Building

Take your cigar box guitar designs to the next level.  

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…

Here's where you find the bottom end!  Building cigar box basses, washtub basses and other rumblings.…

Does your cigar box contain a jumping flea?

A place to discuss one-string diddley bows, washtub basses, washboards and any other primitive instrument that may fall outside the Cigar Box realm.

Show us your fretting stations!  What tools are you using?  Got secrets for installing frets, leveling and polishing?  

This is also the place to ask questions about fretwork.

Amps, amplification, effects, hackwiring and general mayhem.

Every cigar box guitar builder eventually makes their own unique setup in order to make things easier or make the guitars better.  Let's see your favorite tools and jigs, whether homemade or store bought.…

Here's a place to share ideas about magnetic and piezo pickups.  Discuss wiring in volume and tone controls, the best options in output jacks, and more!

Remember that…