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Sound Holes

What effect do the number or size of sound holes have on the "unplugged" sound of a CBG? I currently have only one 1" sound hole and would like for it to be a bit louder.

Thanks, Sam

Started by Sam Williams in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts

Bridge Material

Hey All,

I am experimenting with different bridge material. Has anyone used delrin either by itself, or as an insert? If I use it, should I groove it for the strings, or just let the strings rest on it?

Thanks, Sam

Started by Sam Williams in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion

Is there such a thing as a simple chord chart for a 3 string??? There is a chart like that available for virtually every other stringed instrument, so why not a CBG? Lotsa talented players out there, can you help?

Thanks, Sam

Started by Sam Williams in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts

Bass Drum

Hey All,

Another newbie here. I'm trying to find something (preferably not a drum machine) to keep the beat like a bass drum while I'm playing my fretless 3 string. I built a "foot stomp box" out of an old Pepsi crate, it works fine but it isn't de

Started by Sam Williams in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts

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