Walking Stick One String Bass

[@nightlife9907]

So this is how you play a walking bass line?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

😆😂

[@leandro8897]

Shushsushaushuaha oh god

[@blakepoirier836]

I love that it's a walking stick, and from the looks of it, could be used as a self defense weapon if needed.

[@hajjibarbara2900]

Is that a stick bass in your pocket are you just happy to see me?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

☺️

[@thedrnkpnk]

I enjoyed watching the entire build. Thanks for showing all of us!

[@Ryder-HOK]

Very impressive, but Oops wrong channel

[@ianp4336]

lol

[@shadowchebo]

raditya rafi haahaha expected this comment, not disappointed

[@kaball6545]

Faze rug?

[@DamagedIncorporated1]

He thought this was a Davie504 video. LOL 😂

[@cobush2448]

Haha. This just made my day

[@dentonmattt]

Perfect for playing them walking baselines...

[@brananherndon6947]

Matt Denton Buh Dum crash

[@malahamavet]

Now i know what i want when i get old

[@KarolGajda]

This was cool. I liked the switch to the longer video format showing more of the build.

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+Karol Gajda Thanks. These types of videos take a lot of time to make, but they are fun.

[@whomee2]

nice project. Watching these types of videos always makes me wish I had a place to set up a workshop.

[@sozilit1119]

Same

[@paulsimmons5726]

A couple of days of planning and some simple wood working tricks and bang, a totally unique instrument for "walking bass lines!" Gotta love it!

[@sirbriantherogue6692]

Thanks for sharing the awesome creativity and unique music

[@coryrabbit]

I need this in my life.

[@joshrichard3157]

this is beyond science... great concept!

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Thanks for watching!

[@Larsanator]

Why anyone would Thumbs Down this is beyond me... Well done mate!

[@StopFear]

Better, or I guess more applicable, would have been to try to do this and see what happens with an extendable aluminum(actually I am not sure if aluminum specifically) mass produced stick. People who actually need walking stick canes like myself can’t seriously use wooden sticks since they are not good for balance.

[@davewettlaufer7885]

fun video, I surly be making one of these, however question. What kind of pickup are useing??

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

This one has a piezo rod pickup.

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Here is more information about the needed parts. circuitsandstrings.wordpress.com/2017/08/25/walking-stick-one-string-bass/

[@davewettlaufer7885]

@@CircuitsAndStrings Thanks for the help, I'll be looking up that address. 👍

[@capnskustomworks]

Excellent work, brethren!!! Love the finish, it came out just beautiful!

[@HerrGreencoat]

I think it could possibly even fit 2 strings 🤔 😊

[@Joseph-bk3hb]

That's pretty sweet man. Think you could've fit a second string on there though

[@taylorbernard545]

I think that a second string would put too much strain on the wood.

[@ersatzvitamin1]

Then the stick should be made of METAL, which is also a good choice. Think of the awesome sustain it would have!

[@RememberToLove]

This is so nice brother, you do such amazing work! Do you sell any of your instruments? If so, I'd love one like this. Also, if you do any custom orders, I wish you could make me a light electric guitar. I'm gonna be 60 this year, and it's getting too heavy for me. It either hurts my shoulder, or if I sit down, the heavy weight hurts my leg, I'm surprised they don't make lighter bass guitars for this very reason. Also, are the length measurements online somewhere, to know where to mark the frets? Also another idea I had was to try to make a walking stick one string bass with a PVC pipe. Is there any way to make it electric if it's a PVC pipe? I'm kinda handy, so I could do it with some direction. =) Thanks & kind regards to you & your dear family.

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Thanks for checking out my video and this instrument. I don’t do very many custom orders. But I did make a guide on tips and hints to make something like this. circuitsandstrings.wordpress.com/2017/08/25/walking-stick-one-string-bass/

[@TheOriginalZeppgirl]

Sounds beastly! It's definitely an instrument of its own right. I believe that in the original Road Runner (cartoon theme) a whamola was used as the bass? Greetings from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺 ✌️

[@vincev2926]

Very satisfying to watch!

[@keithhampton9700]

Im making a bass canjo/diddly bo as I type. What string size?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

For this scale length I used either a D or G string from a bass guitar set.

[@StopFear]

Another practical hint: if you make something like what’s done in the video make sure it does not look like a barrel of a gun or you might be shot by “threatened” police. This one actually looks kind of funny since it resembles the barrel of that German WW2 stationary machine gun that fired a million rounds per minute

[@darthmusturd9526]

mg38? probably wont get shot for having a walking stick though. its very easy to tell the difference between a rifle and walking stick. unless youre shouldering it and pointing it at people and screaming that youre gonna shoot them, you’ll probably be fine

[@acalderon6278]

Very cool and interesting it would be great to see a 2 string cane, maybe with an string protection cover or something and a pistol at the end

[@LeftyPencil]

Call an ambulance! but not for me

[@anaphylaxis2548]

Cool! I love the sound. True Oil is great stuff too.

[@yusuf8600]

Can you write down what materials you use?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Here is a list of materials and other helps to make this project. circuitsandstrings.wordpress.com/2017/08/25/walking-stick-one-string-bass/amp/

[@ubrdrw]

Dr. House would be delighted

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

😃

[@prayerpohlong8656]

Hey...what kind of pick up u have used?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

It is a simple rod piezo inserted into a plastic tube and soldered directly to the output jack.

[@thepandemicfiles9331]

This is dope! - C. P. Kaestner Author, Musician and Artist

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Thanks!

[@derFleder]

This is so great and really well executed! May I ask what the stuff is that you dye the wood with? Those things you cut and put into some kind of solution in a glass.

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

It is steel wool dissolved into vinegar. I thought it would make the wood a reddish brown, but it made the cherry wood very dark brown.

[@derFleder]

@@CircuitsAndStrings Although you wanted to achieve a different colour, it still looks pretty good and I am borrowing this idea if you don't mind.

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Go right ahead. Let me know how it turns out.

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Here’s a video about how to make the stain. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqKpn3WZgLqXnqM

[@derFleder]

@@CircuitsAndStrings Oh that helps. Thank you very much. I will comment as soon as I find the time to dye the new neck.

[@PorfiRioAlmazan]

Muy bien hecho Muchacho !!!!! Very very nice !!!!!!

[@gnsdrl9326]

is it okay to record with this? or do you have any tips to upgrade it for better recording quality?

[@kennethbaigent5367]

Wow...that is just awesome

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Thanks! 😊

[@murdermuseum8280]

great work!! what kind of pick up do you use?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Just a basic piezo rod embedded in a plastic tube. Then soldered directly to the 1/4” output jack.

[@RC-ht6kh]

So how did you attach piezo rod to Jack???

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

The piezo rod has two wire coming off of it. Those wires are soldered to the two lungs of the output jack.

[@butterthebean]

Very cool. What kind of saw was that you used to cut the fret slots with? I bought the thinnest scroll saw I could find and it still cuts too wide for the frets to stay in without glue. Plus it would be nice to use the cutting guide as you did to keep them straight.

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

My saw is .023” thick. This is the one I use. www.stewmac.com/Luthier_Tools/Types_of_Tools/Saws/Fret_Saw.html

[@eggaweb]

I'm in the process of building one myself, but using an axe handle. I'm naming it "The Axe". This is my first instrument build so there will be no frets. I also muck around with playing the violin and I wonder how a bow across it would sound? I reckon you could build a sweet 1 stringed electric cello! Loving your channel!

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

A one string cello would be sweet. I’d probably have to use a normal cello string instead of a bass string. Good luck with your Axe project. Make a video about it and send me a link.

[@eggaweb]

I'm concentrating on fretless bass stick for now. I'll see what bowing sounds like but I'm almost certain it won't sound too good. For my second attempt, I'll try a 1-string cello. I reckon you could do an awesome 1-string cello/double bass. Cheers.

[@kaylaroles9513]

Do you take custom orders? I am looking for an electric ukulele modeled after a stratocaster and was wondering if you could make one and if so what would the cost be?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Hi Kayla,I'm too busy right now with other projects to take custom orders. If you are looking for a Strat style electric uke, I'd look at a Risa. cargo.ukerepublic.com/product/risa-ukest432bl-solid-body-black-tenor-ukulele-w-pu Vorson also makes an electric Strat uke. (They also make Tele and Les Paul styles) www.amazon.com/Vorson-FSUK1BK-Style-Electric-Ukulele/dp/B00GXMYYF6/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1493137167&sr=1-1&keywords=vorson+electric+ukulele

[@kaylaroles9513]

Ok thanks!

[@kaylaroles9513]

CircuitsAndStrings how long do you think it will be until you are taking custom orders and what's the average pricing?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+kayla roles I'm really not sure when I could take on another custom project. I probably already have enough instrument plans to fill up the rest of the year. A custom solid body electric ukulele would start at around $400.

[@Ucceah]

rather nice build. please tell me where you got that cane handle from. i'll propably be coping that pocket hook concept for some of my instrument builds, it's ingenious! =) tone wise, it could benefit from a tone knob (47uF film cap) to dial town the tinniness.

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+Cuda FX Treeline has a nice selection. www.treelineusa.com/walking-sticks-and-canes

[@yoedy9516]

how to instal the piezo pick up

[@scott-jc5nd]

Well done!

[@idrisab399]

Any idea where he got the bass audio pickup and how he market out where to put the frets

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+plz nu The pickup is a piezo rod eBay is a good place to get them. Here are some helps and hints making fretboards. ukeland.co.uk/article/2285

[@idrisab399]

CircuitsAndStrings Thanks 😇

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

circuitsandstrings.wordpress.com/2017/08/25/walking-stick-one-string-bass/

[@Abosaharyourdj]

6:10 his start test

[@crcsoon]

Very nice Talent you have Sir. Thank you for sharing

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Thanks for watching!

[@ScrapwoodCity]

Hey, I just found your channel! Nice work man!

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+Scrap wood City Thanks. I love what you make too.

[@theclonewhopunchedadroid7501]

How did you manage to make a stick electric

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

I just added a piezo rod to the bridge tube

[@j-bird6563]

what kind of wood did you use for this build and what were the dimensions/size of the piece of wood you used before you started this build? Again "Nice Job and Craftsmanship!"

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+JD Teague Thanks. I used cherry wood. The piece of wood was 1 in thick and at least 2 in wide and 48 in long.

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

circuitsandstrings.wordpress.com/2017/08/25/walking-stick-one-string-bass/

[@mariafincham5847]

The most important detail was left out. The position and installation of the pickup!!

[@Wishbringer7]

Actually the video showed it... but it wasn't obvious. He evidently put a piezo rod pickup inside the piece of white tubing that doubled as a saddle. From there a simple wire leading to the jack is all that's required. I did notice a bit of string buzz... which can probably be corrected by placing a shim under the saddle and (possibly) raising the nut just a bit.

[@rubenacosta301]

Hola buenos días, podrías pasar medidas para poder hacer uno?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

This site has the main measurements that I used. circuitsandstrings.wordpress.com/2017/08/25/walking-stick-one-string-bass/

[@solaravus.research]

Wonderful - thank you!

[@zhulikkulik]

Not sure if putting tuning knob down there is a good decision, but that way of "strapping" the instrument is quite interesting :D

[@gulfamtabita5933]

plz make video on pick up

[@JulioMartinez-wt5fb]

Impressive! Have you considered selling these?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

I keep busy with all of the projects that I have going on. But maybe someday...

[@theclonewhopunchedadroid7501]

Have you tried to make an acoustic walking stick instrument or is that no physically possible

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

I haven’t made one myself, but I’ve seen other people do it. The important part is that the acoustic body is properly braced.

[@theclonewhopunchedadroid7501]

CircuitsAndStrings interesting, well just know if you ever make one I’ll be one of the first to watch the video

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

I hope to eventually make one. I am planning on making a walking cane one string bass sometime soon. I think I already have all the parts for it.

[@theclonewhopunchedadroid7501]

CircuitsAndStrings “oh yeah it’s all coming together”

[@rajatchakraborty6381]

please make a video for 4 string silent type bass .if possible

[@kalebs8555]

Where did you get your parts? Big pc of info needed!

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

I got the wood at a local hardwood store. The handle is from a cane supply store called Treeline. The rest of the parts were either from eBay or C. B. Gitty.

[@vernenajorgensen8683]

I really enjoyed watching the complete build. It sounds great and looks great too. What did you soak for 3 days? Another fantastic video!

[@vernenajorgensen8683]

I just read the comment below. Wow steel wool and vinegar. I would have never guessed..

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+Vernena Jorgensen Thanks for watching. :)

[@brandonburum8279]

Have you thought about an acoustic version of this? Maybe you could make a fedora that attaches and functions as a resonating chamber.

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

I’m not sure if you are joking or not, but it’s not a terrible idea. 😀

[@n0ukf]

What is the black stuff you cut and put in the jar and what is the liquid?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+n0ukf it is steel wool and vinegar.

[@gizzbeadolls3333]

Certified hood classic

[@HaleXF11]

So cool. It sounds great.

[@gulfamtabita5933]

how you make pick up

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

I put a piezo rod in the plastic tube bridge. Then soldered the piezo wires directly to the output jack.

[@bearshield7138]

very cool

[@worldrecords7969]

Awesomely Creative. Thanks

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Thanks for watching.

[@jedipunk21]

Where did you get the pickup at??

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

The pickup is a basic piezo rod from eBay. It is inserted into the tube bridge.

[@gradyshannon6579]

Is that a one string walking stick bass in your pocket or are you just happy to see me?

[@tysonbeighss]

This would be amazing for when gout strikes me

[@cristobalmejias4550]

What is the name of that object? on the brigde

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+Cristobal Mejias it is a 3/16 inch styrene tube.

[@cristobalmejias4550]

And how do you connect? Is placed next to the entrance and ready?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+Cristobal Mejias Inside the tube is a piezo rod pickup. That is soldered to the output jack. That allows it to be plugged into an amplifier.

[@cristobalmejias4550]

Could you do a tutorial? Plss

[@cristobalmejias4550]

I can buy that piezo tube?

[@michaelscortez4341]

Thats awesome 👌

[@CoralBlueNumber2Lipstick]

Whats the background song

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

It’s just one of the free songs from the KZbin audio library.

[@cortarelva]

Yes but, can it DJENT?

[@josephinealder7768]

Very beautiful 👌👍👍👍👍

[@rodv69]

Love it, it's the coolest thing I ever seen. I would love to try and make one. Do you have any free plans for it?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

I don't have plans for it. But I could post the fretboard template.

[@rodv69]

That would be great thank you so much. Where would you post the fret-board template Would you add some details like how thick of wood you used, where to buy some of the parts? Very exited to make this project. Thank you

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

I just added a post about the Walking Stick Bass to my blog: circuitsandstrings.wordpress.com/2017/08/25/walking-stick-one-string-bass/

[@koch4022]

I've NEVER Seen anything that comes close to how cool this is! I find it very strange that I want one.. I couldn't play bass with four strings, maybe one will help. Lol. Very neat.

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+Koch 40 Thanks for watching! One string is easier. :)

[@chrisbrown7175]

I'm going to try and make a 2 string guitar version of this, maybe 3 string, I don't know, if I've got room for 3 withought making it real wide then sure, but I think I'll only be able to fit 2 strings

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

I think a 2 or 3 string would be cool too. Just be careful to not put too much tension, or it may bow.

[@Flashbackjacko]

How did you make that stain? Cut up what and put it in what for 3 days?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

It is steel wool dissolved in vinegar.

[@juliansthoughts5641]

Beautiful

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Thanks for watching!

[@taylortv748]

Can you post plans on how to make this??

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+Taylor TV I might be able to post the dimensions and fretboard template.

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

circuitsandstrings.wordpress.com/2017/08/25/walking-stick-one-string-bass/

[@reubenwhettenmusic]

Put that thing on amazon! That'd be awesome!!👍🎸❤ (plus other stores)

[@extemnemoy]

how get that vibration on string? where is pick up ?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+Egemen İNAL The pickup is a piezo rod inside the white plastic tube at the bridge.

[@TomekUoo]

This is something for me :) because of the numger of strings - this thing is technically also Left Handed version.

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Thanks for checking it out.

[@excigold7711]

whoa!! 😱😱😱 super cool!! 🎸🎸🎸😎

[@thefreakofficial4396]

Any available for purchase?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

I don’t have any for sale right now. I just made one.

[@virajC1209]

DOES IT DJENT???

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Yes

[@raimissverins263]

Are you using fretwire?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+Raimis Šverins yes. I used fretwire.

[@manuelbarrosestrada4847]

do you have any plans?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

circuitsandstrings.wordpress.com/2017/08/25/walking-stick-one-string-bass/

[@pupmups-rq1cc]

bushy one string

[@judasiscariot2648]

pupmups destiny.

[@PrismCasillica]

Chicken in the corn.

[@R.F.G.412]

Very cool...i walk with a cane and would love one of these. I'm gonna have to find one for sale.

[@phant0m739]

But does it djent?

[@aWildJosh213]

cool bass! I like it!

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Thanks. I’m thinking about doing a short scale, bass uke cane sometime.

[@aWildJosh213]

@@CircuitsAndStrings that would be cool!

[@ytSuns26]

How much?

[@transcendentaltrash9113]

Taking that bass line for a walk

[@RaceFanDana]

Is it for sale?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Unfortunately, no. I only made one.

[@RaceFanDana]

Waaa : ( Very nice man. Look us up on Facebook group : Cigar Box Guitar Builders Owners and Players

[@stefanhansen5882]

Super cool!

[@cids1599]

Awesome 🌷Love the video.❤️

[@MikeHawkey]

Nice build! - Impressive how dark that ( I assume) steelo/vinegar stain goes!

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

+Mike Hawkey yes. It was darker than I thought it would be. Yep, vinegar and steel wool.

[@GOLDSMITHEXILE]

it works great, I done the same on an oak drum shell, lovely dense velvety black. It only works on wood that has a naturally high tannin content.

[@valvenator]

That is correct. It's not a stain but a chemical reaction between the tannin and the iron acetate. Though it can look horribly splotchy on woods with uneven tannin content such as maple.

[@svkscorpio]

Have 2 strings on it instead of 1 and also make that wooden stick hollow to have a more loud sound.

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

That could work. The hollow stick would have to be strong.

[@egSef]

Beautiful!!!

[@sknaht]

What kind of wood is that?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

It is cherry wood.

[@sknaht]

CircuitsAndStrings thanks for the answer! I'm going to make a similar instrument and the wood is the most confusing part of the plan. Does it have to be something special (dried specifically for music instruments or prepared in a special way) or any wood will be alright?

[@CircuitsAndStrings]

Just find a solid piece of hardwood. Cherry, maple, walnut, and mahogany are normally good.

[@sknaht]

Alright, thanks a lot!

[@leonruvalcaba1549]

Hi. I love your mallet :^)