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Kalimba Instructions?

Started this discussion. Last reply by BrianQ. Feb 2, 2021. 4 Replies

Does anyone know where I can find some instructions on how to make a kalimba?I ordered the parts that include the keys, saddle and tuning hammer (see picture).  But it didn't come with any…Continue

Who needs boxes around Charlotte NC? Pt 2

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Who needs boxes around Charlotte NC? Pt 1

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I'm moving and I don't have the space for these extra boxes. There are 19 boxes of various sizes and four metal tins. $1 a piece/OBO and you can come and get them.I'll post the rest of the pics in Pt…Continue

Piezo Disk: High Pitch Feedback

Started this discussion. Last reply by Ron "Oily" Sprague Jul 24, 2014. 15 Replies

I just installed a piezo disk into a guitar. But when I plug it into the amp I get a really high pitch whiney whistling ringing type sound.  Especially when I'm playing the high string.  And if…Continue

 

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Carl Floyd replied to Groucho's discussion Kalimba Instructions?
"Yes, the pressure of the keys will hold them. Only the metal bridge is fastened to the box. Some pics may help. kalimba kit instructions - Google Search"
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Kalimba Instructions?

Does anyone know where I can find some instructions on how to make a kalimba?I ordered the parts that include the keys, saddle and tuning hammer (see picture).  But it didn't come with any instructions.I'm not sure if I need to mount the wood pieces to the box.  Or, does the pressure of the keys homd them in place? Any help would be appreciated.  Thanks. See More
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