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The First Meeting of CBG Minded Michan'ders

Started this discussion. Last reply by uncle Lou Sep 21, 2015. 9 Replies 0 Likes

So far I have 4 interested individuals, three up here in the finger tips of the mit and one from the metro area. We need really need at least at least 10 minimum. Thanks, Continue

The 31st Meeting of CBG Minded Michigan'ders, is scheduled for 08 September 2018.

Started this discussion. Last reply by Preston J. Laisure Aug 8, 2017. 22 Replies 6 Likes

To all interested people who live in Michigan or anywhere else for that matter. Our plans for the 31st meeting are currently being worked on. We will continue to exchange any new info & ideas,…Continue

electric strings

Started this discussion. Last reply by CS LeBeau Jul 20, 2015. 3 Replies 0 Likes

Are electric strings actually more easily read by magnetic pick-ups, than acoustic strings?Continue

cbg electronics

Started this discussion. Last reply by sparky37 Jul 20, 2015. 4 Replies 0 Likes

I'm planning to use my first magnetic pickup. I've already built 15+ cbg's using simple piezo disc hard wired to output jacks with great success. So my plan was to incorporate both a disc and a…Continue

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"We have changed club meeting location to Spare Key Winery in Bay Shore, MI. 1 - 5pm every, 2nd Saturday."

Aug 21, 2023

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smilingdog1 commented on Preston J. Laisure's event 10 July 2021 CBG Minded Michigan'ders Club Meeting

"Have fun you guys. Looks like a cool joint!"

Jul 8, 2021

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10 July 2021 CBG Minded Michigan'ders Club Meeting at Musik Haus

July 10, 2021 from 1pm to 5pm

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March 13 2021 Club Meeting - Canceled at No meeting at the Music Haus.

March 7, 2021 from 6pm to 7pm

Clovid 19 is still a problem. No monthly meeting planned for 13 March 2021.See More

Mar 7, 2021

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CBG Minded Michigan'ders November Meeting at The Music Haus of Petoskey

November 14, 2020 from 1pm to 5pm

Our monthly gathering, where we make future plans, discuss current builds and any new possibilities of modifications, there of. We jam some. See More

Nov 4, 2020

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smilingdog1 commented on Preston J. Laisure's event CBG Minded Michigan'ders October Club Meeting

"Good to hear you guys are still rolling!"

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CBG Minded Michigan'ders October Club Meeting at The Music Haus of Petoskey

October 10, 2020 from 1pm to 4pm

This is our 5th year anniversary as a club, so yes there will be cake. We gather to exchange plans & idea's for future builds, help others with their plans, as well as club events to be planned for. We jam some, too.See More

Oct 2, 2020

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CBG Minded Michigan'ders at Under the Bear River Bridge

September 12, 2020 from 1pm to 5pm

We plan to hold a monthly meeting again on our regular 2nd Saturday, except at a new location, under the Bear River Bridge in Petoskey, MI. This will be family friendly, as always, and we will follow our Clovid guide lines.See More

Aug 28, 2020

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"I almost forgot the most important part to me is the acoustic sound, which is intact too."

Apr 30, 2020

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"Yes, at last summer's Bliss Fest, I had the chance to meet "Hymn for Her" in person, at which time I noticed her CBG had used the 2 out-up jacks. After hearing about the new "Gitty Wickedbuckers". Upon the advice of Louie…"

Apr 30, 2020

Jerry Jordan commented on Preston J. Laisure's photo

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"looks like a good way to do it.,very solid.,"

Apr 23, 2020

Josh Thompson commented on Preston J. Laisure's photo

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"Yea, why is there to inputs, just curious?"

Apr 21, 2020

Uncle John commented on Preston J. Laisure's photo

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"On first look, I did not like the tuner placement. After a couple more looks, I do like it. A wonderful build, Preston."

Apr 19, 2020

Uncle John commented on Preston J. Laisure's photo

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"Piezo AND pup?"

Apr 19, 2020

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"WOW, Preston. Fancy. "

Apr 19, 2020

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How did you learn about Cigar Box Nation?: Uncle Lou from Bliss, MI told me. I sell tools at Lowes,Petoskey.

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At 11:13pm on August 27, 2019, Poorness Studios said…: Hey Preston. Good to meet you over the weekend in York. I posted a write up of the event here. I think you'll enjoy it.

https://cigarboxnation.com/profiles/blogs/we-re-all-the-same

At 2:05am on September 17, 2015, uncle Lou said…: There wont be anyplace i will be playing before opening. I use a 55# recurve bare bones trad. style.