed incorrectly."

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Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

This group is for discussing the basics of CBG building for newer builders - where to start, what to do, common pitfalls, tips and techniques.Keep in mind that new builders can find other great informative articles on CBG building, as well as most of the parts you'll need, over at C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply!See More

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"wow, these are really cool. I was (and am) looking forward to starting a company similar to this in the future!"

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