The Cigar Box Guitar Builder Podcast

The Cigar Box Guitar Builder Podcast


Latest Episodes

interview with Darren Pizel
November 20, 2019

In this episode I talk with Darren Pizel about his experiences building a cbg for a worthy charity. Darren is a new builder with a huge amount of enthusiasm and a willingness to help people in need.

Ep 59 Try Something Different but be Original.
August 25, 2019

In this episode Mark and I discuss how cool it is that there are so many different builders out there doing cool things with their builds. Using ideas from a variety of other builders is a great way to develop your own style and create your own masterpie.

Ep 58 How Much is it Worth?
July 07, 2019

In this episode Mark and I (Adam) discuss why some CBGs are worth a lot of money. Some CBGs are worth well over the 1K mark and we chat about some reasons for this. Along with the usual craziness that usually happens when we talk shop, we provide a word .

No, THIS is episode 57!
June 02, 2019

Today the team is back!  Mark Wilmot and I talk about all things CBG. Which do you prefer? rod or disc piezo. bandsaw or table saw? We also discuss a great resonator uke made by builder, Mick Verco and talk about using various items as resonators on a bu.

Episode 55 Rob Wrobel
February 10, 2019

This week I have a chance to speak with Rob Wrobel from Rob's Cigar Box Guitars. We discuss his building history and what happened with Lace Pickups. Remember that this interview including Rob's explanation of what happened and my personal views are just.

Ep 54 The Little Guy and Big Business
February 05, 2019

Well obviously you would be expecting a comprehensive round up of all things NAMM. Nope:) Facebook has been burning with one topic all week, You know what it is. Big business vs the little guy. I have no idea what went on behind closed doors but I have s.

Ep 53 To Relic or Not to Relic
January 26, 2019

In this episode I speak about a recent FB conversation about relic finished guitars. The feedback regarding relic guitars was definitely not pro-relic. I however love a good relic finish guitar and also love to relic my CBGs. So without using the word re.

Episode 52 Todd Sigmier from ROCKY MOUNTAIN SLIDE COMPANY
September 02, 2018

Wow what a treat to speak with Todd 'Doc' Sigmier from Rocky Mountain Slide Company. Big thanks to Doc for being such a great guest. Really had fun with this one.  Big thanks to all our FB Group members and new subscribers to the new Youtube channel Adam

Episode 51 Blake Saban from The Urban Chiefs
August 26, 2018

This episode, I speak with Blake Saban from the band The Urban Chiefs. Blake has been playing a CBG (built by the famed Arthur Moody) for a good few years, as one of his standard stage and recording instruments. Blake and The Urban Chiefs have been relen.