My First Attempt at Making a Membrane Reed (DIY Tutorial Part I)

Here's a different type of DIY instrument...

I first saw a membrane reed several years ago and I've been curious about them ever since. Today, I'll attempt to make one from a couple pieces of PVC pipe and some plastic wrap. I had never tried to build one of these before but it seemed to work. Part II will add finger holes.

Intro - 0:00
Parts Needed - 0:25
Concept - 2:14
Build Process - 2:49
Sound & Pitch - 5:07
Final Thoughts - 5:56

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Comment by Poorness Studios on November 6, 2022 at 2:15am

Thanks Doug and AD. That's a good idea about the hose. Stay tuned...

Comment by Doug Thorsvik on November 5, 2022 at 5:00pm

Another interesting project Kale! Looking forward to see how you take it beyond one note.

Comment by A.D.EKER on November 5, 2022 at 2:52pm

Cheap and simple ,just as your vieuwers like it  ! waiting on episode (II) option 3  ad a flexeble hose  so you can swing it to create a swirling effect on the sound of the menbrane like a lesley !

Comment by Poorness Studios on November 5, 2022 at 2:10am

Just wait for part II. I should have it up soon.

Comment by Uncle John on November 4, 2022 at 2:14pm

Interesting!  

Comment by Poorness Studios on November 4, 2022 at 11:03am

I hadn't thought of that but you're absolutely correct. That would be another option. Thanks t-belly.

Comment by t-belly johnson on November 4, 2022 at 10:58am

Brilliant and simple!

I`m guessing you could add another piece of pipe to act as a slide, to extend the length of tube and change the pitch. Trombone style?

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