God bless the writers of science magazines back in the 1960's.  Everyone wanted to be a rock star, so they found innovative ways to make the instruments!

We have archived these vintage 2x4 bass plans in a downloadable PDF file for you to print out and attempt. 

If you build one, post pictures below!

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What does it sound like? Do you have any sound files?

pdf file download is broken.

try this version.. https://cigarboxnation.com/forum/topics/fun-with-a-2x4-bass-build-y...

its got a slightly different URL and the download worked for me a minute ago. will attach a copy in case it still doesnt work. 2x4bass.pdf

Got it. Thanks.

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