3-String Cigar Box Guitar Kit - Complete DIY Kit (Excludes Neck)

Craft your own unique, fully playable 3-String Cigar Box Guitar with this comprehensive DIY kit! Designed for woodworkers, musicians, and DIY enthusiasts, this kit contains all the essential parts to build a Depression Era-style instrument. Simply add your own 1 x 2 x 34-inch hardwood plank for the neck, which can easily be sourced from a local hardware store.

With thousands of successful builds to its name, this kit combines vintage charm with modern precision. The detailed 26-page assembly guide makes the process straightforward, requiring only basic tools like a saw, screwdriver, and drill. Build your guitar and start strumming—free lessons are available online to help you master your new instrument.

Key Features:

• Authentic Cigar Box Body: Each kit includes a unique, high-quality cigar box, perfect for creating a resonant sound.
• Complete Hardware Kit: Includes strings, open-gear tuners, brass corners, sound hole covers, nut, bridge, and tailpiece.
• Easy Assembly: Detailed photo-filled instructions make this kit accessible for beginners and experts alike.
• Customizable Design: Add your personal touch to the neck and body for a one-of-a-kind instrument.
• Free Lessons: Access tutorials and guides at CigarBoxGuitar.com to start playing right away.

Kit Contents:

• One cigar box (styles may vary)
• Strings tailored for cigar box guitars
• Three open-gear tuners with bushings and screws
• Eight brass box corners with screws
• Four 1-inch screened brass sound hole covers
• One 1 ½-inch threaded rod for the nut
• One 1 ½-inch threaded rod for the bridge
• Brass-plated hinge tailpiece
• 26-page assembly instructions booklet

What You’ll Need (Not Included):

• Neck: A 1 x 2 x 34-inch hardwood plank (available at hardware stores).
• Tools: Saw, screwdriver, and drill.

Optional Upgrades:

• Electronics Kit: Add a pickup for amplified sound (soldering required).
• Fretting Kit: Includes fret wire and a how-to guide for advanced customization.
• No Box Option: Save $3 if you already have your own cigar box.

Specifications:

• Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
• Cigar Box Material: Paper-covered wood or hardboard for optimal resonance

Why Choose This Kit?

• Affordable & Fun: Build a unique instrument at a fraction of the cost of traditional guitars.
• Educational & Creative: Learn about guitar construction and create a playable piece of art.
• Customizable: Add your personal flair to the design for a truly unique instrument.

Build your own 3-String Cigar Box Guitar and bring the charm of Depression Era craftsmanship into your hands. Perfect as a gift or personal project, this kit is an unforgettable way to create music. Order now and start building your masterpiece!