The CBG Builder Podcast

Thanks for tuning in again. This week I was able to catch up with the wonderful Mike Snowden. Mike has been doing a weekly You tube show called Three String Thursday. On that show he shows off his awesome guitars and often plays very cool tunes. Pop vert to www.snowdenguitars.com to see his guitars. I hope you enjoy the show and please consider becoming a patron of the show. You are also able to h...

This episode is part of our 'business talk' episodes. After having a chat with a guitar building friend of mine who had a less than perfect experience with a customer, I thought it prudent to discuss how to positively deal with refunds and exchanges. Please take the information in the friendly way it was meant. The information contained herein is based on the refund policies from here in Australia...

Firstly, thanks for tuning in to the show. Secondly, please excuse the very ordinary recording of this episode. I am struggling with a mixture of ageing tech Vs new tech and a total lack of skill. There are some lags and drag at the very end of the show. Thank you to Joe or his patience. Having said that, what a great interview this was. Lots of fun and very informative. Joe is the owner of Clutch...

Hi it’s been a little while. This episode is in response to a customer question about how best to clean a cbg. I thought it might also be a good topic for beginner or intermediate builders as well.

We are back for 2020!  This week I am interviewing Keith Crumbly of Crumblycaster CBGs. There is no intro music this week as I have had to switch to a windows computer and I have to find a mixer as I can't use Garage Band any more. Thanks for listening. Regards Adam Harrison 

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.

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 masterpiece. However, just be sure to not copy someone's hard work exactly and pass it off as an original. CBGs can look somewhat similar at times but ther...

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 of warning about shop safety and cool tools. This weeks 'STAR GUITAR' was built by Group Member Tim Henderson.  Apologies if the sound is a bit of...

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 build. Enjoy Adam Harrison Birdwood Guitars. www.cbgemporium.com www.birdwoodguitars.com      

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 that. We don't have any input from Lace at this point. Either way Rob is certainly not letting this hold him back and he has already moved on. En...

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 some thoughts on the topic.  We also have some built tips and products to chat about from a few suppliers.  Sorry about having to record this in th...

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 relic again here is the episode; To Relic or Not to Relic:)  Remember to subscribe and join THE CIGAR BOX GUITAR BUILDER youtube channel and FB grou...

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

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 relentlessly touring for years and have released a number of fantastic CDs and just recently a live DVD which has to be seen. Having seen these guys li...

Well here we are at episode 50!!! Wow!!! Our interview with the wonderfully tallented Rob Wrobel has had to be postphoned for a couple of weeks due to an unexpected trip to Montana. I kook forward to speaking with him soon. Justin Johnson has a new Kickstarter campaign in the works so be sure to check that out. There are some great new products available from http://www.mrwsinstruments.com/ https:...

Hi CBG fiends. The CBGBuilder is back!!  We are back to the ideals and vision that made TCBGBP a worldwide success!!!!! OK thats a bit of an exageration but we are still the most CBG focussed podcast on the planet.  In this episode i got a chance to speak with Elaine Lally from an awesome, homegrown, retro inspired guitar strap company called MYMUMDRIVESAUFO.  I also yammer on about NOT fixing a b...

Do you have a brand? Share in the comments if you do. Don't forget to join the FB group too!  Adam

Hi wonderful people, I’m uploading from my phone this time so I hope this works. i’ve been setting up the shop for the last couple of weeks so I had some thoughts and wanted to share them.

In this episode Mark and I set out to talk about soldering and all the things that entailed. However we got sidetracked with other topics. As some of you may know I am about to open a bricks and mortar store in Australia that will center around my CBG builds and vintage Japanese guitars. Will it work out? I hope so!! This is a new project that I hope will be of interest and I intend to bring you g...

In this episode I speak with Scott Osborne fron Dirty Bird Guitars. Scot is an independent builder who loves Van Halen and Washburn Guitars. Definately not a bad combo!! This was a really fun interview and Scott was a fantastic guest. Check out Dirty Bird Guitars on FAcebook and don't forget to like his page.  If you know a guitar builder who you think deserves to have her, or his work promoted he...

We are back! After a break from regular broadcasts Mark and I are back to talk about all things guitar related. As usual we will be coming from a home made (hand crafted) perspective and our focus ranges from CBGs to solid body electric guitars.  On another note we say a sad goodby to Ukulele Ray, one of our previous guests. God bless and rest in piece mate. Our thoughts go out to your friends and...

It has been a while since the last episode and it is totally my fault. I've had a few issues occuring that have impacted on my ability to produce these podcasts. But I'm back and reallyb happy to be able to bring you more content. In this episode I give myself a bit of a kick in the bum for being a little snobby when it comes to tools. Really, I have no right to. I must admit that I wasn't intendi...

Sorry for the delay. Today's episode is with Greg from Brookwood Guitars. Greg is based in Victoria and builds 3 string fretless electric box guitars with stunning Australian timbers. His extensive woodworking history certainly shines in this episode, so sit back, relax and enjoy. Adam Harrison

This week we recieved our first patron. It was a huge boost for me to realise that someone out there liked the show enough to do that. So, a huge thank you. I also want to thank our subscribers, your support of the show is greatly appreciated.  Pat Keegan is a guitar builder from the South Coast of NSW in a town called Ulladulla. He builds electric guitars from reclaimed pallet timber as well as w...