Lowebow

A "lowebow" is a variation of the cigar box guitar, created by John Lowe in the 1990s.[1] It involves one cigar box, with two wooden rods projecting from it. Each wooden rod typically holds one string each: a bass string and a standard acoustic guitar string. Variations often contain multiple strings in the treble neck similar to standard cigar box guitars.[2] This allows the player to pluck a one-string bass and a one-string guitar at the same time. Each of the two strings has its own individual electric pick-up that feeds into the amplifier. This guitar was created with the One-man band performer in mind.[3]

Notable performers

Luther Dickinson

Guitarist for the North Mississippi Allstars

Similar instruments

References

  1. ↑ "lowebow". Retrieved 30 November 2014.
  2. ↑ Lowe, Johnny. "Johnny Lowe". Retrieved 30 November 2014.
  3. ↑ Willmott, Sherman. "How Lowebow Can You Go". Memphis Flyer. Retrieved 30 November 2014.