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Bass CBG
Started this discussion. Last reply by Chuck Bouwens Jul 31, 2020. 2 Replies 1 Like
After several CBG's, a CB Ukulele, a couple CB amps, and a Lap Steel I,m thinking it's time to attempt a Bass CBG. Any tips? Doing a 30" scale two string. Neck will be Maple with a oak fret board. Do…Continue
Lap steel guitar.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Chuck Bouwens Jun 5, 2020. 4 Replies 1 Like
I want to thank everyone that replied to my question concerning power for a new amp I"m planning. That project has been packed away temporarily. Talking with my grandson about a 2x4 lap steel guitar.…Continue
New amp build
Started this discussion. Last reply by Wayfinder May 16, 2020. 4 Replies 1 Like
Planning a new amp. A two speaker set up with parts from Gitty. Does anyone know if there is anything to be gained by wiring two 9 volt batteries in parallel? More amperage to drive the two speakers,…Continue
String size in relation to the note it plays
Started this discussion. Last reply by Chuck Bouwens Apr 22, 2020. 2 Replies 1 Like
I'm clueless when it comes to tuning and playing. I hope this doesn't sound like a really dumb question. If I buy strings that say GDG can these be tuned to something other than those three notes?Continue
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Ted Crocker replied to Chuck Bouwens's discussion Bass CBG
"With a two string and a maple & oak neck you should be good. You could use a traditional truss rod but it might not be necessary with 2 strings. One thing I've done is slice the neck in half and put a 3rd strip of wood down the…"
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Bass CBG
After several CBG's, a CB Ukulele, a couple CB amps, and a Lap Steel I,m thinking it's time to attempt a Bass CBG. Any tips? Doing a 30" scale two string. Neck will be Maple with a oak fret board. Do I need to worry about the neck bowing? Should I somehow reinforce the neck to prevent bowing? Recommended pickup? Appreciate any help offered.See More
Ted Crocker replied to Chuck Bouwens's discussion Lap steel guitar.
"If you like more of a mellow, deep, blues tone, mount it near the fretboard. For more of a lead twanging tone mount in by the bridge."
Chuck Bouwens replied to Chuck Bouwens's discussion Lap steel guitar.
"What's your opinion on pickup location? I got the soap bar pickup. Too many arguments as to whether it should be near the bridge, near the neck or somewhere in between
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Ted Crocker replied to Chuck Bouwens's discussion Lap steel guitar.
"Chuck, the Gitty 2X4 lap steel is a cool, simple build. A nicer piece of wood would be great. I built 'GOOSE', a serious lap steel from an awesome piece of mahogany. CLICK HERE FOR A STEP BY STEP BUILDER PROGRESS BLOG. Good…"
Chuck Bouwens posted a discussion
Lap steel guitar.
I want to thank everyone that replied to my question concerning power for a new amp I"m planning. That project has been packed away temporarily. Talking with my grandson about a 2x4 lap steel guitar. That has now become the new project. Parts are ordered, going to menards today to check out materials. With close to $80 in parts ordered from Gitty I decided it needs to be built with nicer wood than an old 2x4. Does anybody with experience building a lap steel have any hints or tips? I'll post…See More
BrianQ. replied to Chuck Bouwens's discussion New amp build
"That’s about right about the amperage, Wayfinder? Chuck, a rechargeable battery is something to think about, you can easily find lithium based batteries with higher amperage ratings. This way, you’ll go through less batteries? "
Ted Crocker replied to Chuck Bouwens's discussion New amp build
"According to OHMs Law, the total amperage will be half that of a single 9 volt battery when wired parallel. I'm not sure of the total voltage, but am inclined to think half as well. Wired in series, both will be double, but that could…"
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Ted Crocker said…
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