DIY Cigar Box Uke

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This was a bit of an experiment. Instead of using a cigar box again, I thought I'd make my own box, but I made it too large. I found the picture online and printed it to size. Over time, whatever I sprayed on top is getting dull, so I think I'll remove the picture and try again.

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I made three different CBU' at different times. Two I passed on to friends, and the one I kept is my CBU Resonator uke, concert scale and as loud as a loud thing, but as gentle as snowdrops when required! I would say it's my most played uke, of the few I own.
 
TopDog said:
I made three different CBU' at different times. Two I passed on to friends, and the one I kept is my CBU Resonator uke, concert scale and as loud as a loud thing, but as gentle as snowdrops when required! I would say it's my most played uke, of the few I own.
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The closest I came to that is converting an Enya tenor to a resonator. Interesting project.
 
You build the neck or use a cheapy uke and chop the neck? I do like this one. I have a really nice Japanese sesame oil can I want to make one out of.
 
captain-janeway said:
You build the neck or use a cheapy uke and chop the neck? I do like this one. I have a really nice Japanese sesame oil can I want to make one out of.
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I bought a block of mahogany from C. B. Gitty, or someone, and I was able to get two necks out of it. I've also used ready-made necks and fretboards. Part of the fun can be - doesn't have to be - making the neck and fretboard.
 
Jerryc41 said:
I bought a block of mahogany from C. B. Gitty, or someone, and I was able to get two necks out of it. I've also used ready-made necks and fretboards. Part of the fun can be - doesn't have to be - making the neck and fretboard.
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Nice looking neck!
 
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