The Cigar Box Guitar Builder Podcast
Latest Episodes
interview with Darren Pizel
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.
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?
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!
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
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
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
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
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
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.