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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

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Zoomy Basic Box Kit $60.00

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.

Easy Box XL Double Sided Enclosure $27.50

MGB Guitars is proud to introduce their Easy Box XL enclosure. This innovative enclosure has two sides with two distinct uses. One with a sound hole and one with Bigfoot sound hole. This box was designed and built using the same principles used in acoustic instrument construction. The box is built using purfling and braces to create an incredibly strong and rigid structure. Additional reinforcements were added to key locations to allow when securing bridges. Cover plates are available to cover the sound hole. Measuring 11 1/2 inches by 8 inches and 2 1/2 thick the box is made from thin ply with a top veneer of Sapele. This box provides a perfect canvass for creating your own piece of musical art. The photo of the box split in two is to show the placement of internal components. Roughly 11 1/2 inches by 8 inches Approximately 2 3/8 inches deep Acoustic side includes 2 5/8 inch sound hole The box head and tail are a full 5/8 thick Multiply construction with Sapele veneer .

Single Shot Template $2.00

Template is helpful for drilling mounting holes on MGB Single Shot Bridges. Made of .125 acrylic the template includes a centerline and

RTP Black and White $300.00

I saw my first cigar box guitar in 2009 and decided to build one. I do not play and knew nothing about building stringed instruments. It was a fun exercise and I was pretty happy with the results. I was quickly surprised at the positive response I received from friends and family. One thing led to another and eventually I started a little parts business focused on the needs of cbg builders. My back ground of product development and design proved useful in growing the business. As I added new items to the line, I would build an instrument to show the product in use and take photos to add the item to the web site. Over time my inventory of ready to play cbgs grew prolifically. I have well over 100 instruments that need new homes. Welcome to MGB's RTP category where you can buy a one of a kind instrument built by me. Black and White is a 3 string build using a Padron cigar box. This build featured our new Keys Easy Fretter fret board. The pickup cover and knobs are made with a composite material. This build features a Micro Pup pickup with a 500k harness. Many of the RTP builds were included in the 144 Cigar Box Guitars book. A copy of the book is included with each RTP build. A free wall bracket is also included.

Deluxe Cigar Box Guitar Gig Bag $40.00

Designed specifically with cigar box guitars in mind. Features a large pocket to hold accessories, carrying handle, backpack straps, and heavy-duty construction to ensure this bag will last. Designed specifically for cigar box guitars Fits instruments up to 34" by 10" by 3" Backpack straps & carrying handle Heavy-duty construction with thicker padding

MGB's 144 Cigar Box Guitars Booklet $20.00

Included in this book are illustrations of 144 cigar box style instruments. These are a sampling of the instruments built by MGB over the last 15 years.

Ain't Life Grand Kit $150.00

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

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4 for $4 (4 strings for $4) $4.00

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.

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3 for $3 (3 strings for $3) $3.00

All strings are packed in a corrosion resistant envelope and then packed in a reclosable 4 mil bag. MGB is pleased to provide 3 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.

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Gecko Easy Box AKA Milton $25.00

MGB Guitars is proud to introduce their Gecko Easy Box enclosure. This box was designed and built using the same principles used in acoustic instrument construction. The box is built using purfling and braces to create an incredibly strong and rigid structure. Additional reinforcements were added to key locations to allow when securing bridges. Cover plate is included. Measuring 9 3/4 inches by 7 inches and 2 1/2 thick the box is made from thin ply with a top veneer of Sapele. IT comes in two versions one is unfinished and the other has several coats of spray finish. Roughly 7 inches by 9.75 inches Approximately 2 1/2 inches deep Acoustic side includes 2 3/8 inch sound hole The box head is a full 5/8 thick Multiply construction with Sapele veneer .

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3-String XL Bridge from $10.00

Traditional 3 string bridges have a narrow 12 mm spacing between strings. This places the strings close together and can can be challenging for players with bigger hands and fingers. The new MGB XL bridge solves that problem providing a bridge with ample spacing. The spacing between strings on the new XL Bridge is 16mm (0.625", just under 5/8") with total distance from string 1 to string 3 being 32mm or 1.25 inches which works perfectly with a 1 1/2 inch neck. This bridge is a "top-loading" style, which means that the strings are fed through the back plate of the bridge, then up and over the saddles. No drilling through the instrument/box is required Each one is mounted securely by four screws, and a small hex wrench is also included for adjusting the small set screws that control string action height. The saddles can be adjusted by means of a screw at the back of the bridge to get the intonation just right, and small set screws at the front of each saddle let you set the string action height. Perfect for 3-string cigar box guitars Sturdy metal construction Chrome, Black, Gold or Antique Brass finish Individually adjustable string saddles Mounting screws and wrench included Top-loading Find XL Bridge shim HERE

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Easy Neck with Premium Fret Markers from $60.00

Quality Crafted Guitar Neck | Easy to Install 24 inch Scale Predrilled headstock with slotted nut available Perfect for boxes that are 9" long or longer Suitable for 3,4 and 5 string builds 9/16" thick headstock Nut is installed but not slotted as standard 1 3/8" width at nut 1 1/2" width at 12th fret Fretboard length is 17.5" Overhang is 1 1/8" Overall length 23 3/4" Fin or Snowflake face fret markers are included Hanger bolt and hardware included Okume construction with rosewood fingerboard Headstock tuner template is available Available with tuner holes drilled and nut filed for either 3 or 4 strings. The perfect neck for your next build. The Easy Neck is completely finished and ready to go. Simply reinforce your box and bolt the neck on. Solid Okume construction with a rosewood fret board set for 24 inch scale. The neck is meticulously sanded and the Okume portion has a spray finish. The rosewood fret board is unfinished. The Easy Neck is similar to the Super Neck and installation techniques are the same so the following video applies. Bridge placement template Watch This Video:

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Nickel Wrapped Strings .018 to .050 from $1.75

All strings are packed in a corrosion resistant envelope and then packed in a reclosable 4 mil bag. 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. For Plain Steel Strings go HERE Check out our 3 for $3 string packs HERE. Check out our 4 for $4 string packs HERE.

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Plain Steel Strings .009 to .022 from $0.75

All strings are packed in a corrosion resistant envelope and then packed in a reclosable 4 mil bag. 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. Check out our 3 for $3 string packs HERE. Check out our 4 for $4 string packs HERE.

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Slick Six - Six String Humbucker from $27.50

Six String humbucker pickup specifically designed for use in cigar box guitars & homemade instruments! The cover and frame are Rosewood. We use Alnico 5 magnets which add more focused sound and enhanced dynamics. Enamel-coated magnet wire delivers warm vintage-style tones. These pickups measure 12.1Ks. Includes wiring for split coils for those wanting to separate the coils. Black wire is hot, green/braid is ground and red/white are where the coils connect Specifically designed for cigar box guitars & homemade instruments. 10 mm or .394 inch pole spacing 2 x 3.25 overall dimension .8 inches deep Rosewood cover and trim ring No noise sound Alnico 5 magnets Rosewood Construction Included marking template Note: Also available with our push pull pot harness installed and tested. This allows you to easily move from a single coil pickup to a humbucker by simply pushing or pulling the tone knob. Soldered sealed and tested. This is our favorite setup at MGB Guitars.

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Fancy Easy Fretter Rosewood Fretboard $23.50

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.

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Spacer Plate for 6 String Bridges $2.00

This bridge riser is intended for use with 4 string hardtail bridges. This allows for furthering the height of the string on your build!

Six String Bridge | Antique Brass $17.00

6-string Antique Brass hard-tail bridge perfect for electric guitars. Top-loading. Sturdy metal construction, bright mirror-like gold finish. Mounting screws and allen wrench included. Individually adjustable string saddles allow exact intonation adjustments 6-string Antique Brass hard-tail bridge perfect for electric guitars. Top-loading. Sturdy metal construction. Chrome mounting screws and allen wrench included. Individually adjustable string saddles allow exact intonation adjustments Also available in Chrome Gold and Black finishes.

Ace of Spades Easy Box $25.00

MGB Guitars is proud to introduce their Ace of Spades Easy Box enclosure. This box was designed and built using the same principles used in acoustic instrument construction. The box is built using purfling and braces to create an incredibly strong and rigid structure. Additional reinforcements were added to key locations to allow when securing bridges. Cover plate is included. Measuring 9 3/4 inches by 7 inches and 2 1/2 thick the box is made from thin ply with a top veneer of Sapele. Roughly 7 inches by 9.75 inches Approximately 2 1/2 inches deep Acoustic side includes 2 3/8 inch sound hole The box head is a full 5/8 thick Multiply construction with Sapele veneer .

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Easy Box Trappy from $27.00

MGB Guitars is proud to introduce their Easy Box Trappy enclosure. According to Bill Jehle this shape for an instrument body dates to the early 1800s, before cigar boxes were created. This innovative trapezoidal enclosure has two sides with two distinct uses. One with a sound hole and one without. The box comes in three versions, one with no control plate opening, one with the control plate on the sound hole side and one with the control plate opening on the back. This box was designed and built using the same principles used in acoustic instrument construction. The box is built using purfling and braces to create an incredibly strong and rigid structure. Additional reinforcements were added to key locations to allow when securing bridges. Cover plates are available to cover the sound hole when it is on the back side. Measuring 12 1/2 inches long, by 4 1/2 inches at the top, by 8 inches at the bottom and 2 1/2 thick, the box is made from thin ply with a top veneer of Sapele. This box provides a perfect canvass for creating your own piece of musical art. The box head and tail are a full 5/8 thick. They are sufficiently long for almost all styles of builds.

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MGB 8 String Tenor Ukulele Bridge Placement Template $7.50

Helpful template for placing bridge in perfect alignment with the neck. • 1/8" acrylic board Watch This Video:

MGB 8 string Tenor Ukulele Kit $65.00

Minimum box length is 9 inches, box not included. Includes 8 string17 inch scale neck that is sanded and finished. Neck has hanger bolt and hardware for easy mounting on any box. Frets and fret board installed, includes slotted bone nut. Include a right and left tuner set with hardware. Rosewood bridge with bone saddle and two filler plugs. Four labeled nylon strings. Ukulele Kit Includes: Neck w/hanger bolt, reinforcement plate & hardware One right and one left tuners with hardware Set of 8 strings for ukulele, see note chart below. Rosewood bridge w/bone saddle (two filler plugs) Building this kit is very similar to all of our other ukulele kits. Please note that with 8 strings the tension is more that double that of a standard ukulele neck. Make sure to have a solid box with reinforcements as necessary. Scale length of 17 inches from inside edge of nut to center of saddle must be maintained. Our standard Tenor template will not work with this kit, use the 8 string template found here. Assembly available HERE This kit pairs well with the 9 Volt preamp (not included). Watch This Video: Watch This Video:

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Easy Neck Diatonic 24 inch Scale $45.00

Quality Crafted Guitar Neck | Easy to Install 24 inch Scale Perfect for boxes that are 9" long Suitable for 3,4 and 5 string builds 9/16" thick headstock Nut is installed but not slotted 1 3/8" width at nut 1 1/2" width at 12th fret Fretboard length is 17.5" Overhang is 1 1/8" Overall length 23 3/4" Face fret markers are included Fret board shim included Bone Nut Hanger bolt and hardware included Use 10MM socket or wrench. Okume construction with rosewood fingerboard Headstock Tuner template is available The perfect neck for your next build. The Easy Neck is completely finished and ready to go. Simply reinforce your box and bolt the neck on. Solid Okume construction with a rosewood fret board set for 24 inch scale. The neck is meticulously sanded and the Okume portion has a spray finish. The rosewood fret board is unfinished. The Easy Neck is similar to the Super Neck and installation techniques are the same so the following video applies. Bridge placement template Watch This Video:

Flush Mount Jack and Pot Template $3.00

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

Flush Mount Jack | Antique Brass $4.00

Quality guitar hardware from MGB Guitars. Chrome finish

Easy Fretter Rosewood Diatonic Pre-loaded fretboard $17.50

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.

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Tailpiece Maple or Rosewood 3 or 4 string from $3.00

Perfect for securing strings to the end of the box. Available in Rosewood or Maple Approximately 1/4 inch thick Available in 3 or 4 string Hardware included

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Atabey Six String Guitar $150.00

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

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Super Sixer bridge placement template $6.00

This template is helpful for locating the bridge when using a Super Sixer bolt on neck. Always check to confirm 25.5 inch distance from the fret side edge of the nut to front the edge of saddle.

Super Sixer Bolt on Neck $75.00

Quality Crafted Guitar Neck | Easy to Install 25.5 inch Scale Suitable for 6 string builds Head stock is pre-drilled for tuners 22 frets installed and nicely finished Truss rod installed 0.6" thick headstock 1 5/8" width at nut 2" width at 12th fret Overall length 25 3/4" Top and side fret markers are included Plastic slotted Nut Hanger bolt is installed and hardware is included 1/8 inch fret board shim is included as well as thin back angle shim Box should be 10 inches in length Maple construction with rosewood fingerboard Bridge placement template The perfect neck for your next six string build. The neck is completely finished and ready to go. Simply reinforce your box and bolt the neck on. The finger board is radiused just like high end guitar necks. Solid maple construction with a rosewood fret board set for 25.5 inch scale. The neck is meticulously sanded and the maple portion has a spray finish. The rosewood fret board is unfinished. Watch This Video:

Easy Connector from $3.00

The Easy Connector is a quick and easy way to connect electrical components without solder. Strip the wires back 1/4" then press the lever and insert the wire. There are 6 openings along the ground end for connecting all the grounds to a common. There are 4 openings along each side for splicing wires, for example connecting the the hot wire from a pickup to the hotwire on a harness. These spring style connectors provide a solid connection which provide a solid reliable connection. They are sized for 20-24 gauge wires which are commonly used on components.

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