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]

April 2025 — 64 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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