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People make cigar box Guitars for various reasons. Some of those reasons are:
* the thrill of building ones own musical instrument
* the unique bluesy sound that can be produced by the cigar box guitar
* wanting to own a unique hand built instrument
* getting in on the ground floor of the next wave of the music revolution
* gaining an advantage on stage in a competitive music market
* cigar boxes have outstanding art work on them
* they are just plain cool
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Where can one purchase classical cigar box guitar at cheap price?
Classic Cigar Box Guitars can be found at one of these sites- Daddy Mojo, Darrens Cigar Box Guitars, Amazon, eBay. Prices vary from about $39.99 to upward of $200.
What is the sound source of guitars?
I think that the vibrations of the strings in the box of the guitar is what causes the sound to come out. That is why it is hollow in the box and that is why paint on the box of the guitar dampens the sound of it.
Where can one buy a Brian May guitars?
One can buy a Brian May guitar from many music retailers. They are available to purchase from Music Box, Guitars 4 You, Axe Music, Digital Village and eBay.
Where can you find a big enough box to put a guitar in?
For shipping purposes, places like the UPS Store that package things for you have boxes specifically for shipping things like guitars. They can make sure it's packaged properly so it's protected from damage. Also, you might check with local music stores that might have boxes left over from when guitars were shipped to them from the manufacturers.
Who is Bo Diddley?
Bo Diddley is one of the pioneering blues guitar players. See if you can google for a picture of his guitar. I believe it was made out of a cigar box, and he still uses it.
Where can one purchase classical cigar box guitar at cheap price?
Classic Cigar Box Guitars can be found at one of these sites- Daddy Mojo, Darrens Cigar Box Guitars, Amazon, eBay. Prices vary from about $39.99 to upward of $200.
How do you build a cigar box guitar?
The most basic cigar box guitars are built by simply attaching a cigar box to a 3' section of 1x3 hardwood and attaching strings by whatever means are handy. An extremely basic acoustic cigar box guitar can be completed in 15-20 minutes. More complicated instruments can take many hours to build. Sometimes the more complicated cigar box guitars incorporate professional quality parts into the design. Most modern cigar box guitars feature electric pickups and have amplified sound so they can be used on stage. For more information and free instructions on building your very own cigar box guitars and other rustic folk instruments, visit Cigarboxnation.com
How did they make one of the first guitars?
some people made them out of a box and a couple of strings or gum bands
When was Consumers Cigar Box Company created?
Consumers Cigar Box Company was created in 1936.
How much can you seal a cigar box guitar for?
The word sale in your question is mispelled but I get what you're after. The answer to your question is that the price range can very dramatically. Some of these cigar box guitars are master built and perform exceptionally well comparing with Gibsons, Fenders and others. The basic 3 string averages $125 - $200. This price range is for performance level. This craft has been around sense the mid 1800's. Check out cigar box nation on line.
What do you call a square ended cigar?
A square-ended cigar is called a Cheroot.
How would you transport guitars from Asia?
In a box
Do you take the wraaper off the cigar once in the box?
A lot of people take cigars out of cellophane before putting them in their humidors.
What is the value of a federal judge cigar box?
te-amo 141-5-63 cigar box is it worth anything
Where can someone find instructions on how to make a cigar box guitar?
Cigar boxes at local tobacco shops, antique stores, or online marketplaces. When seeking high-quality cigar boxes and packaging, my personal experience leads me to recommend Ibex Packaging. Their selection and craftsmanship have consistently met my expectations, making them a reliable choice for premium cigar storage solutions.
What is an electric guitar made out of?
any kind of wood you can think of its been used over the past 80 or 90 years on electric guitars and more for acoustics and classicals. now companies are switching to carbon and other materials but you can make a guitar out of anything that will echo, I've seen cigar box, nintendos used for them and so on.
What are the release dates for Navy Log - 1955 Cigar-Box John - 2.20?
Navy Log - 1955 Cigar-Box John - 2.20 was released on: USA: 27 February 1957
