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WoodPortGuitars
Добавлен 30 апр 2023
Welcome to my channel all about cigar box guitars! Join me as I share my passion and knowledge of building and playing these unique instruments.
Cigar Box Guitar Build Fretboards and Necks
This time, I talk about laying out the fretboard, assembling the new CBGitty Deluxe Miter Box Kit, cut some fret slots, double check the layout and start shaping the neck with a modified facet method.
How I Start Video:
ruclips.net/video/nJEYJXUkkaw/видео.html
fret template cbgitty:
GEN2 Laser-cut Fret Scale Marking Templates - provide both Chromatic & Diatonic Styles - Pick your Scale!
www.cbgitty.com/tools-templates/gen2-laser-cut-fret-scale-marking-templates-provide-both-chromatic-diatonic-styles-pick-your-scale/
C.B. Gitty Deluxe Fretting Miter Box Kit:
www.cbgitty.com/sale-10-cool-things/deluxe-fretting-miter-box-kit-cut-perfect-fret-slots-in-necks-and-fretboards/
How I Start Video:
ruclips.net/video/nJEYJXUkkaw/видео.html
fret template cbgitty:
GEN2 Laser-cut Fret Scale Marking Templates - provide both Chromatic & Diatonic Styles - Pick your Scale!
www.cbgitty.com/tools-templates/gen2-laser-cut-fret-scale-marking-templates-provide-both-chromatic-diatonic-styles-pick-your-scale/
C.B. Gitty Deluxe Fretting Miter Box Kit:
www.cbgitty.com/sale-10-cool-things/deluxe-fretting-miter-box-kit-cut-perfect-fret-slots-in-necks-and-fretboards/
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Cigar Box Guitar Build - How I Start
Просмотров 42014 дней назад
THis is a video about how I start my cigar box guitar builds when they have a scarf joint. I use a couple of different jig to cut and glue the scarf joints. I talk about what I look for when starting a build. Thanks for Watching! @WoodPortGuitars Video Link to Scarf Joint Jigs: ruclips.net/video/T5iSOWy45m0/видео.html
Cigar Box Guitar Hard Case - DIY
Просмотров 1 тыс.Месяц назад
In this video I show the finished case for a cigar box guitar. I talk about how I put the case together and the padding and fabric on the inside of the case. This case was custom built for a cigar box guitar that I also built. Links below to anything that I purchased for this case. The spray glue is Gorilla Heavy Duty, and the glue in the caulk tube is Liquid Nails. I purchased both at my local...
Cigar Box Guitar Case - Getting Started
Просмотров 552Месяц назад
I am starting a cigar box guitar case for a guitar I have built in a previous video. This case is custom fit for a guitar I call The Nemesis. The case is made from a combination of reclaimed material and new store bought material. Thanks for watching! Link for the Kaizen Foam: www.woodworkerexpress.com/fastcap-kaizen-20mm-black-organizational-foam.html
More Boxes and Shop Update - Cigar Box Guitars
Просмотров 401Месяц назад
Just a quick shop update and future video sneak peaks. I briefly talk about the case build coming up, the new miter box from C.B.Gity. I show the boxes I just brought to the shop and more. Thanks for watching!.
Cigar Box Guitar - 23 inch scale - 3 string - back angle - dual rail humbucker pickup
Просмотров 3812 месяца назад
This is a video about building and finishing up this 3 string cigar box guitar that I call 23 Black. It has a 23 inch scale and a thin body. It has a slight back angle at the neck to body joint and an angle at the headstock, known as a scarf joint. I show a few of the details of building this guitar and also play it in the video so you can hear that Dual Rail Humbucker Pickup from MGBguitars.co...
Cigar Box Guitar Dyeing a neck yellow
Просмотров 2012 месяца назад
This is just a short video on the cigar box guitar neck that I have dyed Yellow. I didn't like it at first but it has grown on me. If you know where to buy replacement edging or have any ideas on how to dress up the edges let me know in the comments. Thanks for watching. @WoodPortGuitars woodportguitars.square.site
Buffing a lacquer finish Cigar Box Guitar
Просмотров 2673 месяца назад
I am showing in a short video about the buffing kit I purchased at Amazon.com and how well it worked. And to show off the Nemesis Cigar Box Guitar. #woodportguitars #cigarboxguitar Link to Buffing Kit: www.amazon.com/Meguiars-Ultimate-Compound-Applicator-Microfiber/dp/B0CP9TXX44/
Intonating a Floating Bridge - Cigar Box Guitar Intonation
Просмотров 3874 месяца назад
This video gives a explanation and a visual of how to intonate the floating bridge on your cigar box guitar. I am greatly indebted to a viewer and commenter for this explanation and the catalyst behind this video. My explanation in my last video about Intonation and Bridges was inadequate. Many thanks to hurdy.
Bridges and Intonation - Cigar Box Guitars - Floating and One Piece
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.4 месяца назад
I go over how to intonate a 3 string cigar box guitar. Two common bridges are the fixed one piece and the floating bridge. I talk about both. I then tell the story of why I call this black guitar the Nemesis. And I play the guitar, some clean, some with distortion. Hope you enjoy the video! Thanks for Watching! #woodportguitars #cbg
Cigar Box Guitar - shaping the neck with the facet method
Просмотров 4,4 тыс.5 месяцев назад
In this video I cut out headstocks, glue up some scarf joints, cut some fret slots using a paper template from Shane Speal and shape a cigar box guitar neck with a Shinto rasp using the facet method. Printable 23" Fretting Template from the Book, "Making Poor Man's Guitars" www.cigarboxguitars.com/post/printable-23-fretting-template-from-the-book-making-poor-man-s-guitars C.B.Gitty Gen 2 Templa...
Scarf Joint Jigs and New Boxes Cigar Box Guitar
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.6 месяцев назад
I am showing the Scarf Joint Glue up jig and Scarf Joint Cutting jig I use on the miter saw. I show how to make them and how I use them and why. I do a little show and tell with the latest boxes. And I give an update on the Comacho build and the shape of the box. Thanks for Watching WoodPort Guitars. @WoodPortGuitars 00:00 Intro 00:50 Scarf Joints 07:00 Glue up Jig 12:48 Cutting Jig 15:12 New B...
Cigar Box Shopping
Просмотров 1297 месяцев назад
I found a hidden stash of cigar boxes at an indoor flea market. Awesome!
What Now Comacho Cigar Box Guitar ?
Просмотров 2847 месяцев назад
What now. While drilling larger screw holes in the lid of this pretty and shiny Comacho cigar box, I chipped the finish. Not just a little. Not repairable. So I scraped off the rest of the clear coat and sanded. Should I do the same to the rest of the box or leave it original and paint only the lid? Tell me what you think. I have to decide pretty quick, I'm really wanting to play this guitar!
Nut Measurements - 3 String Cigar Box Guitar
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.7 месяцев назад
Nut Measurements - 3 String Cigar Box Guitar
Cigar Box Guitar - What about your box?
Просмотров 2,9 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Cigar Box Guitar - What about your box?
Cigar Box Guitar Fretting the neck - Fret sizes
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Cigar Box Guitar Fretting the neck - Fret sizes
Cigar Box Guitar Staining the neck black Unconventional method
Просмотров 9299 месяцев назад
Cigar Box Guitar Staining the neck black Unconventional method
Cigar Box Guitar Working On The Neck and amp preview
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.9 месяцев назад
Cigar Box Guitar Working On The Neck and amp preview
Cigar Box Guitar Making a Fretboard
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.9 месяцев назад
Cigar Box Guitar Making a Fretboard
ScarfJoint Cigar Box Guitar - Going Electric
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.10 месяцев назад
ScarfJoint Cigar Box Guitar - Going Electric
Cigar Box Guitar Piezo and Capacitor
Просмотров 3,7 тыс.10 месяцев назад
Cigar Box Guitar Piezo and Capacitor
Comparing Identical Cigar Box Guitars
Просмотров 77310 месяцев назад
Comparing Identical Cigar Box Guitars
Cigar Box Guitar Assemble and Play? Twin #2 finished?
Просмотров 1 тыс.11 месяцев назад
Cigar Box Guitar Assemble and Play? Twin #2 finished?
Cigar Box Guitar Neck Sand n Finish Cutting Neck Slot
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.11 месяцев назад
Cigar Box Guitar Neck Sand n Finish Cutting Neck Slot
Before you build your Cigar Box Guitar and Parts Review
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.11 месяцев назад
Before you build your Cigar Box Guitar and Parts Review
Cigar Box Guitar Neck Cutout in the box
Просмотров 556Год назад
Cigar Box Guitar Neck Cutout in the box
I’m a new subscriber, I enjoy watching your process… I really liked the hardcase you built. Thanks for the information you provide. Enjoy!
Thank you for subscribing and thank you for watching! It makes all the difference. Cheers!
Use ink for ink jet printer to dye the wood , it works great and it needs very little . Let it dry and seal with lacquer .
Interesting! Thanks for sharing that! Thanks for watching too! Cheers!!
On that note, Del Puckett is hosting a CBG Festival in the Albuquerque area in Sept. He is a gift to cbg fans and I encourage his support on your channel.
September 20 and 21, 2024. I won't be able to make it there, but I will definitely mention it in my next video, coming out in a few days. I want to do a year in review video and talk about Del's influence on me and my builds. Thanks for the reminder!
Nice work on your vid! As another old guy with a relatively new RUclips channel I respect the quality and the learning curve. Good on ya.
Thank you! Thanks for watching! Cheers!
Ive got a comancho thats 280 long , its big ,big yellow n black ,
Nice! Those do make good-looking cbg"s.
Thanks for the info. I do my layouts pretty much the same. The Solaz box should be great. Probably will need a homemade bridge for that if you're going twin pickups. The hardware bridge probably won't fit. Great video once again. Keep up the good work.
Sorry. I meant hardtail.
Thank you, thank you! I really want a hardtail bridge on that one. Maybe!? Cheers!
Hard tail bridge on the four stringer?
Most likely.
Good info!
Thank you! Cheers!
The piezo has a broad frequency response if it goes into a very high impedance. A guitar amp usually does not provide a high enough impedance to preserve the bass. It is a capacitive source being loaded by a moderate resistance amplifier, and that is a high-pass filter. Try an old Baggs Paracoustic DI or other 10 megohm preamp.
Thanks for the info. Since that video, I have done some reading up on piezo pickups and the front end of amps. I have learned that a piezo disc pickup likes to see a very high impedance in the 10M to 20M range. After looking at a few amp schematics, I see most of them have around 1 to 2M on the input impedance. So, on my little LM386 based amp, I have been trying higher input impedance, so far up to 5M. The higher the input impedance, the more the piezo likes it, but you start messing with the sound magnetic pickups. It has been a blast learning and experimenting with them. But in the end, piezo disc pickups have their limitations. They are great for inexpensive amplifying of a cbg, I still prefer wire wound magnetic pickups. This whole video came about because I watched a C.B.Gitty video on piezo and capacitors. I had to try it. I am leaning more towards an onboard piezo preamp. Most of those circuits have the very high impedance you mentioned. That will require an in the guitar battery. Seems like always a trade off. Thank you for watching! Thank you for commenting! This subject has been out of mind for a few months, thank you for bringing it back. Cheers!
@@WoodPortGuitars Another trick, if you have plenty of signal strength, is to put a small capacitor across the piezo wires. That makes a divider that lowers both signal level and impedance, so you can maybe get away with a lower amplifier impedance for the same frequency response. If you go too far with this, though, you will drop the signal into the noise and hum.
Nice job , in middle of doing one myself ,
Thank you and good luck on yours! Cheers!
Wow!!!!!! That looks amazing bud!!!!
Thank you! Much appreciated! Cheers!
I like your process… looks like a quality case. I like the plaque, I’d leave it in. 👏
Thank you, thank you. I am leaving the plaque in the case. Cheers!
Looks great and I would call the fit, perfect! Nice and tight Love the plaque leave it in makes a nice story
It came out better than I thought. I'm happy with it. Thanks 😊
Nice job, I like it.
Thank you! Cheers!
I really like your neck jig and I WILL make a modified version but with slots instead of holes. Maybe use the paste wax on the sides too. By way of thanks I would like to share some tips with you from my batch production method. I've now made 180+ GBGs I use only Hard Maple for necks. In buy a 10ft board say 6.5" wide from a wholesaler not a box store. This works out as $3.50 per neck. Hard maple requires very little sanding and looks great. One or maybe two coats of Mahoneys Wanut Oil and they are silky smooth, and durable. I use only heads over neck scarf joints. I stopped making fancy heads for the guitars because I use an edge planer for flattening the necks and a table router to shape the necks. I do sometimes add wings after the neck is complete. Very rarely though. My customers like the plain look and It helps me contain the cost. I cut my frets on a mighty mite table saw. I cut .018 slots which give a really tight fit without glue. ttps://ruclips.net/video/FkNmLIJdoHk/видео.html All my builds have the strings through the box and neck. In order to line up the holes for the strings I lay a rule along each side of the neck and mark back to tape on top of the box. I can them drill the holes between these lines. I do burn a lot of rustic boxes with a torch, but I have stopped burning the necks because it can distort the neck. I now use alcohol dyes in various combinations on the neck and sometimes on the box too. Of course the maple looks great on it's own. I quit using piezzo pick ups a few years ago, and only use magnetic pick ups now. Just far superior especially with gain on the amp. I have stopped making my own boxes except for custom builds. Again to cut costs by saving time PS. I'm retired, and while building axes is my hobby, my passion is turning wood on the lathe. Thanks again for the jig. Jim, Crafted in Montana.
Awesome! Thanks for watching and commenting! Cheers!
Where is the inscription frett board instruction at please
fret template cbgitty GEN2 Laser-cut Fret Scale Marking Templates - provide both Chromatic & Diatonic Styles - Pick your Scale! www.cbgitty.com/tools-templates/gen2-laser-cut-fret-scale-marking-templates-provide-both-chromatic-diatonic-styles-pick-your-scale/ fret template shane speal Printable 23" Fretting Template from the Book, "Making Poor Man's Guitars” www.cigarboxguitars.com/post/printable-23-fretting-template-from-the-book-making-poor-man-s-guitars fret template mgb guitars mgbguitars.com/products/fret-location-template?_pos=1&_sid=78da97534&_ss=r Hope that is what you were looking for. Cheers!
Nice job , do you have video of wiring a switch in to go from piezio to pickup ,thnks ,if not its need ,thnks
Thank you! I have not made a video about that. I should. Okay, you talked me into it. I will do that soon. Good luck on the builds! Cheers!
@@billhulbert6388 lol .thnks .just started building cbg myself .wiring ain’t my fav thing to do .Mind you niether was chisels n saws .lol cheers .keep em coming .
Your videos are so enlightening and very informative,I thank you for answering my last guest ion about the finish of the guitar
Thank you! That is an awesome compliment, I am grateful. Thank you for watching and communicating, I do appreciate it. Cheers!
Found some black corners online at reliable hardware Hope this helps
Thanks for the info. I did find that brand, but couldn't get it for a week. I went with a different brand. Should be here tomorrow!. Thank you for commenting! I appreciate you. Cheers!
Awesome work!!
Thank you! Cheers!
I dont see the link for the Foam?
I just added it to the video description. www.woodworkerexpress.com/fastcap-kaizen-20mm-black-organizational-foam.html Thanks! Cheers!
I dont see the link for the Foam?
It has been so long I am having trouble finding it. As soon as I do.... Thanks!
Very Cool Bro!
Thanks!
great video, thanks. Is it hard to cut frets with regular fret cutter/plyer ...?
Thank you. The longer the handle is, the easier it will be to cut, you get more leverage. With the short handle pair, about 4 inches long, I sometimes have to use both hands. Ling handles and sharp, make it easy. Thanks for watching! Cheers!
Thanks a lot sir. @@WoodPortGuitars
Very nice. I never thought of using clear spray paint. Im gonna give it a try. Thanks.
I used that partly because it is what I had on hand, and partly I had not seen anyone using it, and most importantly, I like it. Glad you do too! Thanks for commenting and watching, I appreciate you! Cheers
What kind of finish did you use.I like it very much
It was Rustoleum 2x Clear Semi- Gloss. 3 to 4 coats with a light sanding in between with 320 grit. I do talk about that finish in more of my videos, I still use it. Hope that helps! Thanks for watching! Cheers!
Try using GREEN frog tape...or check chart different colors for different adhesive strength
I had heard of low adhesion tapes, just haven't looked into it much. Thanks for the recommendation, and thanks for commenting! And Thanks for watching! Cheers!
Hope you don't mind, I copied your scarf joint fixture, works great!
That is awesome! I do not mind at all. That is why I do it. Makes me happy!! And if you have improvement ideas, please share. Cheers!
@@WoodPortGuitars Are you in central Florida?
I will be adding stops to one side.
Yes, Eustis area.
@@WoodPortGuitars I'm in Orlando, Working on box #35. just a hobby.
The Macanudo’s really sound good. Still looking forward to the Pure Evil…
Glad to hear that. The Evil is coming! Thanks Steve! Cheers!
Thumbs 👍, you could use straps to stop case opening too far😊
Thank you. I will use some kind of strap on this one with the black hardware. Thanks for watching! Cheers!
They don't have to match... I like the contrast.
It's growing on me too. More on that in Wednesdays video. Thanks. Cheers
That is a beautiful guitar!!! I know I have said it before, but it’s worth saying again……it is such a joy watching your exactness with everything. Always fun watching you work bud. Love your shirt too!!
Wow, thank you!, Cheers!!
@@WoodPortGuitars man yeah! Thank YOU for sharing!!
Nice job!! Looks& sounds great!
Thank you! And it plays great! Cheers
@@WoodPortGuitarscld you upload a vid on putting switch in for piezio and humbucker on n of , thnks can't find one for the love of it ,cheers ,no 3 I'm on now .
Not yet. Will soon. Cheers!
Nice! I have a super thin box that is absolutely beatiful and i want to use it for a build. I dont think its deep enough for a Neck and Heel. Only a neck. Any ideas? How deep was that box? On video, it looks close to mine...
The box is 1 1/2" deep on the inside. You could do it with a thinner heel, worth a try. And, I have the hardware for a case. Case for the Nemesis should be next video. Thanks again!
It's not a Les Paul, hell it's not even a cigar box...
Thanks for watching!
Great work Bro. Don't mind the haters! Some people just have a shifty existence and wanna share it with others
Very nice build thumb 👍
Thank you! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching!
Great work!
Thank you! Cheers!
Strip the box and stain it like the neck.
That would probably be the easiest, cheapest and quickest solution. Since I already have the dye. It's definitely a possibility. Thanks ! Thanks for watching and commenting.!
I am building my first one,you are a good instructor my friend
Thank you, I appreciate that. Good luck with your build, they are fun. Thanks for watching!
See if you can a yellow, gold, red thin Monte Cristo all wood Cigar Box?
I was thinking I might sand the paper off and down to the raw wood, and just paint the box. I am getting some good ideas here. Thanks for commenting and thanks for watching!
Maybe one way to go would be to remove all of the cigar box lining and replace it with some japanese washi tape of your liking ? That's what I was tempted to do with some of my more busted cigar boxes.
I had to look this product up. I hadn't heard of this before. Looks like something I could use on the cbg's and more! Thank for letting me know about washi tape! Thank you for watching.
Have you considered replacing the tape edges with black artist's tape? I am a bit more non-conventional in my approach to builds, but I think the black tape would look good with the black headstock and general theme.
I had to look that up. I didn't know such a thing existed. I like it. Made me think of simulating the binding on guitars, with the tape on cbg's. Awesome. Thank you for sharing, and thank you for watching.
That CBG looks incredible!!!!
Thanks! Much appreciated!
@@WoodPortGuitars man yeah! It is absolutely amazing!!! Love your work!
Thanks!
What products did you use for the original finish?
The paint is Rustoleum Painters Touch 2X Ultracover Flat Black. The clear coat is the same, Rustoleum 2X Clear Lacquer Semi-Gloss. 3 - 4 coats of each paint and clear, with a light sanding with 320 grit sandpaper , between clear coats. I use this paint because I can get it at my local Ace Hardware, close to the shop. I am sure there are better paints, but I am happy with the results I get from the Rustoleum. Thanks D!
Wow!! Beautiful!!
Thank you! Thanks for watching! Cheers!
Great sound aswell.
Thanks, I like it too. Thanks for watching!
Cool! Use a Noisegate on your pedalboard, or most modeling amps have them.... that will solve your feedback issues.
Good idea! Cheers!
How the heck did you scratch that up? You could put a pickguard on it. I’m waiting on Pure Evil.. 😊
Pick scratches? Not sure they were in a weird spot. Thinking about the pickgaurd material. I have to finish up the current build first, I call it little blackie. Thanks Steve!!
Of course because I searched for Del Puckett's Just Tempered and Equal Tempered videos what pops up on my feed when it refreshed? Del's "the sound of a Just Tempered fretboard" from 6 years ago! 🤣