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…"
#1 resource for Cigar Box Guitars, Free Plans, How-To, Parts & More!
Rescued ss can.
I "rescued" this 1gal ss safety can from a unspeakable demise and can't figure out what to do with it it's beat up at the bottom seam, so the original purpose is out of the question. I'm thinking a steel slide or maybe an amp housing. Any suggestions or comments?
- Attachments:
-
-
20190613_164330.jpg, 3.8 MB
-
Replies to This Discussion
-
Permalink Reply by Paul Craig on
-
If you choose to make a git out of it, you'll have to cut off the handle and the spout - lid mechanism. You might be able to rig up something(hucklebuck for Floridians LOL) to keep the spout-lid on or just remove it. My Canjo has the spout-lid removed for acoustic sound hole effect.
-
Permalink Reply by KOOL DOG HOOCH on
-
Haha! I was planning on removing the spout mechanism anyway no matter what I did unless I have it welded to keep it from rattling if it's an amp. But I would remove it and leave the handle if a git, because the one side of the bottom is mangled (F'd up for Mississippians) I'd cut that out for the neck.
-
-
LOL
-
Permalink Reply by gary herget on
-
I used a can like this for a guit and left the handle spout and everything attached. The rattle while playing made an interesting sound and actually sounded pretty cool.
-
-
I considered that, harmonics and all, but was thinking it would sound like a speaker with a tear in it.
-
Permalink Reply by Kigar on
-
What if you flip it over with the neck coming off the bottom side and use the handle for the string retainer? No matter what you decide you should consider leaving the spout and seeing what happens before you cut it off, could be the coolest sound ever!
-
-
This is a great idea.
-
-
That's what I was thinking about because the bottom of the can is damaged.
-
-
A couple of pics of the can I did. The graphics were done by the guy who commisioned the guit.
-
-
How's the upper fret access?
-
-
As you can see, alot of reaching around. This one's for display so not overly important.
-
-
Great job, how does it sound unplugged?
The Essential Pages
Recommended Links & Resources
- CigarBoxGuitar.com - the knowledgebase of the homemade music movement.
- Cigar Box Music - How-to-Build CBGs DVDs, How to Play CBG and more!
- 3-String-Guitar.com - John "Red Dog" McNair's unique take on cigar box guitars and their history - lots of historic photos!
- The Cigar Box Guitar Manifesto - the mission statement and rallying cry for the Cigar Box Guitar Revolution.
Forum
Song lyrics for Steve's new song
Started by J. D. Woods in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by David L. 25 minutes ago. 1 Reply 0 Likes
AI Search Query - Curious Answer
Started by Southern Ray in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by A.D.EKER 18 hours ago. 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 yesterday. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Are metal frets necessary?
Started by J. D. Woods in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by J. D. Woods on Saturday. 7 Replies 1 Like
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
Started by Moritz Voegeli in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 14. 6 Replies 2 Likes
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
Building with vintage paper/pressed board cigar boxes.
Started by Chance in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Feb 22. 12 Replies 1 Like
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
"Not sure how accurate the lyrics are (link to the lyrics site at the bottom)
"Internet…"
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
There i was Standing at the ..... BCB - A. D. Eker 2024
"A Different, but very Likeable take on a Classic Blues Song :-)"
There i was Standing at the ..... BCB - A. D. Eker 2024
"I tryed something differend whit the crossroad consept, thanks for listening ! appreciated !"
Cigar Box Guitar 106 now for sale 🙌
"Thanks everyone! Yes it is inspiring to own other cigar box guitar builders creations. I have many…"
CigarBoxGuitar.com Knowledgebase Articles
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
Music
© 2024 Created by Ben "C. B. Gitty" Baker.
Powered by
