Instrument Construction Archive

…an experience and perspective of progress in the building
and playing of acoustic instruments tuned in just intonation…

 

 

March 2025 — 17 Manuals and 1 Document

Bass Canon: Customized Looping Machine Manual [PDF]

 

Bass Canon and Harmonic/Melodic Canon: Soundboard Support Posts Manual [PDF]

 

Chrysalises: Stringing Manual – #1 [PDF]

 

Chrysalises: Machining Ferrules Manual – #2 [PDF]

 

Chrysalises: Machining Buttons and Color-coding Manual – #3 [PDF]

 

Chrysalises: Machining Left String Performance Markers Manual – #4 [PDF]

 

Diamond Marimbas: Resonator Channels Manual – #1 [PDF]

 

Diamond Marimbas: Foam Cutting and Installation Manual – #2 [PDF]

 

Diamond Marimbas: Cords and Knots Manual – #3 [PDF]

 

Glassdance: Components Manual #1 [PDF]

 

Glassdance: Right Angle Gearmotor and Fans Manual #2 [PDF]

 

Glassdance: Machining Tubes Manual #3 [PDF]

 

Glassdance: Making Chamois Finger Gloves Manual #4 [PDF]

 

String Winder: Operation Manual – #1 [PDF]

 

String Winder: Ball-Thrust Bearings Manual – #2 [PDF]

 

String Winder: Long Chain Tension Nut Manual – #3 [PDF]

 

String Winder: Electrical Components Manual – #4 [PDF]

 

Chrysalis I: Tuning Table and String Tension Calculations Document [PDF]

December 2025 — 65 Tools and Parts Boxes

Bass Marimba Parts [PDF]

 

Canons Tools and Parts [PDF]

 

Chrysalises Tools and Parts [PDF]

 

Diamond Marimbas Tools and Parts [PDF]

 

Flutes Tools and Parts [PDF]

 

Glassdance Tools and Parts [PDF]

 

Just Keys Tools and Parts [PDF]

 

Maintenance Tool Box [PDF]

 

String Winder Tools and Parts [PDF]

 

Tuner Box [PDF]

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