Buy a CBG

Cigar Box Guitars for 1-Finger Cigar Box Guitar Slingers

All 2 and 3-string CBGs are not the same and some are more suitable than others for 1-finger playing. String action, tension, and spacing make a big difference in playability. My CBGs are simple and are designed to optimize ease of play. They also fit in standard ukulele gig bags so you can easily carry them with you.

There are excellent CBGs readily available from Etsy, eBay, C.B. Gitty, and other vendors, however, some may not be suited for 1-finger playing. They may excel at other musical styles and approaches to playing including slide. Some would also look amazing hanging in the den. Buyer beware!


Custom CBG’s


GD Chugger CBG:  $75 – Acoustic    $90 – Acoustic-Electric

This is the assembled version of the super easy to play 2-String GD Chugger from my Build and Play Workshops. It’s for those of you who just want to play and not be bothered with screwdrivers or drills. 

Don’t be fooled, you can make great music with just 2 strings. I do it all the time! This one is based on a current cigar box, has a 23” scale length, and flourocarbon fishing line strings. It fits in a baritone ukulele gig bag. It has a big unplugged sound. Even bigger with an Acoustic-Electric version. 



White Mac GD Chugger CBG:
$90 Acoustic-Electric

Available for sale!!!

Basically the same as the CBG pictured above, but with a Piezo pickup. 

Looks and sounds great!

Washington License Plate Chugger CBG:
$150 Acoustic-Electric

Available for sale!!!

Same details as guitars above but with a license plate on the top.

Looks and sounds great, especially when you plug it in!

Note: I have cigar boxes available, if you want a custom guitar like this with your license plate.


Romeo and Julieta GD Chugger CBG:
$75 Acoustic

Available for sale!!!

Same details as guitars above but with nickel wound guitar strings instead of flourocarbon fishing line strings.

The Edge: $75 Acoustic

Available for sale!!!

Same details as guitars above but with nickel wound guitar strings instead of flourocarbon fishing line strings.

I can build a CBG for you in short order! 

All 6 boxes pictured to the right Macanudo box are available to become guitars; just say the word. If you are looking for something else, I have many others to choose from, just ask. If you have a cigar box you want made into a guitar like this, that can work too.

Contact me here: 
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CBGslinger T-Shirts

5 CBG Slinger shirts are still available, they are $10 or $10 plus shipping if you aren’t local. They are all black 4-XL and 1-XXL).