First stringed instrument build!

Posted by Bob on April 30, 2017 at 10:54am
I of course have decided on a Bow Diddley. Trying to use what is in the shed and Found an old old box and bamboo torch. How much of the sound is transfered through the arm is my first question? Also has anyone thought of using bluetooth Technology to send the sound to a tv soundbar? Appreciate any comments! Bob

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  • Bob April 30, 2017 at 8:16pm
    Ok, made my first Bow Diddley!

    Bamboo torch arm with 5cent cigar box.
    Tunbuckle at lower end for adjusting tension.
    Stainless coat hook at top end.
    Bamboo stub shaped to fit on upper arm where bolt goes.
    Small piece of ply for bridge.

    Picture hanging braded wire for stringing.
    Clear sound.

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  • Eric Jason Eckmann April 30, 2017 at 11:35am
    Post a sound clip,please. Let us hear you diddly torch :-)
    • Bob > Eric Jason Eckmann April 30, 2017 at 12:09pm
      Have not put it together.
      Wanted to know if the bamboo will work. Lol
      I will have to drill holes for the bamboo
      And use a good glue to bond them to the box

      I was thinking of removing the cover
      and turning it over as the
      inside picture is real nice.
      Regards
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