http://www.instructables.com Mon, 28 May 2012 07:46:27 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/9-Piece-Bongo-Drum-Shell/
9 Piece Bongo Drum Shell - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQS/DBTR/H1ZG8LLT/FQSDBTRH1ZG8LLT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQS/DBTR/H1ZG8LLT/FQSDBTRH1ZG8LLT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQS/DBTR/H1ZG8LLT/FQSDBTRH1ZG8LLT.SMALL.jpg GRWS This will show you how to make a bongo drum (shell only) without a solid piece of wood. The Math We chose to use 9 pieces of wood to make the shell. The math behind this is that esentially we are trying to make a circle. There are 360 degrees in a circle. we are using 9 pieces. two of the sides o...
By: GRWS

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 14:15:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Music-Projects/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOI/XNDA/GLTXM7DM/FOIXNDAGLTXM7DM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOI/XNDA/GLTXM7DM/FOIXNDAGLTXM7DM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOI/XNDA/GLTXM7DM/FOIXNDAGLTXM7DM.SMALL.jpg zazenergy "DIY Music Projects" gives you the complete step-by-step instructions for 11 different fun music inspired projects. Make musical underwear, a musical greeting card, a sound bracelet and much more. All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by our creative community, and contain pictures f...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Apr 2011 12:12:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Music-Mods/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/F96K/GLTXM7CL/FA9F96KGLTXM7CL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/F96K/GLTXM7CL/FA9F96KGLTXM7CL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/F96K/GLTXM7CL/FA9F96KGLTXM7CL.SMALL.jpg zazenergy "Easy Music Speaker Projects" gives you the complete step-by-step instructions for 14 different easy speaker projects. Learn to make a low cost speaker array, a home sound system, build a vintage Wi-Fi internet radio and much more. All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by our creativ...
By: zazenergy

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Sep 2010 16:49:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-stereo-Installation-NO-HEAD-UNIT/
Custom stereo Installation NO HEAD UNIT - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP3/8Y02/GZXW8AJB/FP38Y02GZXW8AJB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP3/8Y02/GZXW8AJB/FP38Y02GZXW8AJB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP3/8Y02/GZXW8AJB/FP38Y02GZXW8AJB.SMALL.jpg bryanbrutherford The following is the process in which i built a custom stereo for my 1967 Citroen Ami6. Because of modifications to the car by previous owners i was able to take some liberties in the installation but i wanted the install to be largely unobtrusive on the overall appearance of the car. I have a long...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:28:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Box-with-a-Music-Lock/
Box with a Music Lock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5F/T9U0/H0FLNR8C/F5FT9U0H0FLNR8C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5F/T9U0/H0FLNR8C/F5FT9U0H0FLNR8C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5F/T9U0/H0FLNR8C/F5FT9U0H0FLNR8C.SMALL.jpg basil.shikin There are a lot of locks out there. There are locks open with a key, with a combination of digits, with various bodily parts, or with a correct geolocation. I decided to make a lock that I have not seen yet. Since I am learning to play piano an idea for this project came quite naturally. I decided t...
By: basil.shikin

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 11:53:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/All-Metal-Bolt-Earbuds/
All Metal Bolt Earbuds - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/B0WJ/H0OJ3FX8/FQ7B0WJH0OJ3FX8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/B0WJ/H0OJ3FX8/FQ7B0WJH0OJ3FX8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/B0WJ/H0OJ3FX8/FQ7B0WJH0OJ3FX8.SMALL.jpg solomonhorses Here is an Instructable on how I made a pair of Hollow Bolt Earbuds.  I call them earbolts. There is a fair amount of skill necessary with a power drill, Dremel motor tool, soldering iron, and hand tools to perform this build described. I am only describing my method of making this, which is easies...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Apr 2012 10:57:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/airmonica-a-free-air-musical-instrument/
airmonica - a free-air musical instrument - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/4APV/GZ6I5VMM/FKJ4APVGZ6I5VMM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/4APV/GZ6I5VMM/FKJ4APVGZ6I5VMM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/4APV/GZ6I5VMM/FKJ4APVGZ6I5VMM.SMALL.jpg flashular improvise + harmonize + customize The airmonica is a easy-to-learn tweakable musical instrument that you can use to perform harmonic musical ditties by accompanying a tri-tone arpeggiator. There are endless opportunities to expand the airmonica in any way that will make it your your own custom in...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Mar 2012 12:17:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Glass-guitar-slide-using-a-beer-bottle-and-a-rudim/
Glass guitar slide using a beer bottle and a rudimentary tool. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/2R8S/GZACJ2KD/FGS2R8SGZACJ2KD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/2R8S/GZACJ2KD/FGS2R8SGZACJ2KD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/2R8S/GZACJ2KD/FGS2R8SGZACJ2KD.SMALL.jpg amandaggogo Making a glass guitar slide is quick and easy when you have a handy dandy mill file, And some pizza, oh, beer too, You need that, or any glass bottle really. Supplies You need a Mill File and a glass bottle, any will do, but with beer, it makes the time pass by quicker. Also, You will need some ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Mar 2012 18:07:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bend-an-Optical-Mouse-to-hear-surface-textures/
Bend/hack an Optical Mouse to hear surface textures. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPY/L595/GZ0MM7SY/FPYL595GZ0MM7SY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPY/L595/GZ0MM7SY/FPYL595GZ0MM7SY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPY/L595/GZ0MM7SY/FPYL595GZ0MM7SY.SMALL.jpg ZVUHO You will hear a pen drawing, the newspaper, wooden planks, marble. Just move the modified mouse over it. It may prove usefull for blind people. Anything but solid colors will sound. Im working on makeing it convert uniformly colored surfaces to a musical note that tells the person how dark or brigh...
By: ZVUHO

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 Feb 2012 02:39:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Amp-Footswitch-1/
Amp Footswitch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHH/OMJB/GALHA922/FHHOMJBGALHA922.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHH/OMJB/GALHA922/FHHOMJBGALHA922.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHH/OMJB/GALHA922/FHHOMJBGALHA922.SMALL.jpg Radioactive_Legos When I play guitar, I often switch between clean and overdrive, and I sometimes need to turn chorus on and off.  The problem here is that the buttons on my amp are about 1/4" squares, smack dab in between the knobs.  When I don't want to reach down to change settings, sometimes I can manage to use m...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 Jun 2010 12:38:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Super-Bad-Rave-Mask-LED/
How to Make a Super-Bad Rave Mask (LED) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/JNZ8/GYDLTZHK/FCSJNZ8GYDLTZHK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/JNZ8/GYDLTZHK/FCSJNZ8GYDLTZHK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/JNZ8/GYDLTZHK/FCSJNZ8GYDLTZHK.SMALL.jpg gardnsound This instructable will show you the ins and outs of making a simple rave mask that is sure to impress your buddies/girlfriends. You will need: A welding mask A LED kit Solder Soldering iron Spare wire Heat shrink jackets Batteries Zip ties A switch Glue Sorry in advance for the sideways pictures....
By: gardnsound

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Feb 2012 16:29:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Copper-pipe-glockenspiel/
Copper pipe glockenspiel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/EILM/GXUZEMCG/FK2EILMGXUZEMCG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/EILM/GXUZEMCG/FK2EILMGXUZEMCG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/EILM/GXUZEMCG/FK2EILMGXUZEMCG.SMALL.jpg arpruss Build a great-sounding glockenspiel out of copper pipes!  The pipes, when correctly mounted, have a lovely bell-like tone.  This glockenspiel (a glockenspiel is like a xylophone, but with metal slats or tubes) is based on a project in this book, but with a larger range and tuning information based o...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:48:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Googly-Sound-Looking-back/
Googly Sound (Looking back!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/0KP8/GXUZMPRD/FE60KP8GXUZMPRD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/0KP8/GXUZMPRD/FE60KP8GXUZMPRD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/0KP8/GXUZMPRD/FE60KP8GXUZMPRD.SMALL.jpg bricabracwizard I saw these beautiful horns (Indian taxi horns, minus rubber bulb) at the market going for $20, I saw the chance for a new kind of sound from my iPhone!  The horns on this device look a bit like snails eyes on stalks! The box! First find yourself a nice box you want to put the electronics i...
By: bricabracwizard

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:53:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Meow-Keyboard-Output-Jack/
Meowsic Keyboard Output Jack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHG/LRVH/GXL5ONMS/FHGLRVHGXL5ONMS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHG/LRVH/GXL5ONMS/FHGLRVHGXL5ONMS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHG/LRVH/GXL5ONMS/FHGLRVHGXL5ONMS.SMALL.jpg randofo When Wilgubeast told me about the supremely annoying Meowsic Keyboard that played cat meows instead of tones, I knew I had to have one. Two days before Christmas I obsessively tracked it down to Target. I then obsessively visited five stores overrun with tumultuous hordes of holiday shoppers until I...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:10:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/MP3-Interface-for-Arduino-Cheap-and-Easy/
MP3 Interface for Arduino: Cheap and Easy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWA/LCG3/GXUZEIEY/FWALCG3GXUZEIEY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWA/LCG3/GXUZEIEY/FWALCG3GXUZEIEY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWA/LCG3/GXUZEIEY/FWALCG3GXUZEIEY.SMALL.jpg dresch I have added a follow-on to this Instructable: http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-Easy-MP3-Shield-for-Arduino/ The follow-on shows you how to design, etch and build a PCB shield to connect the MP3 to the Arduino. Replaces the analog switches with a 74HC244. SIngle layer board with large surfa...
By: dresch

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:04:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Philadelphia-Museum-of-Art-Guitar-Pick/
Philadelphia Museum of Art Guitar Pick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/P9Z8/GXQPMO72/FJBP9Z8GXQPMO72.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/P9Z8/GXQPMO72/FJBP9Z8GXQPMO72.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/P9Z8/GXQPMO72/FJBP9Z8GXQPMO72.SMALL.jpg jameso The Museum of Art is a wonderful institution in Philadelphia.  They also give you a great plastic badge as proof of your admission.  You can turn this badge, and similar badges from other museums, into picks to make some music once you leave inspired by the works of art. You leave the museum wi...
By: jameso

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:30:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Jerrycan-speakers/
Jerrycan speakers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F35/6S4P/GX5XKGYY/F356S4PGX5XKGYY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F35/6S4P/GX5XKGYY/F356S4PGX5XKGYY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F35/6S4P/GX5XKGYY/F356S4PGX5XKGYY.SMALL.jpg Samuel Bernier Jerrycans are beautiful. Their shape is functional and iconic. With the price of the fuel being so high, you can't afford to have a leak in your container. If it's the case, here is a simple idea that could interest you. Walking home a few days ago, I found an old set of speakers in my neighboor's t...
By: Samuel Bernier

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Jan 2012 11:09:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/StyloBuzz-Synthesizer/
StyloBuzz - Synthesizer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/OQ4I/GWKKMZI4/F14OQ4IGWKKMZI4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/OQ4I/GWKKMZI4/F14OQ4IGWKKMZI4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/OQ4I/GWKKMZI4/F14OQ4IGWKKMZI4.SMALL.jpg rarebeasts The StyloBuzz is a small super lofi stylus synth that allows you to play one octave of notes, you can also modify the waveform in 5 different ways using the mode control. It's really just an easy to build instrument that is lots of fun to play and can gives endless chip style sounds when you mess a...
By: rarebeasts

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Dec 2011 00:16:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Saxophone-Alchemy/
Saxophone Alchemy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/13SV/GWQVQBVV/FAE13SVGWQVQBVV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/13SV/GWQVQBVV/FAE13SVGWQVQBVV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/13SV/GWQVQBVV/FAE13SVGWQVQBVV.SMALL.jpg joechacon98 I have had an old Yamaha Saxophone for over thirteen years. It was bought a bit rough to begin with, and after years of use and abuse, it was time to give this reliable instrument some love. I have a munchkin who has been learning to play, so I figured this would make a wonderful gift. This instruc...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 11:36:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-unfathomably-simple-one-string-electric-box-gu/
The incredibly simple cardboard box electric diddley bow / cajon - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGA/WYFP/GWKKMQDO/FGAWYFPGWKKMQDO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGA/WYFP/GWKKMQDO/FGAWYFPGWKKMQDO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGA/WYFP/GWKKMQDO/FGAWYFPGWKKMQDO.SMALL.jpg offtandiscord I had an idea in my head for a simple and cheap way to tune a string using stuff lying around the workshop.  For this you will need: - A Box (small, chunky and sturdy is best) - A wooden stick of some kind (could be a mop handle, dowel, again anything sturdy) All i happened to have was some bambo...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 15:21:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Amplify-Radio/
'Amplify' : Radio Hack. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/GRHS/GVRX4XUB/FSQGRHSGVRX4XUB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/GRHS/GVRX4XUB/FSQGRHSGVRX4XUB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/GRHS/GVRX4XUB/FSQGRHSGVRX4XUB.SMALL.jpg JackGFisher ‘Amplify’ is a revolutionary device that allows you to turn your guitar amplifier, into a radio in seconds! Whether you’re a guitar nut, roadie, or just fancy a change from your typical radio to get the traffic reports, Amplify is perfect. It’s small enough to throw in your bag, and elegant in its o...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Dec 2011 19:31:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Roll-Your-Own-Bongo-Cajon/
Roll Your Own Bongo Cajon - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/WG1L/GVCPR2XG/FYNWG1LGVCPR2XG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/WG1L/GVCPR2XG/FYNWG1LGVCPR2XG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/WG1L/GVCPR2XG/FYNWG1LGVCPR2XG.SMALL.jpg pdub77 In this Instructable I will show you how to make a wooden bongo drum Ricky Ricardo (or a hippie, perhaps) would be proud to own.  All you need is some plywood and basic tools.  If you can operate a garage door opener you should be able to do this.  Gird up your loins and let's rock! (Statement conc...
By: pdub77

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Nov 2011 20:31:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Playable-Cardboard-Ukulele/
Playable Cardboard Ukulele... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/ZVF2/GUVTYHUA/FTTZVF2GUVTYHUA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/ZVF2/GUVTYHUA/FTTZVF2GUVTYHUA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/ZVF2/GUVTYHUA/FTTZVF2GUVTYHUA.SMALL.jpg eplunkett This Instructable will show you how to create a playable soprano ukulele from cardboard and items found at your local hardware store (plus some tuners and strings). A video of the cardboard uke in action can be found on YouTube. Materials... Items you need for this project: Several large shippi...
By: eplunkett

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2011 21:49:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/7FT-Gundam-Ultimate-Papercraft-1/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBW/67QZ/GUWHG82B/FBW67QZGUWHG82B.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBW/67QZ/GUWHG82B/FBW67QZGUWHG82B.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBW/67QZ/GUWHG82B/FBW67QZGUWHG82B.SMALL.jpg visualspicer After burning my 4FT Freedom Gundam papercraft in 2010 I was determined to create a bigger and better replacement. This 7FT Gundam Mk-2 papercraft became the result of my goal, made up of 1250 parts on 720 pages, for a total paper weight of 10lb (4.5kg). Using time-lapse photography, video editing ...
By: visualspicer

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2011 22:49:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/PVC-Instrument-1/
PVC Instrument - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/JXTC/GUCF4R3I/F79JXTCGUCF4R3I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/JXTC/GUCF4R3I/F79JXTCGUCF4R3I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/JXTC/GUCF4R3I/F79JXTCGUCF4R3I.SMALL.jpg tallman1996 This is a great and fun to play instrument. I will give you simple instructions to follow so that you too can build your own unique instrument. On mine, there are 3 octaves, plus an extra C. If you plan everything right, it can be easy to build. Special thanks to Snubby J who first inspired me to bu...
By: tallman1996

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 29 Oct 2011 14:28:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/More-Aesthetic-Hard-Drive-Speaker/
More Aesthetic Hard Drive Speaker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/OZ55/FQEET2JYL9C/FNGOZ55FQEET2JYL9C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/OZ55/FQEET2JYL9C/FNGOZ55FQEET2JYL9C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/OZ55/FQEET2JYL9C/FNGOZ55FQEET2JYL9C.SMALL.jpg leevonk A way to make a speaker out of a hard drive that actually looks really elegant. Video included. I think the original 'hard drive speaker' idea came from Afrotech a couple years ago:http://www.afrotechmods.com/cheap/hdspeakers/hdspeakers.htm Open the Hard Drive If your hard drive is held together...
By: leevonk

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2006 10:00:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-a-Strum-Stick-Musical-Instrument/
How to Build a Strum-Stick Musical Instrument - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQZ/COZE/GTUGNOPP/FQZCOZEGTUGNOPP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQZ/COZE/GTUGNOPP/FQZCOZEGTUGNOPP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQZ/COZE/GTUGNOPP/FQZCOZEGTUGNOPP.SMALL.jpg evan808 Here are the complete steps toward building a 3-stringed musical instrument, taught and inspired by the Andy Mackie Music Foundation. the instrument has a dulcimer's tuning, and sounds & plays beautifully. I teach a musical instrument building class to public middle school students in the adjacent h...
By: evan808

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Oct 2011 21:10:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/EM-Tronic-Synth/
EM-Tronic Synth - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/DFSM/GTXKAOZN/F62DFSMGTXKAOZN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/DFSM/GTXKAOZN/F62DFSMGTXKAOZN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/DFSM/GTXKAOZN/F62DFSMGTXKAOZN.SMALL.jpg rarebeasts In this Instructable I will show you how to build a small handheld digital synth called the EM-Tronic. About the EM-Tronic: With the combination of pitch, speed and mode controls, giving endless combination of sounds this Synthesizer packs quite a punch for it's size. The best thing is I've include...
By: rarebeasts

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:36:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Attaching-a-Line-In-to-an-old-Philips-Radio-Casset/
Attaching a Line-In to an old Philips Radio Cassette Recorder - (model number DR193) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG6/RWLI/GTQ7F2KY/FG6RWLIGTQ7F2KY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG6/RWLI/GTQ7F2KY/FG6RWLIGTQ7F2KY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG6/RWLI/GTQ7F2KY/FG6RWLIGTQ7F2KY.SMALL.jpg ab727 This is a write up of how I attached a line in to an old radio cassette recorder. I had an old Philips Radio Cassette Recorder (model number DR193). The radio was for MW and SW frequencies. The cassette player and the radio no longer worked. The single speaker worked - this I knew only by the noise...
By: ab727

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 15 Oct 2011 10:11:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Install-LEDs-in-your-amps-footswitch/
Install LEDs in your amp's footswitch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/I94O/GD2JL25Y/FDKI94OGD2JL25Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/I94O/GD2JL25Y/FDKI94OGD2JL25Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/I94O/GD2JL25Y/FDKI94OGD2JL25Y.SMALL.jpg curbowman If you have a guitar or bass amplifier, the footswitch is a must-have addition that gives you the freedom to change channels and/or activate the effects loop without lifting your hands from the strings to push a button in your amplifier's control panel. However, most footswitches are just that. With...
By: curbowman

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Sep 2010 08:32:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Magic-Music-Table-RFID-iPod-No-menus-no-button/
Magic Music Table RFID - iPod: No menus, no buttons - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/2LQC/GSUT35PO/F1L2LQCGSUT35PO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/2LQC/GSUT35PO/F1L2LQCGSUT35PO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/2LQC/GSUT35PO/F1L2LQCGSUT35PO.SMALL.jpg XenonJohn iPod playback track selection simply by putting RFID "bricks" on a table. - An iPod Touch controlled by Arduino via the serial protocol intended for use by docking stations and other peripherals. - RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) cards are embedded in small plastic blocks with album cover art...
By: XenonJohn

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Oct 2011 10:16:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Transform-an-old-laptop-into-a-MP3-player/
Transform an old laptop into a MP3 player - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/0ZMU/F54HJ2PO/F3Q0ZMUF54HJ2PO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/0ZMU/F54HJ2PO/F3Q0ZMUF54HJ2PO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/0ZMU/F54HJ2PO/F3Q0ZMUF54HJ2PO.SMALL.jpg tonypascal These instructions (my first, so be nice) show you how I transformed an old laptop with a broken screen (white strips on the screen) into a design MP3 player. Opening the laptop The first thing you'll need is a laptop. I used an old 700MHz laptop with a color screen. The screen has 2 large whit...
By: tonypascal

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 Aug 2007 17:39:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/POCKET-UKULELE-poket-uku/
POCKET UKULELE [poket-uku] - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/DMA4/GSUSE027/FEVDMA4GSUSE027.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/DMA4/GSUSE027/FEVDMA4GSUSE027.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/DMA4/GSUSE027/FEVDMA4GSUSE027.SMALL.jpg mistic How to make a stringed musical Uku that  fits in a pocket and can be played anywhere in the world..It can be made in only three days. It generates full volume using a miniature amplifier. EXPLANATION OF INNOVATION iN ORDER TO START THIS PROJECT SOME INITIAL EXPLANATION IS REQUIRED: Most string ...
By: mistic

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Sep 2011 23:08:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Stumph-Fiddle/
Stumph Fiddle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/QQS0/GSILYBKG/FCNQQS0GSILYBKG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/QQS0/GSILYBKG/FCNQQS0GSILYBKG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/QQS0/GSILYBKG/FCNQQS0GSILYBKG.SMALL.jpg knife141 I have never had any musical talent -- none, that is until one day after I received a mild electrical shock while repairing an old radio.  One minute I had no musical talent, then "ZAAAAP," suddenly I was overwhelmed with it!  Well, that's not exactly how it happened, but I did build a Stumph Fiddl...
By: knife141

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:22:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Functional-Guitar-Pick-Necklace/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRX/BF4Q/GS045MSY/FRXBF4QGS045MSY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRX/BF4Q/GS045MSY/FRXBF4QGS045MSY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRX/BF4Q/GS045MSY/FRXBF4QGS045MSY.SMALL.jpg annahowardshaw There is a lot of guitar pick jewelry, but it is generally not designed to actually ever use the pick.  Fine for a groupie, but what if you actually want to play guitar....and you misplace picks like like a crazy person who's phobia is knowing where guitar picks are? This necklace uses a large lob...
By: annahowardshaw

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Sep 2011 14:53:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-kazoo-from-a-glass-bottle/
A kazoo from a glass bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/1HNI/GS3BBJ70/FQY1HNIGS3BBJ70.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/1HNI/GS3BBJ70/FQY1HNIGS3BBJ70.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/1HNI/GS3BBJ70/FQY1HNIGS3BBJ70.SMALL.jpg jamesmcgehee Hey today we are gonna make a kazoo! The reason i decided to show this was because the kazoo is so under rated and to also spark ideas on what you might be able to make out of these few tools and supplies!! Lets get started! Supplies Needed Some very cold water A lighter and candle some metal or p...
By: jamesmcgehee

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Sep 2011 21:58:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Stereo/
Solar Stereo - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/A4QW/GS3BDI0P/FV5A4QWGS3BDI0P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/A4QW/GS3BDI0P/FV5A4QWGS3BDI0P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/A4QW/GS3BDI0P/FV5A4QWGS3BDI0P.SMALL.jpg DIY Dave This instructable shows how to make a solar stereo, an ipod amplifier that's powered by the sun. Why Solar? I decided to make a solar stereo because I needed a stereo I could use around the house without AC power. Unlike portable stereos sold in stores, this stereo never requires new batteries. T...
By: DIY Dave

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Sep 2011 07:44:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Featured-Author-Thinkenstein/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3M/K249/GQTN8MP1/F3MK249GQTN8MP1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3M/K249/GQTN8MP1/F3MK249GQTN8MP1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3M/K249/GQTN8MP1/F3MK249GQTN8MP1.SMALL.jpg wilgubeast Few of our authors are as committed to the environment and doing it oneself as Bill Birdsall. Thinkenstein, as he is known on Instructables, lives in the jungle in Puerto Rico in a home he built himself. His skills range from architecture to music, and I had the opportunity to ask him a few question...
By: wilgubeast

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Aug 2011 09:57:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-music-playing-and-reactive-nightstand-no-p/
Make a music playing and LED reactive nightstand (no programming required) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/9OMU/GR9T2DM5/F0P9OMUGR9T2DM5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/9OMU/GR9T2DM5/F0P9OMUGR9T2DM5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/9OMU/GR9T2DM5/F0P9OMUGR9T2DM5.SMALL.jpg dragonz2444 <br> Basically I'll show you how to make your own Night Stand that plays music and is reactive. You wi...
By: dragonz2444

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Aug 2011 20:55:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-CD-Wall-Clock/
Make Your Own CD Wall Clock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/QMTP/GQYGKHK7/F4TQMTPGQYGKHK7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/QMTP/GQYGKHK7/F4TQMTPGQYGKHK7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/QMTP/GQYGKHK7/F4TQMTPGQYGKHK7.SMALL.jpg DirtyMex Hey Guys this is my first instructable build, but if u have any questions comment below n ill try to answer as best i can  Items needed: Materials: 1 Craft Clock Mechanism or Old wall clock (i took mine from my mom) 17 Old CDs (i used some that was scratched) Used in layers of 5, then 4, then 8 C...
By: DirtyMex

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Aug 2011 20:18:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Guitar-Amp-power-soak/
Guitar Amp "power soak" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F42/MYLF/GQVYPU6S/F42MYLFGQVYPU6S.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F42/MYLF/GQVYPU6S/F42MYLFGQVYPU6S.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F42/MYLF/GQVYPU6S/F42MYLFGQVYPU6S.SMALL.jpg r3son8tr Guitar players generally love tube amplifiers, especially when they are driven hard to get that nice, creamy tube distortion. Problem is, the amp will be friggin LOUD - even a small 15 watt amp can be too loud in certain applications. So, how do we get that overdriven tube sound without rattling the...
By: r3son8tr

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 3 Aug 2011 12:35:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Suitcase-Picnic-Table-and-Speaker-System/
Suitcase Picnic Table and Speaker System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/DMCB/GQRBO2X4/FAVDMCBGQRBO2X4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/DMCB/GQRBO2X4/FAVDMCBGQRBO2X4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/DMCB/GQRBO2X4/FAVDMCBGQRBO2X4.SMALL.jpg Carleyy Take this suitcase on a fun picnic in the park!  Not only can you carry all your food and silverware it in -- it also doubles as a picnic table and speaker system. The speaker system is powered by the minty boost USB charger.  Plug in your ipod and listen to some sweet tunes. There are four legs t...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Jul 2011 23:24:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Music-Stand-From-Spare-Parts/
Make a Music Stand From Spare Parts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXC/05EL/GQRBO3OF/FXC05ELGQRBO3OF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXC/05EL/GQRBO3OF/FXC05ELGQRBO3OF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXC/05EL/GQRBO3OF/FXC05ELGQRBO3OF.SMALL.jpg swimray5 My girlfriend is a music major and she needed a music stand in order to practice. As it turns out, music stands aren't cheap, so I decided to build her one from some parts lying around my basement. (I did have to buy a few things). Parts and Supplies Arguably, the parts lists is a bit long, bu...
By: swimray5

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Jul 2011 19:56:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Electric-Eel-Introduction/
Electric Eel - Introduction - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/IEIU/GQKLPIYB/FDUIEIUGQKLPIYB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/IEIU/GQKLPIYB/FDUIEIUGQKLPIYB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/IEIU/GQKLPIYB/FDUIEIUGQKLPIYB.SMALL.jpg shifty Below, Arthur is playing the Electric Eel.  It's an electronic music instrument I designed to be like an acoustic instrument..  The things that  slow me down when playing most electronic instruments are having to plug into speakers and find batteries, so this instrument has its speaker and generato...
By: shifty

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2011 23:04:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pignose-7-100-External-Speaker-mod/
Pignose 7-100 External Speaker mod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTV/FFDT/GQBCJE2Q/FTVFFDTGQBCJE2Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTV/FFDT/GQBCJE2Q/FTVFFDTGQBCJE2Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTV/FFDT/GQBCJE2Q/FTVFFDTGQBCJE2Q.SMALL.jpg r3son8tr This, my first Instructable, will show you how to add an external speaker jack to the infamous Pignose 7-100 battery powered amplifier. With this mod, you can use your Pignose to drive any size speaker, even a Marshall stack! If you love the sound of your little Piggy now, just wait until you hear ...
By: r3son8tr

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 19:09:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Heart-Grenade-Earphones/
DIY Heart Grenade Earphones - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/OXQ3/GQGQGWGV/FWUOXQ3GQGQGWGV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/OXQ3/GQGQGWGV/FWUOXQ3GQGQGWGV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/OXQ3/GQGQGWGV/FWUOXQ3GQGQGWGV.SMALL.jpg CamillaLuvzMusic Ever wanted a pair of earphones with the Green Day "Heart Grenade"? Depends on whether or not you like Green Day. If you do, try this for yourself! If you don't, adapt the idea and use it for another band! With enough patience, you could probably fit a whole album cover on a pair of headphones, thou...
By: CamillaLuvzMusic

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Jul 2011 05:53:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Guitar-Pick-holder-3/
Guitar Pick holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/M9F9/GQB4XMDI/FFKM9F9GQB4XMDI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/M9F9/GQB4XMDI/FFKM9F9GQB4XMDI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/M9F9/GQB4XMDI/FFKM9F9GQB4XMDI.SMALL.jpg trustr (sorry for my bad english... i'm not a native speaker) This is my first instructable...  and I forgot to take pictures while I was doing it, but that's what Paint is for :-) soooo...   I'm going to try to show you how I made my Guitar Pick Holder for a friends birthday (last minute Present) It wi...
By: trustr

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Jul 2011 07:39:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Color-Organ-Triple-Deluxe/
LED Color Organ Triple Deluxe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/YE6D/GQ5PYPV0/FJ3YE6DGQ5PYPV0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/YE6D/GQ5PYPV0/FJ3YE6DGQ5PYPV0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/YE6D/GQ5PYPV0/FJ3YE6DGQ5PYPV0.SMALL.jpg ledartist I love lights, and I love music… Naturally a color organ is something that I always wanted to make. However the circuits are often pretty complicated, using many op amps, etc. I'm sure that many people feel the same way. Now the wait is over. If you are a bit familiar with electronics, you can buil...
By: ledartist

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Jul 2011 10:49:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Daft-Punk-Helmet-in-Progress/
Make a Daft Punk Helmet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/89CG/FUI0SND0/FRN89CGFUI0SND0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/89CG/FUI0SND0/FRN89CGFUI0SND0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/89CG/FUI0SND0/FRN89CGFUI0SND0.SMALL.jpg Ben Harden Don't even dare read this Instructable unless you have read Volpin's Daft Punk helmet tutorial first. If you're satisfied with sub-par, stay on this page. If you want perfection GO READ HIS RIGHT NOW. This instructable shows how YOU can make a Thomas Bangalter Daft Punk helmet. I watched a lot of y...
By: Ben Harden

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Apr 2009 20:12:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Acoustic-Guitar-Pickup/
Acoustic Guitar Pickup - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/MKAC/3MSEP27UDHC/F9RMKAC3MSEP27UDHC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/MKAC/3MSEP27UDHC/F9RMKAC3MSEP27UDHC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/MKAC/3MSEP27UDHC/F9RMKAC3MSEP27UDHC.SMALL.jpg adamkumpf Turn your acoustic guitar into an acoustic/electric! This is a simple and inexpensive design you can make at home to get that special one-of-a-kind sound you've been looking for. Making the Pickup Parts you will need:1. Piezo Buzzer Element2. about 1 foot of shielded audio cable3. a 1/4" audio j...
By: adamkumpf

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