I've built on CBG, it's Okay, but I wantz sumpin' a little different. My wife's a crafts type person (quilting and so on) and has a large supply ( about 6 or 7) of nice size tins from JD Whiskey (don't ask). I want to build a git box from one of thes
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I have a 4 string fretless CBG, fret markers are in about 1/16in in neck, Is it possible to install wire frets.
bought the CBG on the net.
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a 4 string license plate reso, 57 classic humbucker, piezo under the bridge, 3 way selector switch and volume pot. the neck is white oak with walnut inlaid fret markers
a cheap hinge for a tailpiece and a small wrench for a bridge
the box is poplar w
Has anyone any information on how much the soundhole shape and location influences the final sound? Round, f-holes, multiple holes, - does it make any difference for CBGs other than aesthetics?
Is there some kind ratio of sound hole size vs box volu
Read more…What is the best size box for my first build ? Also, for neck wood, I have oak 1x2 , poplar 1x2, and some strips of old style tounge and groove oak flooring factory finished in cherr,some of this is 1/4 sawed and is well seasoned.
Read more…I actually consider this build #1A as I had a pretty bad attempt on the first one. I dove in without planning it out and without doing as much research as I should have. Considering I've NEVER worked with wood before, I'm very pleased with it and it
Read more…I am thinking about for my next build doing a one string using the low E string, or maybe a two stringer with bass strings. Can a E be used to give a low end like a bass when playing with an ensemble or should I really look at using the larger bass s
Read more…I think this is the most noobiest of questions but here it goes:
I do not play guitar. I love building stuff. This CBG thing is perfect to me. Now, when it comes to stringing these guys up, I get some different answers depending on who I ask. I hav
Read more…Me again...so, while I'm waiting for my spokeshave to be delivered from Ebay (thanks again for the advice), I decided to work on additional necks and get as far as I can on those. My question this time: Do you taper your necks down and make them smal
Read more…What's your favorite material/combo? I've been using Corian nut blanks from Witchita Sam or the old steel nut and bolt combo.
Looking on ebay, I see a lot of pre-slotted bone nuts/saddles for ukes and 6 strings. Anyone use these? If you use a 6
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Hey guys! Sorry I haven't been around in a while. But I got my first build (mostly) done! I was inspired yesterday and decided to plow through the final steps.
Woot! I have no idea how to play, and I think I'm gonna make up a fret board for it.
Read more…Here they are. Was a fun project. Most of the hard work was done with a drill press. Tuners and area right under bridge was done with forstner bits. Plays good. Now gotta learn how to play it.
Read more…I read the discussion about pre-amps and the pre-amp from CB Gitty. Can someone show a pic that shows what the CBG looks like or where you have installed this pre-amp? Thanks.
Lonman
Read more…Yesterday evening i wanted to apply an extra layer of poly eurethane laquer on my last built cbg ( my second) for protection and also to keep the linseed oil residue in. I seem to be allergic to linseed oil, so earlier on i removed it by wiping thoro
Read more…Hi Guys,I have just finished my third build,I fitted it with part of an electric guitar adjustable bridge saddle,tuning is perfect until I check the tuning on the twelve fret.Can anyone please tell me how to adjust the bridge if the tuning is Sharpe
Read more…Does any one out there have a simple downloadable fret template which can be simply printed out, taped together and placed over the neck to mark out the fret locations? I now there are alot....and I do mean ALOT of fret calculators and such but I'm
Read more…Ok, started my first build (finally) and am trying figure out the best method for getting the corners rounded on the back of the neck. Practicing on scrap wood, I've tried using a block plane and then sanding. This takes the sharp edge off, but is st
Read more…Just finished my first cbg with resonator cone,I was advised to use light strings by one of our really experienced members but on you tube every one seems to be using thicker gauge strings,can any one advise me on what to use and from what sequence o
Read more…found this link and printed one ou---it fits a CGB neck perfectly.
here is design for headstockhttp://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Guitar_headstock_outlines
now i'll print them all outto make a hardboard templete to safely do headstocks on
Read more…where does everyone get their 1/4" material for fret boards. my locals only carry oak and poplar and now since i've grown up, i'd like some different woods to use. don't have access to a planer, and as most idiots do i sold mine 2 yrs ago thinking
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