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Conch Shell Horn
Through the
valley, over the mountain, and across the sea, the Conch's cry echoes. To Hear Mine, Click Here!
I'm using sub-par recording
software; it
can't capture the true richness of the sound, so you'll have to make
one and hear for yourself. And make no mistake, this is LOUD, and is in
fact an approved U.S. Coast Guard noise signaling device. For pictures of my horn, click here.
Want one?
What You'll Need
~One Conch Shell If you live by the Carribean, you can find them on
beaches or dive for them. If you live on any coastline, there is
probably an analagous species you can use. For example - if you live in
Massachusetts, you can use a Whelk. If you don't have access to the
ocean, you can buy one online or at some antique stores and flea
markets. Anything from around 6" and up will be fine, size doesn't
impact loudness.
~Pick one: Hacksaw, Sawzall with metal-cutting blade, Rock, Chisel and Hammer
~Nail or Center Punch
~Sandpaper or File
~U.S. Dime
What to Do
The objective here is to end up with a hole as wide as a dime which
will be the mouthpiece on the end of the conch. This means we must
break off the tip of the conch. If you choose to use a saw, use
ventilation and be prepared to learn just how tough a conch's shell is.
If you use brute force, be careful to not take too much off. The key to
remember here is that you can always take more off, but you can't put
it back on. Over all, 1/8" to 1" of the tip will be removed.
Now, you'll notice a structure in the center of your dime-sized hole. Snap this out with a nail or center punch (1/8" to 3/4" of it may need to be removed). You'll see exactly what I mean when you do it.
Just smooth this mouthpiece with sandpaper or file, and that's it!
How to Use
If you play a brass instrument such as
the trumpet
or bugle, you're all set, it's the same thing. If you don't, find
someone who does and have them teach you how to 'buzz' your lips. If
you can't do that, it's like this: you place your top lip slightly over
your bottom lip and blow. Keep your lips fairly firm but not tight so
that they buzz. Now put your lips the hole, blow, and listen for the
echo.
Want one?
What You'll Need
~One Conch Shell If you live by the Carribean, you can find them on
beaches or dive for them. If you live on any coastline, there is
probably an analagous species you can use. For example - if you live in
Massachusetts, you can use a Whelk. If you don't have access to the
ocean, you can buy one online or at some antique stores and flea
markets. Anything from around 6" and up will be fine, size doesn't
impact loudness.~Pick one: Hacksaw, Sawzall with metal-cutting blade, Rock, Chisel and Hammer
~Nail or Center Punch
~Sandpaper or File
~U.S. Dime
What to Do
The objective here is to end up with a hole as wide as a dime which
will be the mouthpiece on the end of the conch. This means we must
break off the tip of the conch. If you choose to use a saw, use
ventilation and be prepared to learn just how tough a conch's shell is.
If you use brute force, be careful to not take too much off. The key to
remember here is that you can always take more off, but you can't put
it back on. Over all, 1/8" to 1" of the tip will be removed.Now, you'll notice a structure in the center of your dime-sized hole. Snap this out with a nail or center punch (1/8" to 3/4" of it may need to be removed). You'll see exactly what I mean when you do it.
Just smooth this mouthpiece with sandpaper or file, and that's it!
How to Use
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