#1 resource for Cigar Box Guitars, Free Plans, How-To, Parts & More!

Scott aka Farmer Ted's Discussions (714)

View

Discussions Replied To (17)	Replies	Latest Activity
"Unless the wood you're using begins as perfectly flat, a proper hand plane is the be…" Scott aka Farmer Ted replied Dec 15, 2016 to How to make a neck flat???	8	Dec 16, 2016 Reply by Richard Haas
"Blind Lemon makes some good points. Be sure that the speaker rating (in ohms) matche…" Scott aka Farmer Ted replied Apr 6, 2016 to Rookie question on speaker hook up in an amp	8	Apr 8, 2016 Reply by Kenneth A McAuley
"You can go with a 500K pot if that's what you already have. But a soap bar pickup is…" Scott aka Farmer Ted replied Mar 24, 2015 to Wiring a magnetic pickup - first timer questions	8	Mar 24, 2015 Reply by Mike
"The tone pot will need a capacitor. Single coils are often matched with a 0.022uF ca…" Scott aka Farmer Ted replied Mar 23, 2015 to Wiring a magnetic pickup - first timer questions	8	Mar 24, 2015 Reply by Mike
"Here's an idea for a string tree...drill hole through a coin, insert screw, drill ho…" Scott aka Farmer Ted replied Mar 2, 2015 to String Trees	13	Mar 3, 2015 Reply by Richey Kay
"Yes, yes, and yes. " Scott aka Farmer Ted replied Feb 24, 2015 to Oak Flooring for neck?	23	Feb 20, 2016 Reply by Paul Craig
"If appearance is a priority, I suggest matching the bit to the inlay. Even with a st…" Scott aka Farmer Ted replied Feb 20, 2015 to Drill bit size for inlay question	11	Mar 26, 2015 Reply by Gary Charnock
"Remove mounting plate from pickup...don't lose screws or springs. Position the plate…" Scott aka Farmer Ted replied Dec 9, 2013 to Mounting Mini Humbucker in CBG	4	Dec 9, 2013 Reply by Gumbo Blues Guitars
"Ditto with Marty's comment. Too close to strings, and sustain suffers. Too far away…" Scott aka Farmer Ted replied Oct 3, 2013 to Pickup height	2	Oct 3, 2013 Reply by Scott aka Farmer Ted
"To simplify an answer to the "strings for GDG tuning", use the ADG strings (5, 4, 3)…" Scott aka Farmer Ted replied Jul 9, 2013 to Confused about open "G" tuning	18	Nov 11, 2013 Reply by Rand Moore

‹ Previous
1
2
Next ›

RSS

Welcome to
Cigar Box Nation

Sign Up
or Sign In

Or sign in with:

The Essential Pages

Site Sponsor

Discussion Forum

Cutting deep boxes in half

Started by Justin Stanchfield. Last reply by Taffy Evans Mar 20. 9 Replies 2 Likes

Attention 1st time builders!

Started by BrianQ.. Last reply by MadGomer Feb 27. 2 Replies 4 Likes

Brickhouse CBG Wiring

Started by Ian Boyd. Last reply by Ian Boyd Dec 11, 2023. 1 Reply 0 Likes

Fretless fret markers

Started by Michael Myers. Last reply by Michael Myers Apr 20, 2023. 8 Replies 0 Likes

canjo building and tuning

Started by Brenda. Last reply by MadGomer Dec 3, 2022. 5 Replies 0 Likes

Minimum tools needed

Started by Wichita Sam. Last reply by Taffy Evans Nov 14, 2022. 21 Replies 1 Like

High G problem

Started by Michael Myers. Last reply by Taffy Evans Nov 3, 2022. 4 Replies 0 Likes

Doubling the high string

Started by Robert Killen. Last reply by Paul Craig Oct 14, 2022. 23 Replies 2 Likes

Aluminum License Plate

Started by Larry Sobol. Last reply by Larry Sobol Oct 1, 2022. 6 Replies 2 Likes

C. B. Gifty three string fretless kits.

Started by jon neet. Last reply by Taffy Evans Aug 16, 2022. 6 Replies 1 Like

Frettin' and stainin'

Started by Doug Laffin. Last reply by Order99 Aug 11, 2022. 4 Replies 1 Like

Bolt on neck to a set neck body?

Started by Paul Craig. Last reply by Paul Craig Jul 17, 2022. 14 Replies 1 Like

Locations

Started by Roy Smith. Last reply by the anonymous pick May 15, 2022. 2 Replies 0 Likes

Help please re Bento Box Uke "nut"

Started by Al Lobe. Last reply by BrianQ. May 10, 2022. 18 Replies 0 Likes

Clarification on pick ups

Started by Michael Myers. Last reply by Taffy Evans May 6, 2022. 5 Replies 1 Like

Licence plate cbg

Started by Michael Myers. Last reply by Michael Myers May 2, 2022. 5 Replies 0 Likes

Builder's Tips

Started by Wichita Sam. Last reply by MadGomer Feb 23, 2022. 2 Replies 4 Likes

Getting there but needing advice/help please.

Started by Lionhound. Last reply by MadGomer Feb 18, 2022. 8 Replies 0 Likes

Tres Cubano Build

Started by Paul Craig. Last reply by Paul Craig Dec 9, 2021. 18 Replies 2 Likes

CB Gitty Country Roads Banjo kit

Started by Ken Hope. Last reply by Christopher G Daniels Nov 29, 2021. 4 Replies 1 Like

View All

Blog Posts

I'll be fashionable this summer =)

Posted by Vlad on March 31, 2024 at 11:48pm 0 Comments 1 Like

Everyone can make CBG. And I did it =)

Posted by Vlad on March 6, 2024 at 2:32am 5 Comments 2 Likes

.✨. Cover Me ..♪♫•¨•. ~ the Delta Blues Outlaws

Posted by billy jones bluez on February 28, 2024 at 2:09pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

Q&A with Arkansas-based talented blues musician Billy Jones, one of the very best authentic modern artists

Posted by billy jones bluez on February 17, 2024 at 11:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

Big Power Bank for Small CBG =)

Posted by Vlad on February 11, 2024 at 1:06am 1 Comment 1 Like

Latest Activity

Niall McCracken is now a member of Cigar Box Nation

42 minutes ago

Welcome Them!

J. D. Woods replied to J. D. Woods's discussion Song lyrics for Steve's new song

1 hour ago

J. D. Woods replied to J. D. Woods's discussion Song lyrics for Steve's new song

12 hours ago

A.D.EKER commented on A.D.EKER's video

There i was Standing at the ..... BCB - A. D. Eker 2024

"Thanks AGP# Glad you liked my version ! appreciated !"

13 hours ago

Doug Thorsvik commented on Doug Thorsvik's video

I Can Only Imagine: 2-String Chugger License Plate Cigar Box Guitar

"You are very observant Andries! Some of the Slingers are more consistent than others and I…"

13 hours ago

David L. replied to J. D. Woods's discussion Song lyrics for Steve's new song

"Not sure how accurate the lyrics are (link to the lyrics site at the bottom) "Internet…"

13 hours ago

David L. liked David Hopkins's photo

Hopkins Lightnin 1 and 2

13 hours ago

David L. liked David Hopkins's photo

Anti-Body Guitars 18,19 and 20

13 hours ago

David L. liked David Hopkins's photo

Angel 2x Anti-Body #17

14 hours ago

J. D. Woods posted a discussion

Song lyrics for Steve's new song

Hey Cigar Boxers,Just listened to Seasick Steve's new song, Internet Cowboys. Does anybody know…See More

15 hours ago

3 Comments 0 Likes

AGP # commented on A.D.EKER's video

There i was Standing at the ..... BCB - A. D. Eker 2024

"A Different, but very Likeable take on a Classic Blues Song :-)"

15 hours ago

AGP # liked A.D.EKER's video

There i was Standing at the ..... BCB - A. D. Eker 2024

15 hours ago

CigarBoxGuitar.com Knowledgebase Articles

Add a Panel-Mount Gain to a C. B. Gitty Amp Board

Cigar Box Guitar Building Tip: Neck Reinforcement with Humbuckers

A Step-by-Step Guide On How To Make a Straight Headstock

Cigar Box Ukulele Kit Assembly Guide

Advanced Cigar Box Guitar Building guide by Joshua Gayou

“Open A” AEA Tuning on your Cigar Box Guitar: 4 Methods, with String Sizes & Sound Clips

“Open E” EBE Tuning on your Cigar Box Guitar: 4 Methods, with String Sizes & Sound Clips

“Open D” DAD Tuning on your Cigar Box Guitar: 4 Methods, with String Sizes & Sound Clips

“Open G” GDG Tuning on your Cigar Box Guitar: 4 Methods, with String Sizes & Sound Clips

Diatonic (Dulcimer-Style) Fretting – What it is, How and Why to Use It

More…

Events

Republic of Texas CBG Festival (8th Annual)

May 11, 2024 from 11am to 8pm – Speakeasy Grill
0 Comments 0 Likes

20th Annual Cigar Box Guitar Festival (Day 1)

May 30, 2024 from 6:30pm to 10pm – The Casual Pint of Huntsville
0 Comments 0 Likes

20th Annual Cigar Box Guitar Festival (Day 2)

May 31, 2024 from 6:30pm to 10pm – Wicks Family Field at Joe Davis Stadium
0 Comments 0 Likes

20th Annual Cigar Box Guitar Festival (Day 3, Daytime)

June 1, 2024 from 11am to 3pm – Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment
0 Comments 0 Likes
20th Annual Cigar Box Guitar Festival (Day 3 Evening

June 1, 2024 from 6:30pm to 10pm – The Orion Amphitheater
0 Comments 0 Likes

Music

Badges | Report an Issue | Terms of Service

Cigar Box Nation is presented by C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply, your one-stop-shop for Cigar Box Guitar parts and accessories!

#xg { position:relative;top:120px; } #xn_bar { top:120px; }

Hello, you need to enable JavaScript to use Cigar Box Nation.

Please check your browser settings or contact your system administrator.

Scroll \uastyle>\ud/** Scrollup **/\ud.scrollup {\ud background: url("https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/963882636?profile=original") no-repeat scroll 0 0 transparent;\ud bottom: 25px;\ud display: inline !important;\ud height: 40px;\ud opacity: 0.3 !important;\ud position: fixed;\ud right: 30px;\ud text-indent: -9999px;\ud width: 40px;\ud z-index: 999;\ud}\ud.scrollup:hover {\ud opacity:0.99!important;\ud}\ud \uascript type="text/javascript">\ud x$(document).ready(function(){\ud x$(window).scroll(function(){\ud if (x$(this).scrollTop() > 100) {\ud x$('.scrollup').fadeIn();\ud } else {\ud x$('.scrollup').fadeOut();\ud }\ud });\ud x$('.scrollup').click(function(){\ud x$("html, body").animate({ scrollTop: 0 }, 600);\ud return false;\ud });\ud });\ud \ua!-- End Scroll Up -->

Scott aka Farmer Ted's Discussions (714)

"Unless the wood you're using begins as perfectly flat, a proper hand plane is the be…"

"Blind Lemon makes some good points. Be sure that the speaker rating (in ohms) matche…"

"You can go with a 500K pot if that's what you already have. But a soap bar pickup is…"

"The tone pot will need a capacitor. Single coils are often matched with a 0.022uF ca…"

"Here's an idea for a string tree...drill hole through a coin, insert screw, drill ho…"

"Yes, yes, and yes. "

"If appearance is a priority, I suggest matching the bit to the inlay. Even with a st…"

"Remove mounting plate from pickup...don't lose screws or springs. Position the plate…"

"Ditto with Marty's comment. Too close to strings, and sustain suffers. Too far away…"

"To simplify an answer to the "strings for GDG tuning", use the ADG strings (5, 4, 3)…"

The Essential Pages

Site Sponsor

Recommended Links & Resources

Discussion Forum

Blog Posts

Latest Activity

CigarBoxGuitar.com Knowledgebase Articles

Events

Music