Testimonials

Ron with his Model J

Thanks to CB owner Stan Travis for introducing me to Chris’s work.  If not for him I might still be wandering in the wilderness completely happy with mediocrity.

It is a beautiful instrument.  The specs are exactly what I asked for and every detail of workmanship is immaculate.   The sound is just awesome with tone, balance and volume you just can’t believe and the intonation is right on.  I’ve had the privilege of playing a lot of different of high-end guitars but I can say that none have given me the pleasure and satisfaction of my “CB Model J” and it just seems to get better.  Chris said it might “open up” some more.  If it does I just might have to put a muffler on it or keep it in the case! Thank you Chris Bozung for the friendship and for the best guitar I’ve ever owned.

Pete Huttlinger with his new Model J, "The Black Swan".

Pete Huttlinger with his CB-ROM.

Pete Huttlinger

After all the shopping, after buying "the logo" and being very dissatisfied, after all the playing and comparing and after all the whining about how much really top notch guitars cost, I took the plunge and ordered one of the first Vintage Bones ever built. I'm sure Chris would call me anything but patient, but the wait was worth the reward.

My Vintage Bone is much more than I expected.  The guitar is nearly two years old now and continues to amaze me.  It stands its ground very well in the company of guitars costing twice and three times as much, and head and shoulders above most.  It has the tone, warmth and volume of an old warhorse.  The fit an finish are absolutely impeccable inside and out.  The wood selection is amazing, as is the total workmanship of this instrument.  I have another CB guitar waiting in rotation, but this wait is a little easier to handle because one CB in the hand is better than a closet full of most anything else I've ever played and trust me...I've played a whole bunch of different builder's guitars.

Chris Bozung stands equal to the very best and head and shoulders above all the rest that modern luthierie have to offer.  I'm already thinking about what CB#3 will be. There are an awful lot of repeat customers in Chris' book... and I know why!  By the way, I still look, but I don't shop any more.

Thanks Chris,

It has unbelievable tone, volume, clarity, and visual beauty. Really top-notch workmanship, and I'm proud to own and play one. I can't wait to show it off at next year's festival.

Bill Ward

Founder and Program Director, Mayville Bluegrass Festival

www.mayvillebluegrassfestival.com

www.billwardband.com

This guitar sounds great anywhere, but it really shines in a group setting.  People turn their heads when I give it the first strum.  Everyone I play with has remarked about the excellent sound and volume of my CB.  It has a percussive rhythm punch great for backup and enough cut and clarity to be heard over many other instruments when playing lead.  The great thing for me is that I can get that great sound and volume without beating the guitar to death.  This guitar plays effortlessly, which means I can keep playing for hours without becoming fatigued.  But you can still really dig into this thing and get even more volume out of it.  Every time I pick up my CB I am surprised with a new depth of sound, sweetness of tone, or volume potential.  This guitar has no limits.

Chris Bozung is really turning out some fine instruments, and I feel privileged to be playing one of his guitars.  If you are looking for a guitar that is in a class of its own in terms of tone, volume, and craftsmanship, then you will be satisfied with a new CB! 

Mark Whiting

Richmond, VA

Sincerely,

Jim Wood

I first heard of CB Guitars from a friend who saw a link in one of his outdoorsman's magazines. Naturally curious, yet skeptical, I visited his website. Let me say that it alone, by Webmaster (and I do mean master!) Boge Quinn is enough to set any picker's heart a'racing!

I decided to take the leap and comfort myself for my upcoming 60th birthday by having Chris build me a CB Super to fill the void left by a J-200 I had previously traded for having the late-60s "pencil neck" found in too many of their acoustics back then.

I spoke with Chris on the phone repeatedly, giving him details about the bells and whistles I wanted and the special custom "vanity" trim I hoped for. He was without exception gracious and helpful. In fact, when a family emergency interrupted his building, his webmaster and friend Boge Quinn contacted me personally to keep me updated--on all fronts.

"Rosebud" was a marvel when I unboxed her, but in the intervening months she has gotten even more robust yet mellow, like velvet bells, like a thunderstorm held in my lap.

Chris Bozung and his instruments are a tonic for those in these times who might get to feeling like integrity and business cannot coexist, because they surely do in a place called Fairview, Tennessee.

I believe Chris's hands are themselves instruments of a much greater power, and I hope to get down there one day, Rosebud and I, to let Chris and his friends pick circles around me while I sit there grinning like a possum!

But don't just take my word--find a CB instrument, play it, listen to it, check the price and then see if you can resist owning at least one.

Oh, yes, if you want to see some really tasty shots of Rosebud herself, click here!

Dan Pease

"The Guitar Geezer"

Iowa Falls, IA

November 27, 2004

Hi everybody! It’s funny how many repeat customers CB guitars has. Only a few of them are on this page. Well, here’s one more to add to the list (this is my third CB Guitar)!  I am thrilled to tell you all how proud I am to say that I have the guitar of my life. My beautiful, personally customized “CB Super Cutaway ”.

What a work of art this monster is! Chris is making the rest of the luthiers jealous of his great options at such a sweet price. It’s not easy to find hand builders who don’t go crazy on option prices. But Chris still does his rose inlays for no extra charge and throws in sunbursts for no extra charge. Check out others and you’ll be surprised how much they like to get you for say an Adirondack top or a Style 42 abalone trim. And the guitar itself is better in sound and durability than anything I’ve seen. He says “They’re built for the long haul”. And you can tell it when you pick one up. It just feels like you know it’s going to be in the family for not just years but generations. That’s what I plan for this one. My son’s son will be playing this CB.

The reason I’m writing this for everybody is basically because I love guys who still do it the old fashioned way – with love and respect to their craft. That’s what this country should be all about. We would be stronger and we wouldn’t go elsewhere to find it.

Thanks, Chris, for your old-time beliefs in excellence and your honesty and fairness. God bless your wonderful family. With all your friends I wish the best for you always!

Jacksonville, FL