I haven't even made my first cut on the box, and I'm actually still just reaching and gathering information.
I have a few questions. If anyone can help me, I would really appreciate it.
I've want to use some type of material to prevent the tension of the strings from digging into the wood. I've noticed in several pictures, like the ones below, that some type of metal gromet or fitting was used. What are they called and where would I be able to purchase them?
http://www.cigarboxnation.com/photo/secondhands-cigar-box-guitar-1?context=latesthttp://www.cigarboxnation.com/photo/hareware-store-special-1?context=latesthttp://www.cigarboxnation.com/photo/100_2377-1?context=latest
Also, what are some good common items to use for basic sound hole covers and where are some good stores to looks for them at? I'm guessing mostly drain covers...but that's all I got right now, maybe I just need to scan every aisle at lowe's for ideas. :)
Thanks again.
Thanks again for any information or pointers you have for a complete noob.
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I am experimenting on my first build with a beer can... what?
I have cut a PBR can down to a strip and folded over the sharp edges, I have glued it to the wood where I will then drill the three holes for the strings.
I'll post pictures when I'm finished, it wraps completely around the wood for support on top and bottom.
Hi I just joined the site myself, and its already proved useful. I'm sure others have some great ideas, and answers for you. I use super small brass washers on the underside sometimes to secure the end of strings.
like ben I just finished my first one. and I used the rivet I picked up that idea somewhere on this sight. I did the same thing took it real slow. I was scared as hell to even start the neck, anyway the rivets work great and they look good. I used replacment tarp gromets for sound holes I thought ( to myself) there is noway Im going to get any sound out of these but they work good.
I use a fret-like arrangement immediately above where the strings come through. It's just a piece of bicycle spoke laid into a groove cut with a handsaw. You could use finishing nails, copper wire, etc...
thx for all the tips guys. I check out lowe's for a little bit today...I just grab shining stuff to sift through later on. I've got a Michael's and a Hobby Lobby in my town, so I'll have to check those out .
Like I said, taking it slow. Just doing the basic piezo transducer for now, and probably the first few. I'd like to eventually work up to a pickup with volume and tone controls, and all the bells and whistles. I'm sure like anything, that will have to come with time and experience. But if I ever finish this first one. I'll be sure to post the pics
William, Welcome to the world. If you can get out of Lowes and find an old fashioned hardware store, there's hours of browsing for shiny bits. Eyelet grommets from a shoe repair shop provide some good string buffers, bet they can be had at a craft shop like Michael's or Pat Catan's (big national chains) I frequent Big Lots and Ollie's for stuff that might be out of fashion at Lowes, like brass-look drain strainers. Keep an eye open for the unusual part of a piece of junk at a flea market that might fit the bill. It'll become an addiction you have to feed.
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I have cut a PBR can down to a strip and folded over the sharp edges, I have glued it to the wood where I will then drill the three holes for the strings.
I'll post pictures when I'm finished, it wraps completely around the wood for support on top and bottom.
I use a fret-like arrangement immediately above where the strings come through. It's just a piece of bicycle spoke laid into a groove cut with a handsaw. You could use finishing nails, copper wire, etc...
It's easy, looks clean.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Make-Your-Own-Cigar-Box-Guitar-Region-Free-DVD_...
It took all the mystery out of the project and got me going full bore.
Like I said, taking it slow. Just doing the basic piezo transducer for now, and probably the first few. I'd like to eventually work up to a pickup with volume and tone controls, and all the bells and whistles. I'm sure like anything, that will have to come with time and experience. But if I ever finish this first one. I'll be sure to post the pics
Thanks for all the help. I appreciate it.