New Guitar Parts

Many builders are not musicians and have limited musical skills. It is often to difficult to know exactly how to tune strings on various instruments. MGB is not a musician and created his own cheat sheet to help him with set ups. While many musicians can get pretty close with tuning a string by ear, others (like MGB) have no idea where they are on the scale. MGB quickly realized it was helpful to use the corelating frequency for tuning. The A note has  frequency of 440HZ. The Pano tuner app is very helpful, it provides the note and the frequency. The 88 keys on the piano are listed on the left, moving to the right are popular note tuning for a number of instruments.  While there are many tuning possibilities for cbgs listed are a few popular choices.

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This template is used to create and opening for our flush mount jacks. It is also helpful in locating holes for pots.

This floating Rosewood bridge allows total flexibility in bridge placement. Dimensions are 3 1/2 by 1 1/8 inches and .35 inches tall. The length of the fret wire is 2.4, Suitable for 3,4 and 6 string builds. Can be easily glued in place once optimal location is determined.

The Easy Fretter is a pre loaded and ready to go fretboard that is sized to fit the 2 inch material found at the big box stores. It is made from Rosewood.  Ultra smooth satin finished composite fretboard 25 1/2 inch scale 19 3/8 inches long 1 1/2 inches wide  .24 inch thick 13 Frets on Diatonic  Zero fret installed  Zero fret is .020 taller than other frets Rosewood string spacer included for either 3 or 4 strings Use woodworking glue to secure the fretboard to the neck. Strongly encourage using a clamping caul to help keep the neck and fret board straight. The string spacers mount at the end to keep the strings aligned. 

NEW Style Easy Fretters! The Easy Fretter is a pre loaded and ready to go fretboard that is sized to fit the 2 inch material found at the big box stores. 25 1/2 inch scale 19 3/8 inches long 1 1/2 inches wide  .24 inch thick 21 frets Face fret markers  Zero fret installed  Zero fret is .020 taller than other frets Rosewood string spacer included for either 3 or 4 strings Use woodworking glue to secure the fretboard to the neck. Strongly encourage using a clamping caul to help keep the neck and fret board straight. The string spacers mount at the end to keep the strings aligned. 

All strings are packed in a corrosion resistant envelope and then packed in a reclosable 4 mil bag. MGB is pleased to provide 4 string packs. These made in the US strings are available in several popular assortments. MGB strings are available in two styles, Plain Steel and Nickel Wound. Plain Steel strings are thinner and used in the lower positions on a instrument and create higher pitches. Nickel Wound strings are much thicker and heavier and used on the higher positions on an instrument and create lower pitches. Using a combination of different styles and diameters tuned to different pitches is the goal. The scale length of the neck is also critical a factor in selecting the correct strings. Scales lengths from 24-25.5 inches are the standard for guitars. We generally make recommendations for scale lengths in that range. If the scale length is longer or shorter, other strings may work better. Picking the right strings are a personal choice. At MGB we tend to prefer lighter strings like .013, .017 and .026 tuned to GDG. We offer an assortment of sizes in both styles. We also offer different quantities, you can buy one, three or a dozen strings. We believe our offering provides lots of options for builders. You can pick your favorite strings or do some experimentation with different strings.   MGB's CBG cheat sheet is a valuable tool for better understanding the different pitches we are referring to and can be found HERE. Having a digital caliper in your toolbox is helpful when you need to identify a string.

Template for string bridge including single coil pickup.  Chrome Finish Four string Bottom loading 7.5 K ohm rating  Hardware included  Template   

MGB presents our new Pocket Necks suitable for 3 and 4 string builds.  North American Maple Neck Satin poly finish on neck Rosewood Fretboard (no radius) 25.5 inch scale length with 22 Frets  Zero fret with bone spacer Face and side fret markers Marking templates included, router template is here. Customizable 5 1/4 by 2 3/4 inch paddle headstock Overall length 26 inches 1.4 inches wide at the nut and 1.6 at the 22nd fret  .7 inch deep pocket is recommended  Digital file of the pocket shape is available no charge

Walnut Adjustable 8 strings Compensated

Limited addition Kit includes everything needed to complete this attractive 6 string instrument. Available in chrome or black finishes.  Included are: 12.5" x 7" x 2.5" High quality Atabey white box with top of the line finish that is fully machined, reinforced and ready for assembly. The Atabey logo can be easily removed with lacquer finish remover and you can decorate the box as you like with stickers or emblems. 25.5 inch scale Super Sixer Rosewood and Maple fretted neck, predrilled for six tuners. Neck reinforcement plate is included. String slots on nut are filed but may require minimal adjustments after assembly. Powered by an MGB 8.0 Mini Box Bucker pickup. Pickup is pre-soldered to 20606 500k harness and ready for easy installation. Includes upgraded tuners, knobs, strap pins and box corners. Includes a jack plate, truss rod cover and back cover plate. Includes a 3 pack of .010 .013, .017 .026 .036  and .046 strings. Use a 7/16" socket or wrench to tighten hanger bolt and and 10 mm socket or wrench to tighten tuner ferules.  Assembly available HERE  

Quality guitar hardware from MGB Guitars. Plastic Saddle is compensated 

Build your own 50s retro cbg using the new Zoomy box from MGB. Easy to assemble and easy to add the electronics of your choice. Can be used for 3,4 or 6 string guitars. Made primarily for use with bolt on necks and works perfectly with MGB Easy Necks, Super Necks and the Super Sixer Neck. Since the box is not symmetrical around the center line, it is recommended that you use a neck template to help locate the bridge. Can also be used for a U Bass.  The tops come in five cool and colorful laminates. The Zoomy RTG comes in twos styles; blank and Hot Tuna ready. The top plate is secured to the body ring. Install the neck and electronics. Finish the back plate as needed. Secure the back plate in place. Some minor additional sanding may be required to get the back plate to fit Kit includes: Top assembly including top plate, body ring and predrilled oak neck block.  Bottom plate ready for finish Hardware and extra long 1/4 20 hanger bolt included.  If you want to take a different direction on the laminate check HERE

MGB kits are made for people with a fundamental knowledge of building stringed instruments. There are many videos available on our Youtube Channel that can provide help. We are also available by phone to help. Create you own personalized theme build by adding stickers, emblems or embellishments of your choosing. No emblems are included. Kit includes everything needed to complete this attractive 3/4 string instrument. Available with chrome, black or gold hardware.   Included are: 11 1/2” x 6" x 2 1/2" Atabey box that is fully machined and ready for assembly. Box ships with Atabey logo that can easily be removed with lacquer thinner providing a blank white canvas. 24 inch scale MGB Easy Neck  Rosewood and Okume fretted neck  with fin style face markers. The neck is predrilled for 3 or  4 tuners. Nut is pre slotted and may need adjustment. Neck reinforcement plate is included. MGB Micro Pup and cover Chrome, black or gold tuners, bridge, strap pins, Includes a chrome surface jack plate. Includes a  pack of .013, .017, .026 or .013, .017, .026 and .036 strings. Use a 7/16 inch deep well socket for the neck hanger bolt and a 10 mm socket or wrench to tighten tuner ferules.  Assembly available HERE

Build your own 50s retro cbg using the new Zoomy box from MGB. Easy to assemble and totally customizable. Can be used for 3,4 or 6 string guitars. Made primarily for use with bolt on necks and works perfectly with MGB Easy Necks, Super Necks and the Super Sixer Neck. Since the box is not symmetrical around the center line, it is recommended that you use a neck template to help locate the bridge.   Can also be used for a U Bass.  The top can be easily modified to accept your favorite pickup.  There is no limit on what can be used on the top surface; paint, stain, laminates, veneers or just about any type of art you like. Amazon sells a wide selection of colorful pick guard materials that are the perfect size. We suggest using contact cement to secure the laminate.  Secure the top plate to the body ring using the screws provided. Make sure the body is pressed into the ring well resting on the flange. Install the neck and electronics then secure the back plate in place.  Kit includes: Machined and ready to finish top and bottom pine plates.  Predrilled oak neck bolt block.  Formed and predrilled aluminum body ring. Hardware and extra long 1/4 20 hanger bolt included.  Check HERE for Zoomys that are half assembled using one of our preselected laminates.