Jim Dimon builds 3-string cigar box guitars by hand from real cigar boxes and maple or cherry necks. Tuned to open G, they play a chord with one finger or a slide. They're loud, simple, and a lot of fun.
Every guitar is one of a kind. When a box is gone, it's gone, but you can always reserve one like it.
You'll find Jim's table at Northeast Wine Fest, the Albion Fair, Titusville Oil Fest, Dan Rice Days and more. Musicians stop by to try the latest builds, and they often sell before the show is over.
The 2026 season sold out, so the waitlist is open. Tell Jim what you like, whether that's a Fat Bottom Betty, a Cohiba, or "surprise me", and he'll get in touch when yours is on the bench.
Small practice amps built into cigar boxes, each with a steel bar handle, a chrome grille and one knob. Pair one with your guitar and you're ready for the front porch.
A one-string electric can banjo on a real Spam can, with numbered frets. Pair it with the 48-song Song Book and anyone can play a tune on day one. Tap the numbers to hear it: