2020 - Cigar Box Guitar Builders MASTER CLASS - Part 5

[@garychancey9143]

I have all 5 video's so hopefully I'm ready. I've said it before, Del you're a wild man. I appreciate what you do. Thank you. God bless you and yours. 🎸

[@garychancey9143]

Awesome video series Del. Thank you. Now I need to get busy building.

[@HansBeeksma-c2y]

Thank you Dell. I learned a lot.

[@BobBowman962]

Great Series and definitely worthy of the title "MASTER CLASS"! Thanks for putting these together Del!

[@rickybaker7544]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, Thank you Del. (for all five episodes) X 440. I cant wait for your new hit single "Booger in my Beard" LOL.

[@thomasf69]

Thank you for these great videos and greetings from an german CBG beginner - building and playing

[@robertjones6331]

Del, I want to thank you for taking the time to do these lessons. I have made 2 so far, giving them to Great grand kids. They are just loving them And I was just checking on you to see if you were still out of your mind. Again thanks a lot

[@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar]

in order to be out of your mind .. you first need to have a mind .. right?? 🤪

[@Liesl_Cigarboxguitar]

What a wonderful Great Grandad you are ! Your Great Grandchildren are going to love these guitars . It's good to get them started young 🙂

[@JD-iu3vi]

Look ma! It's Gitty Claus!

[@ericshaffer9823]

Hohoho!

[@brianmargetts821]

That has got such deep mellow silky sound through that big amp, I presume it comes from the depth of the sound box. That is my next project and I hope I can make it sound something like that. Lovely! Brummie Bri

[@thomasd9237]

Yep, very cool 👍👍 Found boxes, have all kinds of leftover guitars stuff laying around. My last dilemma is the neck. Don't have access to table saw etc. But I AM going to figure this out !! Thank you for all the info 😀

[@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar]

there’s MANY ways to skin a cat 😀

[@sterel1002]

You teach how to be cool to the Coolness itself!!! Merci pour les vidéo mec , je pourrais bien m’en fabriquer une ou deux un jour ! Keep filming, I keep watching 😎🤙

[@NicholasColdingDK]

Well - that was different, but very funny and informative. My first cigar box guitar is under construction. Looking forward to play the instrument. I like the very simple things in life: Hey hey my my, rock'n roll will never die!

[@mikeclarke9281]

Great lesson, thank you

[@olgreybear7997]

Most excellent dude! Loved the whole series and I’m personally sure I’ll be referring back time and time again in forthcoming builds. Most useful for me I think has been the fretting as a whole topic in itself. I’m still yet to fret a guitar I build five years into building and playing!! I’m ashamed of myself. Hugely thankful to you for demystifying the process though!! Thanks a trillion, Del. You really ARE a Legend in my eyes.

[@paulbaldwin9906]

Thank you Del, watched all 5 today. Great bunch of info, the instructor is a bit of a weirdo but damn cool. Think I have a fairly good grasp if the process. Will let ya know how it comes out. Take care and thanks again.

[@markcox9339]

All five was very helpful. Thank you.

[@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar]

So glad! thank you for the feedback

[@p00x39]

Got my first neck done yesterday. Pretty good for not having any power tools other than a drill. Had to use beechwood because woods like oak and maple are expensive to come by in Germany. Today is fret day. I'll probably get the tuners installed as well. Thanks for saving me a lot of trouble s far. You've really been tackling problems with these videos that I wouldn't have thought of.

[@JoePalumbo221]

Great stuff man. A few weeks ago I stumbled upon your page....and shit now I'm in the middle of my cbg build. Lol.

[@mjrMiglanc]

Build a cigarbox guitar couple of days ago using mostly your videos and I got to say - it was the best idea I had in months :)! Building is great as fun project and I love the sound more then my own Strat!

[@BKRMON]

That was fun!

[@top_banana]

Love this series. You have inspired me to build a cigar box style guitar. I have many of your videos great work man keep it going love it.

[@sidneymitchley9827]

Can’t wait to build one just about to order it all on ebay

[@Ricblack77]

You sir have created a musical monster! Went looking for boxes yesterday and ended up with 9 on my first score. Can’t wait to start my first build!

[@moose7472]

I want to build one now. I’ve played the dulcimer for years. I not mechanically or musically talented, but I’m getting your message.

[@ericshaffer9823]

They call him Mr. Puckett. For good reason; can't decide if it looks or sounds better... Both Awesome! So many great tips but the part on intonation really put the Old Bay in the crabcakes. Invaluable reference series!

[@JonathanClark66]

Hi Dale, I have to say, I have learned so much from all you videos, so I want to say thank you brother.

[@kellyde7626]

Thanks so much for all your videos. You have a style where you come across as a sincerely likable friend...keep it up! I found myself highly anticipating each one in this series, and you definitely did not disappoint! You’ve inspired me to take up my woodworking hobby again and to start building cbg’s. I’m having a blast! Thank you!

[@andersoncostadeoliveira2541]

Thanks a bunch man! Great inspiration. Awesome woodwork and sound!

[@anthonyleigh-jones4395]

your the bomb! Nice work brother!

[@catherinedenantes4044]

Thanks for sharing a part of your knowledge with us. You inspire us, you help us to be some makers. Your videos are so funny and so instructive. We ain't got people like you in France, and it's really missing.

[@squaredtony]

Excellent series, Del. Many thanks and well wishes!

[@rwf71]

I dug the whole series Del , Thanks. This final installment was Great ! Nice build , great playing & mini lesson all topped off with the bugger vac ! That's a tip I can use !!

[@robdisco2657]

Nice build and sounds awesome. That box was a real find!

[@danafizer5451]

You’re hilarious man! Thanks for these vids, gonna give it a shot 🤟🏻

[@bobjohnston4325]

Great set of lessons Del. I always learn something new every time I watch any of your videos whether building or playing. I just finished #23 and still learning.

[@brianking5092]

Hey, Del. Ya got that Jr. ZZ Top thing going on yer face. Nice build. Rock on!

[@webingerphoto49]

Del...Thank you for this CBG Build Master Class! Best ever class!

[@Heather22056]

Enjoyed the time that you took to make a great video 👍

[@TonyBrown-lf5nj]

Now that's good suction lol awesome sound .

[@domovoimusic]

Great job! Great series! Now I'm working on a semihollow slide guitar, but after seeing this Master Class, next project will be a cigar box! Thanks!!

[@faramoftae]

Fantastic series. Many thanks. Been drawing up plans for my own and even thinking about a 2 string bass, a harp and a double neck. Will post you when I do. Again, my thanks!

[@stephpicher]

Awesome series! ❤️ I’ve been giving myself all kinds of reasons not to build my CBG and now I think I have no choice but to go ahead and do it.

[@sciexp]

You remind me to 🎅 ... And these 🕶️, so cool man.. I will have a look at these videos... Thanks for sharing them...

[@richbutters2106]

Hi del. Great set of tutorials. Please keep up the great work mate. Thank you

[@1deplatt]

That’s a great looking guitar. Beautiful

[@wildbanjoman99]

I have a nice partagas black and gold box. I ordered a fret saw and miter and wire. Planning on turning that box into a CBG by following your videos

[@pedraw]

Sounded fabulous through that old Fender acoustisonic amp

[@simonhopkins3867]

Thanks dood for the marvellous guitar building lessons. You really should consider becoming a teacher. Keep the faith brother 👍🏻

[@stevemitchell4163]

Well done Dell, enjoyed the series. Will help me big time in my future builds here in OZ!

[@zoksche9759]

Great guitar, like it.

[@rocketpoolpki]

awesome, I think I may have to sack the adjustable bridge and go for this style ...everyone loves a floater...magnet on a bit of string could help fish out loose debris..

[@stanlindert6332]

I’m inspired. Been working on my first build today!

[@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar]

Welcome to the machine

[@sixstring001]

Great series! Entertaining and very useful information.

[@donaldfrederick1557]

Excellent again dude!!

[@richardruark6422]

Part 1 - 5.......Perfect!

[@chrisgreenwood9654]

Love the series and has been very helpful as this is my first run. I have a rundown badly made cigarbox guitar that I have pulled apart to refurbish and fix up, neck is almost complete, with respect to pickups was thinking of putting a P90 of some sort in there, I have sourced one for about $30 (yes you get what you pay for) is there any choice of where to put it Bridge or Neck position (is one position better than the other - with normal guitars they are very different) and will the cheaper pickups suffice for these guitars.

[@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar]

i say experiment because you will learn so much valuable information… your life will never be the same

[@philipmoscatello3034]

Great videos! Thank you

[@daveylocker8]

Great series Dell! I feel like I will be able to do some cool mods to the kit I have coming from Gitty. The Chicago. I plan on adding the piezo split to the humbucker, and a couple of springs. Surprised you didn't add the springs to this one. This last one on zeroing in the intonation is probably the most important. Thank you thank you buddy!

[@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar]

Good luck David!!!

[@jackmorgan3498]

Outstanding series!

[@keithstanley2007]

Many Many Thanks Del Excellent series!!!!!

[@JohnSiedleski]

Yes I have. Fantastic videos

[@russelledwards8703]

Hey Del thank you,that was a great series and and you made it most enjoyable. Learnt a lot. Looks like there are a few fixes to my guitars on the may. Cheers Russell

[@boogieboxmusic4331]

Hi del, I’ve got all the components but haven’t got around to making one yet, but you’re videos are invaluable and I will be following your advice closely.. thank you buddy..

[@thomasjehnkins1986]

F*n great job it sounds awesome! better than my old squier rat!!! I caint wait to build one!!! Rock on Grampa!

[@7884golfguru]

Excellent as per usual 😎🍺🎶

[@davidskimin9674]

Great video as usual Del, very inspirational, I've built about 10 of these myself now but always learn something new when I watch your vids. ( I still play like sh*t though) Keep up the brilliant work, Davy.

[@richardfletcher6664]

Great series Del!👍😎

[@paintbox48]

Brilliant!

[@jerrygibson7735]

Thank you, thank you! This is a big help!

[@calebsimpson6460]

Thank you so much Del! One question, do you attach the saddle or is it just held in place by the strings? I get that you could mark it so that when you change the strings you don’t have to do that all again. So if you change strings like a lighter gauge do you then have to re-potion it? If you don’t feel like answering these questions a signed guitar would probably make up for it! Haha. Happy thanksgiving.

[@davidozab2753]

I really like the Gitty Gangster shirt!

[@robdangerfield7129]

Great vid series. I'm wondering about the 6 string pickup on a 3 string instrument. There are 3 string pickups out there, so is there an advantage in using a 6 string one instead.

[@stevemanleycbg.5232]

Massive thanks from uk del! Im on build no 6 now ! Each one gets a little easier with practice! Ive watched loads of your videos! Lots of great tips and advice in this latest series ! Realy gets the creative juices flowing . Im told that the grounding is not realy critical unless your playing near tube lights, what do you think?

[@lloyd-qt1mg]

Just love all 5 Parts! Question : Why do you show the measurements for 19 Fret spaces in your Part4 video , yet your CBG in Part 5 has 21 Frets? I'm confused .....Help!

[@LifeandLifeMoreAbundantly]

Love your videos!

[@youcursed4561]

thank you a lot!!!! YO'RE THE BEST

[@robertccole13]

2 Q's.... what tuning did you use 9n that awesome sounding guitar? and can you explain a bit more about getting intonation and how to do the harmonic? I.am.totally.noob.

[@robertccole13]

EBE (I was, apparently, impatient ;) )

[@Juampi1975]

Thank you!!! How did you fixed the bridge? Glue? Or it's fixed by the strings??

[@MonaxINNAX]

Красавчик ,Дед Мороз!

[@bradharrison5293]

I've got a couple wine boxes but these things are twice size of a cigar box.. size of the wine boxes closer to an actual guitar. Paid $4 each. Due to size and the wood being thin I'm going to have to add a little bracing and support from the neck at the space where bridge can rest. My question is would a wine box be to big. Both are close to same size. The biggest (Riunite brand) is 14.5 inches long by 12.4 inches wide by 4 inches deep. Eventually wanting to make a 3 string out of both these if they would work

[@adamfox4765]

So that a question. I've seen a lot of builders put the little nub on the bottom of the box for the strings but you use a hinge I like that idea better I think it looks cleaner. But why do others use the little nub

[@danielmaier762]

Hi. I have one question regarding the bridge: After finding the right position, how did you fix it? Or is it fixed in position by the force of the strings? Would be nice if you could give me a short answer. I love your videos. Just started to follow you and I plan to create my one CBG. But made of an metal box. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Regards from Germany. Daniel

[@robdangerfield7129]

I think he marks the bridge position, so he can put it back if it gets moved. So it must be free floating.

[@sandollor]

I need like a parts list so I can start gathering pieces. Where do you find cheap pickups, frets, strings, etc.?

[@vk3hmt1]

I learned a lot; my three string builds are nowhere near as neat... Having severe issues with intonation ~ hours of tweaking, measure and measure again. Cuss lots, take a coffee break Cuss some more and still weeks later the dang Gitty sounds balls... Cannot get that 12 th fret harmonic!! AARGH

[@berrypoortman884]

Cbg Santa Claus. Great!!!!

[@martywright1829]

Your bloody funny as lol awesome

[@martywright1829]

Santa can I please have one of those cigar box guitar for Christmas 🎄😁

[@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar]

you’re still on the naughty list...

[@brentkasl6510]

Are you concerned about the slight bow you have in this neck? Anyway to correct it?

[@Grumpy_CBG]

Thanks bloke, now how do I show ya my effort ?

[@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar]

Post a video 😀

[@geebee864]

Where are you located I need a CBG !???

[@markhoffman3100]

Can I build a cigar box? I can't find a box big enough. Any thoughts?

[@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar]

definitely!!!

[@markhoffman3100]

@@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar How and out of what wood?

[@jwwebster9292]

Del what size strings you use for ebe tuning

[@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar]

.044 .034 .026

[@jwwebster9292]

Thanks man

[@runningdogapiary5009]

You seriously have no sense...😂 Great series

[@HAZEYDAZE]

Check out my play button guitar Del ... it's the world's first . Great vids man keep them coming

[@StevenA-fp3zj]

Are you Cigar Box 3 Strings guitfiddles for sale?

[@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar]

Eventually everything will belong to somebody else...

[@joeyferguson2217]

Im only 15 and dont have the tools to make one of these how mutch do they cost to buy

[@teebee5236]

Enjoyed the heck out of this! Except the booger in the beard thing. 🤧 I was eating my sgetti dinner...🤮

[@brian2browder]

Does that chord shape work in G,D,G as well?

[@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar]

brian browder absolutely

[@annajones2165]

Thank you santa babby. I won't one to

[@daveogden772]

What is the turning on this guitar

[@daveogden772]

EBE I got it

[@boogieboxmusic4331]

Great vid del, but you are getting more and more bizarre..

[@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar]

It’s the beard... plus..I live in Portland Oregon

[@PuckettCigarBoxGuitar]

Are you comfortable with building

[@chrisbannowsky3323]

Lol my old stomping grounds. I lived across the river in Vancouver decades ago. Took some crazy to southern Indiana. Found out fast that Hoosiers have a fair amount of there own. Love the vids mister Puckett.

[@davidclink2032]

I just finished my 5th CBG. Built them for a silent auction fund raiser. They tune and have Gitty piezoelectrics. I did g,d,g and g,b,d tuning. I play 6 string but haven't quite got the deal with threes. What are closest chord shapes from 6 string and tuning to use for these 3 stringers? Also I noticed when the neck is shaved down for the lid the neck bends some. I havent done the double up you do to the part in the box.