"Thanks Roger.
I just need to get up the courage to do a short vid! Lots of real musicians here. But to help further the cause, I'll put something up soon.
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John Norris replied to Diane in Chicago's discussion The Soup/Soda/Beer Can variety: a community image bank in the group Can Jo ConsortiumJohn Norris replied to Diane in Chicago's discussion The Soup/Soda/Beer Can variety: a community image bank in the group Can Jo Consortium"The wire is attached to the can bottom. I punched a hole in the can, strung the wire through, and tied it to a washer on the inside, snugged it up tight.
It sounds very metallic, but I'm thinking it may be due more to the wire than the…"
John Norris replied to Diane in Chicago's discussion The Soup/Soda/Beer Can variety: a community image bank in the group Can Jo Consortium"I was hanging out on the Diddley Bows and Other Primitives group, and thought I had something new...you all bet me too it! Currently sporting what is probably some aluminum picture hanging wire from the garage. I'll need to upgrade that at some…"
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The simplest little resonator instrument of all. Please add links to plans, photos of your canjos and ideas you've found that make the most of this diminutive instrument.(The image is a temporary placeholder, I'll replace it any day now!)See More
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"Thanks.
I funny thing was that I spent a good 20 min or so puzzling over how to attach the can to the board. I mocked up some different jigs and contraptions. Simplicity is best, in this case."
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"How do I play it? Not very well. :-)
Seriously, 'tho, thanks for the feeback, all.
Right now I hold it like a guitar and strum. The generic hardware wire I found in the garage has some kinks that tend to hit the neck and cause a nasty buzz,…"
John Norris commented on Shane's group Diddley Bows and Other Primitives"Looks like the pictures didn't take on the last post, and I can't figure out how to edit... Another try (sorry, folks)
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John Norris commented on Shane's group Diddley Bows and Other Primitives"Here's my one-string-wonder.
I wanted to do something simple and really liked the diddley bow. I thought I could up the sound a bit with a tin can. I didn't particularly like the look when folks have the sting across the base of the can,…"
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