JN Guitars - Cigar Box Cask-Firkin

The JN Guitars Cigar Box Cask-Firkin is a unique acoustic guitar that pays homage to the roots of the blues and the history of cigar box guitars, instruments born from the resourcefulness of musicians. With its four strings and spruce top, this model from the Cask series is designed to offer a unique and authentic sound experience.

Perfect for traveling, the Firkin is distinguished by its ace of spades-shaped rosette, a detail that adds to its visual charm while promoting a wide and dynamic sound projection.

Made with a spruce body, the Firkin benefits from a balanced tone and a clear timbre, ideal for playing blues, folk and even slide. The mahogany neck, equipped with a truss rod, guarantees stability and longevity, while the ovangkol fingerboard and bridge, decorated with ABS markers, offer a pleasant feel under the fingers.

The guitar’s 600mm scale length and small size (860mm overall length) make it easy to handle, perfect for players looking for a portable and lightweight guitar without compromising on sound quality.

With a base tuning of D-G-B-E, similar to the four treble strings of a traditional guitar, the Firkin invites sonic exploration with the possibility of other tuning configurations, such as G-D-G-B. The oil-bath tuners ensure optimum tuning stability, while the chrome buttons add an elegant finishing touch.

The inspiration behind the Cask series comes from the art of whisky aging, where each cask influences the character of the product. At JN Guitars, this idea has been transposed to the materials and design of their instruments, giving each guitar a unique character.

The Cask-Firkin, with its “Open Pore” finish and “Cask Burst” color, evokes craftsmanship and sonic authenticity. Delivered with a gig bag, it is ready to accompany you on your musical adventures, while adding an original piece to your instrument collection.