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Is there a way to remove tobacco smell from cigar boxes?
Started this discussion. Last reply by A.D.EKER Oct 7, 2022. 9 Replies 0 Likes
has anyone found a way to eliminate the lingering aroma from empty boxes?Continue
Your take on this bizarre guitar
Started this discussion. Last reply by Vladimir Mazic Nov 16, 2022. 11 Replies 0 Likes
https://www.ebay.com/itm/255673279777I'm thinking it is more mandolin than guitar, and that it was built as a functional theater prop.Continue
The entirely hypothetical encylopedic CGB design and construction book - a long post
Started this discussion. Last reply by Doug Thorsvik Mar 20, 2023. 7 Replies 0 Likes
I just bought a box full of CGB building books, and I must say I'm disappointed. I taught electronics, computers, and networking. I am particular about training aids, and I have high expectations. I…Continue
Box thickness effect on sound
Started this discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Jul 31, 2022. 3 Replies 0 Likes
If a guy wanted to build a dog bowl resonator:Will a thick box produce a better tone than a thin box?Will a larger - 10.5 X 9 - box sound better than an 8 X 6?Is it better to attach the neck to the…Continue
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"whatever you use, cover it in a burlap bag. "he carried his guitar in a gunny sack..."
which may have a whole 'nother meaning to a Marine."
"I agree completely! I have done Intro to Cigar Box Guitars classes for the Seniors program at Spokane Community College and it was a learning experience each time."
"I have found that once you know your subject good enough to teach it and begin instructing suddenly you start learning it really good,even discovering new things that escaped you before,things that aren’t in the manuals."
"I wonder about the effect of back angle, depth of box, and internal volume
it would be interesting to score a pile of identical drop in lid boxes and make one body with interchangeable lids.
it would be interesting to experiment with a plain…"
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greetings from Serbia"
"Just sprinkle some Parfum of choise on the inside ! repeat if wears off !! simple but verry effectif ! fluid works better then airosoles they tend to evaporate more quicly !!"
"I like the smell of some of the leftover cigar aromas. "
"Haha, I recon your cigar box would smell better than your amp, especially after it warms up.
Taff"
"and I meant crumple the newspaper and fill the box — also works to get the smells out of plastic food containers —"
"the weather here in New Mexico has been 85+ and sunshine since April. The rainy season just started. Figures.
In a 90 year old farmhouse mouse poop is a much greater risk. I had to hardware screen my amplifiers after I vacuumed out the pack rat…"
"Spread baking soda inside and close the box for a week or two. Exposure to direct sunlight also works but you run the risk of sparrows pooping in the box."
"Hi, how about keeping the lid closed? Haha. Only joking. What about leaving the box open and exposed to sunlight? Taff"
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You like Train songs on Handmade instruments as much as I do? Meet Eastwood station…
Started by BrianQ. in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts 13 hours ago. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Are metal frets necessary?
Started by J. D. Woods in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Southern Ray on Friday. 8 Replies 1 Like
AI Search Query - Curious Answer
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Song lyrics for Steve's new song
Started by J. D. Woods in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. on Thursday. 4 Replies 0 Likes
UK - Best Place to Buy Cigar Box's
Started by Rich Butters in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Crazed Fandango Apr 22. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Busking Songs...
Started by Nomad Jack in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by J. D. Woods Apr 17. 7 Replies 2 Likes
Joseph J. Rogowski about Current Based Pickup Design
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crossover guitar.
Started by Timothy Hunter in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Apr 10. 14 Replies 3 Likes
Flat bucker under box top. Any Success?
Started by Tom T in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 9. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone tried this? Thoughts?
Started by Southern Ray in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 4. 7 Replies 1 Like
just came accross this pickup idea on youtube.
Started by Timothy Hunter in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 27. 1 Reply 2 Likes
VIDEO: Building a CBG with limited resources.
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 10. 1 Reply 3 Likes
Free PDF Download: Vintage Guitar Effects Plans - 1967 Fuzzbox and 1969 Treble Boost
Started by Cigar Box Nation in Feature Articles. Last reply by BrianQ. Mar 9. 4 Replies 3 Likes
Tune up songs
Started by Ghostbuttons in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Mar 9. 5 Replies 1 Like
Duel output jacks
Started by Justin Stanchfield in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Mar 8. 6 Replies 0 Likes
No Harmonics
Started by Ken I in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Brian partington Mar 8. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Camera suggestions?
Started by Southern Ray in Cool gear discussion - that's not cigar box related. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 6. 5 Replies 0 Likes
CBG site issues, continued.
Started by Taffy Evans in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Taffy Evans Mar 5. 4 Replies 2 Likes
Anyone used a violin-style tailpiece on a CBG?
Started by Justin Stanchfield in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Carl Floyd Mar 1. 15 Replies 0 Likes
Guitar for the grandson
Started by Joe in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Carl Floyd Feb 29. 13 Replies 0 Likes
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I'll be fashionable this summer =)
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