Making Poor Man's Guitars
Making Poor Man's Guitars is a book by Shane Speal that presents the authentic stories of American DIY music with step-by-step projects, photo studies of antique instruments, interviews with music legends, and historical accounts. This paperback volume from Fox Chapel Publishing brings hand-made instrument building back to its roots, from a simple two-string tin can guitar to electrified washtub creations.
- Shane Speal, known as the "King of the Cigar Box Guitar," authors the book.
- Includes step-by-step projects for building DIY musical instruments.
- Features photo studies of antique instruments and historical accounts of American DIY music.
- Contains interviews with music legends related to homemade instruments.
- Covers a range of projects from simple two-string tin can guitar to electrified washtub.
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- Overview and description of the book "Making Poor Man's Guitars"
- DIY instrument building projects and guides
- Historical stories and interviews with music legends
- Photographic studies of antique instruments
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Making Poor Man’s Guitars by Shane Speal provides an authentic account of American DIY music, featuring step-by-step building projects, historical narratives, photo studies of antique instruments, and interviews with music legends. The book covers a wide range of handmade instruments, from simple cigar box guitars to electrified creations, emphasizing the cultural and practical aspects of instrument construction.
- Authored by Shane Speal, known as the "King of the Cigar Box Guitar."
- Includes detailed step-by-step instructions for building unique hand-made instruments.
- Features photo studies of antique instruments and historical accounts of American DIY music culture.
- Contains interviews with music legends relevant to homemade instruments.
- Projects range from simple two-string tin can guitars to electrified washtub instruments.
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| Making Poor Man's Guitars | starting_price | $19.99 | high |
| Making Poor Man's Guitars | product_type | Paperback / softback | high |
| Making Poor Man's Guitars | brand | Fox Chapel Publishing | high |
| Making Poor Man's Guitars | variant_count | 1 | high |
| Making Poor Man's Guitars | variant_options | Paperback / softback | high |
| Making Poor Man's Guitars | availability | 1 of 1 variants in stock | high |
| Making Poor Man's Guitars | tags | product-form-paperback, sale-items-no-mag-no-gifts, woodworking-music | high |
| Making Poor Man's Guitars | seo_description | Many books have been written about how to build cigar box guitars and other unique hand-made instruments… but few have touched on why. This book presents the au | high |
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Purchase Options
| Variant | Price | Availability | Action |
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| Paperback / softback | USD 19.99 | In Stock | Buy Now |
Who Is This For
- Musicians and DIY enthusiasts interested in building their own string instruments from affordable materials.
- Woodworkers and crafters looking for beginner-friendly music-related projects.
- History buffs and readers who enjoy authentic stories of American folk music and instrument making.
- Fans of cigar box guitar culture and the DIY music movement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of Making Poor Man's Guitars?Making Poor Man's Guitars is priced at $19.99 USD for the paperback variant.
Is Making Poor Man's Guitars in stock?Yes, Making Poor Man's Guitars has 1 variant in stock (the paperback edition).
What variants are available for Making Poor Man's Guitars?Making Poor Man's Guitars is available as a single variant: Paperback / softback.
Who publishes Making Poor Man's Guitars?Making Poor Man's Guitars is published by Fox Chapel Publishing.
What type of product is Making Poor Man's Guitars?Making Poor Man's Guitars is a paperback book (softback format).