A Closer Look at My Cigar Box Guitar
Here's some photos I snagged of my most recent build before it was donated to the local PBS station for their televised fundraising auction. I nicknamed it "Oliva."
As you can see, it's a three-stringed instrument, with volume and tone knobs connected to piezo pickups that run out to a standard 1/4 in jack on the side. It plays both acoustic and electric!
The fretboard is actually a new touch compared to previous builds. I used to paint frets onto the neck, but on this one I actually created a fretboard with a walnut stain, attached it to the neck, and then engraved the frets. The headstock also has my logo laser engraved on it.
I don't get the chance to build these very often anymore with my schedule, but when I do, it sure is fun! The guitar sold in their auction, so I hope whoever has it now enjoys making twangy blues with it.
Beautiful instrument. I'd love to hear the sound it can produce. How long did this take to make?
Thank you! Visit this previous post to hear it played: https://steemit.com/music/@mark.feuerborn/testing-a-cigar-box-guitar It took me a little under two weeks to build.
Hi @mark.feuerborn,
I just wanted to drop in and give you an encouragement upvote.
Your guitar are awesome sounding and looks really dope!
I heard about you building them from you dad (When he drop by to visit my post and replied)
Peace ✌ & 💖 love!
Hey Josh,
Thanks for stopping in and checking it out! I hear you've got a maker space where you're from - it'd be interesting to see how yours compares to the one I build these at. I appreciate the comment, I'll follow you - would love to see what you're working on there!
Sounds fun!
Nice, it has a clean sound. I'm not sure how to explain it. But very refreshing.
Cool looking guitar. How much would one of those cost?
Thanks, and I generally sell my guitars for anywhere between $150-300, it ultimately depends on how much extra custom work the client asks me to do on it.
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good work keep it up
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