All I can say is WOWSERS! I’m just starting on my 2nd build, my 1st had multiple errors that I’m hoping I’ve learned from. Every guitar I’ve seen that you made look absolutely Top Notch. I hope I can achieve such a level on my own. Thanks so much for your helpful tips. Be well/Stay well
Thanks Johnny. If you want a Top Notch looking CBG, I am running a special on my 2 hour Cigar Box Guitar Pro Builders WorkShop. Its now 30% OFF for a limited time. www.southernfireguitars.com/pro-builders-w
Thanks for another enjoyable and informative videos. I hope to someday build a instrument that approaches your level of expertise. That said, and assuming someone hasn't already brought this up, I am now going to put on my "Mr. Safety" hat. I like using boiled linseed oil on some wood projects but I have heard / read that it contains various petroleum-based products and heavy metals to speed up the drying time. So maybe disposable gloves could be used for wipe-on applications. Another and even more immediate concern is that rags that have linseed oil on them can spontaneously combust. A couple pre-disposal methods I have read about are to let the rags dry individually (not piled up) or to soak them in water in a sealed container and then dry them out. Don't take my word on it, take a minute or so to check into this yourself.
I didn't know that there was a pop quiz, so I listened again. They all sound fantastic! The Cohiba is cool just because, but the black lightening with the f holes is sweet. Send me all of these and thank you 😂
Thanks for sharing. Though the linseed oil if it is the real thing will take some time before it is dry. Also you want to mix it with 50 % turpentine to make it get absorbed in to the wood easier.
Grandad: Linseed oil timber once a day for a week. Once a week for a month. Once a month for a year. (Cricket bats & furniture) Beautiful timber grain & lustre, so satisfying! 🤗
Great stuff as always Michael, they do each have a unique sound, and surprisingly it wasn't always predictable based on pickup position. Love all of them.
Very informative and entertaining as always, Michael. For me it's a toss-up between the Cohiba and the Black Lightning. Boiled linseed oil is a great product; fairly inexpensive, easily available (in the UK at least) and makes a great finish. I've watched many videos in which musicians play raw blues with a slide- I like that kind of music, but your demos have shown that a cigar box guitar is a much more versatile instrument than many people think. Looking forward to the next one!
I used boiled linseed oil on a neck last year then decided to polish frets..tape would not stick..still won't but I like the finish..it just needs to be final step I guess..now to watch the video..thanks for the videos
Love the p90 sound,if I had to choose it probably be the pa dron love that distressed look,but in all honesty they look and sound superb.great job Michael 😊
Hey Michael, I use Casey Bircheood Tru-Oil, but this looks much easier and way quicker. Gonna try this for sure. Do you finish the neck and heel too, or just leave it sanded smooth? Thanks!
Hello I was wondering if there is a "best" place to put the neck P90 pickup. Like halfway between the 12th fret and the bridge, or something like that? Or do you just put it as close to the neck as you can? Thanks!
All I can say is WOWSERS!
I’m just starting on my 2nd build, my 1st had multiple errors that I’m hoping I’ve learned from.
Every guitar I’ve seen that you made look absolutely Top Notch. I hope I can achieve such a level on my own.
Thanks so much for your helpful tips.
Be well/Stay well
Thanks Johnny. If you want a Top Notch looking CBG, I am running a special on my 2 hour Cigar Box Guitar Pro Builders WorkShop. Its now 30% OFF for a limited time. www.southernfireguitars.com/pro-builders-w
❤ The craftsmanship you put into your CGB's......
Thanks James. M~
Those cohiba boxes have become my favorite, but I've had problems finding them recently. Glad you could get your hands on one of those great boxes
Pencil crayons work awesome as markers on the fret board! Easy way to add almost any color you want! Great video as always!
Thanks. That's a cool idea. I will have to try that. M~
Good Idea...Will have to try it sometime down the road
Cannot decide, they are all fantastic ,good job Michael 🇬🇧👍
Thanks Philip. M~
They sound great but do like the black lighting. I know that take a little more time to do. Gorgeous!
Thank you, Don. Yes, its a bit more involved. M~ 😎
Black lighting ⚡
Thanks for another enjoyable and informative videos. I hope to someday build a instrument that approaches your level of expertise. That said, and assuming someone hasn't already brought this up, I am now going to put on my "Mr. Safety" hat. I like using boiled linseed oil on some wood projects but I have heard / read that it contains various petroleum-based products and heavy metals to speed up the drying time. So maybe disposable gloves could be used for wipe-on applications. Another and even more immediate concern is that rags that have linseed oil on them can spontaneously combust. A couple pre-disposal methods I have read about are to let the rags dry individually (not piled up) or to soak them in water in a sealed container and then dry them out. Don't take my word on it, take a minute or so to check into this yourself.
Thanks Keith. All good info. M~
I didn't know that there was a pop quiz, so I listened again. They all sound fantastic! The Cohiba is cool just because, but the black lightening with the f holes is sweet. Send me all of these and thank you 😂
LOL Thanks John. M~
I quite liked the black lightning this video, the look the sound just fitted my mood.
Awesome, thanks Ship. M~
I love it Michael
P90 and humbucker have there own sound. They both sound great 😊
Thanks Larry. M~
The cedar looks great
Thanks, I agree. 😎
Why didnt I think of that .Great idea thank you
Thanks Mike. 👍
Thanks for sharing. Though the linseed oil if it is the real thing will take some time before it is dry. Also you want to mix it with 50 % turpentine to make it get absorbed in to the wood easier.
Thanks. M~
They look and sound great!
Thank you, Steve. M~ 😎🎸
I liked the CBDS with the pickups in the bridge position. I found that tone s were a bit deeper
Awesome 👍👍👍👍👍
Grandad: Linseed oil timber once a day for a week. Once a week for a month. Once a month for a year. (Cricket bats & furniture) Beautiful timber grain & lustre, so satisfying! 🤗
Thanks amelia. M~
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Great stuff as always Michael, they do each have a unique sound, and surprisingly it wasn't always predictable based on pickup position. Love all of them.
Thanks redneck. Same here, they all sound good to me. 😀
Another Buster Tail Wagging build there Michael !
Thanks. I agree. M~
I like the first one
Absolutely amazing buddy 🎉
I like the black lightning. The f holes give it a little extra…richness might be the word I’m looking for.
Thank you Shane. M~
Very informative and entertaining as always, Michael. For me it's a toss-up between the Cohiba and the Black Lightning. Boiled linseed oil is a great product; fairly inexpensive, easily available (in the UK at least) and makes a great finish. I've watched many videos in which musicians play raw blues with a slide- I like that kind of music, but your demos have shown that a cigar box guitar is a much more versatile instrument than many people think. Looking forward to the next one!
Thank you Geoff. I agree. M~ 😎🎸
I used boiled linseed oil on a neck last year then decided to polish frets..tape would not stick..still won't but I like the finish..it just needs to be final step I guess..now to watch the video..thanks for the videos
Thank you, Willie. M~
Personally I think the undercrown sounds the best. But that's just my opinion. Great job,they all sound great. 😊
Thank you, Randy. M~
I liked them all. The Cohiba I liked best but if I listen again I’ll probably pick a different one. They all look great and sound brilliant. 👌🤔
Thanks Walter. M~
Vurrah Nahce...makin' 'em POP🤑
Nice
Love the p90 sound,if I had to choose it probably be the pa dron love that distressed look,but in all honesty they look and sound superb.great job Michael 😊
Thank you, Barry. M~
Linseed oil makes it POP!
Yes Sir. Thanks. M~ 😎
It seems to me that the pickups off the back give a mellowed tone. Not so bright. I like that better. The Black Lightening is my favorite
Thank you Kevin. M~
Black Lightning
The HowITzer, of course!
Thanks Gib. I love that box. 😀
Do you ever use Tru-oil?
Yes, I do.
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Hey Michael, I use Casey Bircheood Tru-Oil, but this looks much easier and way quicker. Gonna try this for sure. Do you finish the neck and heel too, or just leave it sanded smooth? Thanks!
Thanks Richard. I did the whole neck with the linseed oil. M~
@@SouthernFireGuitars Thanks Michael
How can I WIN ...one of your 3 strings lol.... Beautiful 👍
Thanks Dan. M~
Hello I was wondering if there is a "best" place to put the neck P90 pickup. Like halfway between the 12th fret and the bridge, or something like that? Or do you just put it as close to the neck as you can? Thanks!
I usually put mine about 1 1/2'' from the end of the box, depending on the graphics on the box. M~
@@SouthernFireGuitars Thank you, much appreciated! Love your videos.
Howitzer wins best sound
Okay, 25 inch scale, tuned to Open G. What string gauges?
Nickle wound 040 030 022
@@SouthernFireGuitars Thanks! Keep up the great work (as long as you are enjoying it)!
the one with the f holes
Thanks Kevin. M~
Idk why but they all sound the same to me, I don’t have an ear for music or maybe because of this damn headache I been having all day 😂
Itza purdy😂neck and How! Maybe I should rub this on my head and face
Almost forgot… they all sound great, but I think the Undercrown edges the others out
Thank you, Richard. M~
Boiled linseed oil is like franks hot sauce….“I put that stuff on everything”!!!!
Thanks John. Just don't mix them up, cause linseed oil wouldn't be TOO good on Chicken. 😎🎸
@@SouthernFireGuitars Have you tried it?
@@geoffpoole483 NO. lol