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Hi,
I'm Steve Gerardi. I'm an occupational therapist, university professor, novice ukulele player, and cigar box guitar luthier. I started this channel to share my journey of discovery in learning to build and play stringed musical instruments. While searching for videos on how to play the ukulele, I discovered Justin Johnson playing a three-stringed shovel guitar! Seeing him shred that shovel using nothing but three fingers and a slide gave me hope that I could learn to play a musical instrument late in life. From there, I discovered Del Puckett's cigar box guitar building videos and became inspired to build instruments myself. So far, I have built diddley bows, cigar box guitars and ukuleles, candy tin ukuleles, and cookie tin banjos. I have also added instrument reviews to my channel. Join me on my journey of musical discovery. The fun has just begun!
You can contact me at stevegerardicbg@gmail.com
Steve Gerardi
1011 Verde Vista Drive
San Antonio, TX 78216
I'm Steve Gerardi. I'm an occupational therapist, university professor, novice ukulele player, and cigar box guitar luthier. I started this channel to share my journey of discovery in learning to build and play stringed musical instruments. While searching for videos on how to play the ukulele, I discovered Justin Johnson playing a three-stringed shovel guitar! Seeing him shred that shovel using nothing but three fingers and a slide gave me hope that I could learn to play a musical instrument late in life. From there, I discovered Del Puckett's cigar box guitar building videos and became inspired to build instruments myself. So far, I have built diddley bows, cigar box guitars and ukuleles, candy tin ukuleles, and cookie tin banjos. I have also added instrument reviews to my channel. Join me on my journey of musical discovery. The fun has just begun!
You can contact me at stevegerardicbg@gmail.com
Steve Gerardi
1011 Verde Vista Drive
San Antonio, TX 78216
Vangoa F-style mandolin review.
In this video, I review the Vangoa F-style mandolin.
For full disclosure, Vangoa sent this to me at no cost to do a review.
You can find this on Amazon at this link (not an affiliate link):
www.amazon.com/dp/B0CTBJS5F2/
Official Website: www.vangoa.com/
Connect with Vangoa:
Instagram: vangoa_music
RUclips: www.youtube.com/@VangoaOfficial
Facebook: vangoaofficial
#VangoaMusic #ukulele #relax #music
My channel focuses on these topics:
Stringed instruments
Stringed instrument reviews
Cigar box guitar building
Canjo building
Banjolele building
Ukulele building
Ukulele unboxing
Ukulele reviews
Banjo reviews
Guitar reviews
Guitar kit builds
For full disclosure, Vangoa sent this to me at no cost to do a review.
You can find this on Amazon at this link (not an affiliate link):
www.amazon.com/dp/B0CTBJS5F2/
Official Website: www.vangoa.com/
Connect with Vangoa:
Instagram: vangoa_music
RUclips: www.youtube.com/@VangoaOfficial
Facebook: vangoaofficial
#VangoaMusic #ukulele #relax #music
My channel focuses on these topics:
Stringed instruments
Stringed instrument reviews
Cigar box guitar building
Canjo building
Banjolele building
Ukulele building
Ukulele unboxing
Ukulele reviews
Banjo reviews
Guitar reviews
Guitar kit builds
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Great CBG Builder Swap Off #9, Spring '24, Compilation Video - 3 of 4
Просмотров 1345 дней назад
This video showcases the instruments built and swapped by the cigar box guitar (CBG) builders who participated in the ninth Great CBG Builder Swap Off in the Spring of 2024. You can find the group on Facebook at: groups/539231240299564 Check out all the swap compilation videos at this link: ruclips.net/p/PLP3QtNeXt6_LQlF4NTaglswEPZeP5MRFn My channel focuses on these topics: Stringe...
Great CBG Builder Swap Off #9, Spring '24, Compilation Video - 2 of 4
Просмотров 21110 дней назад
This video showcases the instruments built and swapped by the cigar box guitar (CBG) builders who participated in the ninth Great CBG Builder Swap Off in the Spring of 2024. You can find the group on Facebook at: groups/539231240299564 Check out all the swap compilation videos at this link: ruclips.net/p/PLP3QtNeXt6_LQlF4NTaglswEPZeP5MRFn My channel focuses on these topics: Stringe...
Great CBG Builder Swap Off #9 Compilation Video - 1 of 4
Просмотров 23417 дней назад
This video showcases the instruments built and swapped by the cigar box guitar (CBG) builders who participated in the ninth Great CBG Builder Swap Off in the Spring of 2024. You can find the group on Facebook at: groups/539231240299564 Check out all the swap compilation videos at this link: ruclips.net/p/PLP3QtNeXt6_LQlF4NTaglswEPZeP5MRFn My channel focuses on these topics: Stringe...
Deviser Sea Blue Ukulele Gig Bag Review
Просмотров 3919 дней назад
This video reviews the Deviser Sea Blue ukulele gig bag. Deviser sent it to me, at no cost, to review. You can find it on Amazon at this link (not an affiliate link): www.amazon.com/Deviser-ukulele-Packpack-Padding-Handles/dp/B09L3Y1GCK My channel focuses on these topics: Stringed instruments Stringed instrument reviews Cigar box guitar building Canjo building Banjolele building Ukulele buildin...
Vangoa VU703 Okoume Concert Ukulele Review
Просмотров 293Месяц назад
In this video, I review the Vangoa VU703 laminate okoume concert-scale ukulele. It's a beauty with some fine details and features! For full disclosure, Vangoa sent this to me at no cost to do a review. You can find this on Amazon at this link (not an affiliate link): www.amazon.com/dp/B0CNV9CVGZ?maas=maas_adg_1C641D4E1291A9FCE1D7ED59B69D747B_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas 5% exclusive discount code: 05S...
Deviser All-In-One Guitar Cleaning Kit Unboxing!
Просмотров 92Месяц назад
This video introduces the Deviser All-In-One Guitar Cleaning Kit. Deviser sent it to me, at no cost, to review. You can find it on Amazon at this link (not an affiliate link): www.amazon.com/dp/B0CBV68H8J My channel focuses on these topics: Stringed instruments Stringed instrument reviews Cigar box guitar building Canjo building Banjolele building Ukulele building Ukulele unboxing Ukulele revie...
Cookie Tin Guitar Built for Shane Speal for the Great CBG Builder Swap Off - Swap # 9
Просмотров 546Месяц назад
I built this cookie tin guitar for Shane Speal for the Great CBG Builder Swap Off - Swap # 9. You can find the group on Facebook at this link: groups/539231240299564 You can see two videos with this instrument from Kale Feelhaver at these links: A song played on it - ruclips.net/video/ls4SIzjB3Bs/видео.html Part of the backstory of how this instrument is linked to the larger cigar ...
Highlights the 8th Annual Republic of Texas Cigar Box Guitar Festival -2024.
Просмотров 135Месяц назад
These are some highlights of the 8th Annual Republic of Texas Cigar Box Guitar Festival, sponsored by Andelusia Whisky Company in Blanco, Texas. You can see more on their Facebook page: TexasCBG/ My channel focuses on these topics: Stringed instruments Stringed instrument reviews Cigar box guitar building Canjo building Banjolele building Ukulele building Ukulele unboxing Ukulele r...
Electric Cigar Box Baritone Ukulele Unboxing - Built by Rusty Taylor of Second Hand Smoke Guitars.
Просмотров 2182 месяца назад
This video showcases the instrument I received from Rusty Taylor from Second Hand Smoke Guitars from participating in the ninth Great CBG Builder Swap Off in the Spring of 2024. You can find the group on Facebook at: groups/539231240299564 You can find Second Hand Smoke Guitars at this link: Rustytaylor1147 Check out all the swap compilation videos at this link: ruclip...
POGOLAB D1 iDM-007 digital metronome review
Просмотров 1162 месяца назад
In this video, I unbox and review the POGOLAB/D1 iDM-007 digital metronome. Its' looks are reminiscent of a traditional metronome but it has all the features you would expect from a digital metronome. For full disclosure, this product was sent to me at no cost, to do a review. I received no other compensation for this review. You can find it on Amazon at this link: amzn.to/48KoP9z My channel fo...
POGOLAB S3 Mini Guitar Amp Review!
Просмотров 2812 месяца назад
In this video, I unbox and review the POGOLAB S3 mini guitar amp. For full disclosure, this product was sent to me at no cost, to do a review. I received no other compensation for this review. You can find it on Amazon at this link: amzn.to/3V0NNOM My channel focuses on these topics: Stringed instruments Stringed instrument reviews Cigar box guitar building Canjo building Banjolele building Uku...
POGOLAB Travel Cajon Review!
Просмотров 4583 месяца назад
In this video, I review the POGOLAB travel cajon. For full disclosure, this product was sent to me at no cost, to do a review. I received no other compensation for this review. The POGOLAB travel cajon is well-built, looks nice, and sounds as you would expect for a travel cajon. You can find it on Amazon at this link: amzn.to/49GrRwN My channel focuses on these topics: Stringed instruments Stri...
XTUGA JTSY23 Wireless Guitar System Review!
Просмотров 3413 месяца назад
Check out this review of the XTUGA JTSY 23 wireless guitar system. It is well-constructed and easy to use. XTUGA-Audio sent me this product, free of charge, to do a review. I received no other compensation for my review. None of the following links are affiliate links. The JTSY23 wireless guitar system is available on Amazon, and for a limited time you can get a 5% discount at this link (not an...
The Great CBG Builder Swap Off - A showcase of instruments from Swap #8 - Fall 2023
Просмотров 7696 месяцев назад
This video showcases the instruments built and swapped by the cigar box guitar (CBG) builders who participated in the eighth Great CBG Builder Swap Off in the Fall of 2023. You can find the group on Facebook at: groups/539231240299564 Check out all the swap compilation videos at this link: ruclips.net/p/PLP3QtNeXt6_LQlF4NTaglswEPZeP5MRFn My channel focuses on these topics: Stringed...
I think that's the same mandolin they sent to Maria. It looks really nice. I Like the finish and all the little details. You did alright for never having played a mandolin before. It looks like a great value. Nice review.
Thanks! Yep! It's the same model that Maria unboxed. I'm a bit late in posting the review because I had a cold which resulted in laryngitis. I had to wait for my voice to return. To play it, I had to figure out what chord shapes I could manage quickly! After playing the guitar, the mandolin neck seems so small! This mandolin is typical Vangoa quality and value! It is a good option for beginners who want the classic look of the F-style mandolin.
If you leave the cork in the bottleneck, can you play pop music?
LOL! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Ibanez, Ibanez, Ibanez.
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G'day buddy! Great review. Haven't seen your channel in a while since RUclips is weird about video reccomendations. Hope you're well. Happy 4th of July. Cheers!
Thanks, you too! Be sure to subscribe and click the notification bell to be alerted to my videos!
There were A LOT of builds in this swap. Apparently there's still another vid coming. Wow. Some great projects and beautiful instruments here.
Yep! 61 swappers! I'm continually inspired by the creativity of the builders!
some far freaking out stuff
Definitely!
far freaking out
Definitely!
so very cool
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Some more really nice builds. I’d be happy to play all of them.
You and me both!
I can get one of these from Amazon for about £80 so I might just do that…cheers 👌🎵
I hope this was helpful! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thanks as always Steve for displaying the work of some very talented people. 😊
You bet!
My pleasure!
missed opportunity to call it a banjo!
I see your point! Guitar, banjo, canjo? Call it anything you like! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Sweet builds. Thanks for putting this together!
My pleasure! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Some really nice builds there. I was wondering how you got the video so short but then I saw it’s 1 of 4. I love that solid body Daniel built.
There is definitely lots of creativity and inspiration on display! Thanks for watching and commenting!
This is a guitar, but the gentleman plays it as though it were a baritone uke. I wonder how he would play a four string electric bass? 🤔 Honestly, i do appreciate the time he took, the production quality, and thoroughness of his review. But I simply couldn't resist the opening statement.
I play everything like its a baritone ukulele! LOL!! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@stevesstrings5243 Have you ever played a bass ukulele? You'd be a natural at it, and if you record your playing, it sits perfectly in the mix below a baritone ukulele.
I’ve dabbled with the bass ukulele. Thanks for the suggestion!
We had over 60 swappers this time around so I decided to divide the compilation video into 4 shorter videos for easier viewing. Enjoy!
A lot of really nice builds. Thanks Steve.
Glad you like them!
I've had this guitar for 6 years and its still holding up well. Id recommended you lower the action of this guitar if you get it brand new. only issues I've had is the tuning pedals being a little jumpy but its overall well.
Thanks for sharing your experience! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Cool.
Thanks!
Had to get the 28 in they literally discontinued the 26 in and sold the last one an hour before I went to buy one
Thanks for watching and commenting!
I wish this came in baritone uke size. I’m looking for a blue case for a tenor that I’m making with an oversized body.
Me too! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Wonderful instrument!
I agree! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Looks like a good bag. Thanks Steve.
You bet! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Good afternoon, I am writing to you to find out how to switch from CGDA to DGBE tuning on the Kmise Tenor guitar. I'm a beginner and I wanted to understand if I can use the same strings or if I need to buy a specific set of strings, best regards Cristiano Chiggio from Italy
You can get Aquila AQ-11U Tenor to Baritone Ukulele Conversion Strings - Tuned D G B E
@@stevesstrings5243 thank you 😊
@@CRISTIANOCHIGGIO I just realized I sent you the link for strings for a tenor ukulele, not a tenor guitar. Instead, keep the same strings and tune the C up to D and tune the D and A down to B and E.
Thanks ❤
I bought one used for $100 a few days ago, and it's a pretty decent entry level guitar. The nut and saddle were cut a little high (took a little more effort to play at the extreme ends of the neck), but it wasn't the worst I've seen. Upgrading to a bone nut and saddle made a big improvement in tone, and are very easy to set up and install. Just sand them down on a sheet of 120grit sandpaper on a flat surface until the desired height is obtained.
Thanks for your input! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Nice job! Where did you those clamp? Thanks
Thank! The clamps came from Harbor Freight. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thanks for the work that went into this. Great tips. Good job.
My pleasure! Thanks for watching and commenting!
The hard tops don’t really matter if it’s amplified with fishman pickups… but it does helps if the fishman electronics… function.
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Nice review. I wish I would have found this before purchasing a dreadnought. The scale matches right up with my Mustangs.
You can always get another! LOL! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hey thanks for the review! I've got one, which is my main everyday guitar and it feels so comfortable to play! Sound is good also but for recording I use a bigger Dreadnought type. Thanks to you I just learned that my "everyday" guitar isn't made of wood...! When I bought it many years ago I didn't car that much about the material... TBH I'm a little disappointed that it is "fake wood", but it still sounds good and seems pretty durable so all is good! Thanks again, I like your energy as a reviewer!
Thanks! If you like it, it doesn't matter what it's made of. Thanks for watching and commenting!
🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶⚘💗
Thanks!
What would you recommend- this or the batking zebrawood baritone?
I really like this one! Thanks for watching and commenting!
cool nice build wonderful sound you should enjoy
It's a beauty! Thanks for watching and commenting!
I like how they did that rounded corner for arm relief. That's really unique. The binding looks great. Vangoa seems to make pretty good stuff.
I agree! This is a really nice instrument!
Wow almost as good a story as the one you built for me!!! I loved it!! you are such a talented and generous man !! I have surgery on May 28th on my left hand in two places. I’m hoping that after I heal and do OT I will be able to play the lovely cigar box guitar more !! Fantastic job and I’m sure the new owner must Love It!! ❤
Thanks Maria! I'm praying for a good outcome for you following surgery and rehabilitation!
@@stevesstrings5243 thank you so much. I really appreciate the prayers 🙏💕
Great, great build Steve! well thought out plus Kudos from the King! Gongrats!
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Would love to learn how to build one of these. They sound fantastic. Beautifully made even though it’s made of scrap pieces.
Thank you very much! Check out the video I made on how to build a CBG with very few tools. You can do it! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Excelente trabajo Master!! Saludos😊
Muchas gracias, amigo!
High quality work once again Steve! Really great design
Glad you like it, Scot! It was a fun build. Since it was for Shane, I wanted it to be something he would want to play. Thanks for watching and commenting!
'PromoSM' 🙄
I was waiting for you to pull out an old dirty guitar and make it shine like an informercial. 😂
I thought about! But then I thought nobody wants to see polish a guitar.
I was first. 😎 Nice review Steve.
Thanks!
This is so cool. Thanks Steve.
Thanks! I like how it turned out! Thanks for watching and commenting!
It sounds great! I was admiring the burgundy finish last week
I hope this was helpful for you! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hello Steve 🙏🏻 Namaste from India I recently purchased this metronome and I wanted to use it with my multi effects pedal for home practice. How can I use it with my multi effects pedal to get the metronome sounds from my amp along with the sound of my guitar ??? I tried it but it just didn’t work. Could you please make a small video on it so that I can hear the metronome sound through my amp along with the guitar 😊 Thankyou
Hey Steve, your room is getting rather crowded. Rich Davis will be envious.😎. Your craftsmanship and your aesthetic prowess improve with each new creation. Good stuff.
Thank you kindly!
I love all the contrasting wood colors. It’s a real beautiful instrument. I’d be intimidated making a guitar for “the king”. 👑
Thanks! I’ll be honest, I gave this a lot of thought! I wanted it to be something worthy of the king! I’m content with how it turned out.
I love it, Steve! This thing plays like a dream. I can’t believe you had it baptized by other performers at the festival. That just adds to the whole mojo. Wow, I’m honored to receive this! Thank you again.
Glad you enjoyed it! I look forward to hearing it played by you plugged-in, but I wanted it to be playable acoustically too!
Congrats on build #30, Looks great. I bet Shane is going to Love it. 😎
Thanks! Now we need to get you to join the swap! Thanks for watching and commenting!