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Windsinger Buzzing Bow
Price:
€43.50
Windsinger Buzzing Bow — Air-Resonance Effect Instrument
The Windsinger Buzzing Bow is a sound-effect instrument that generates tone and texture through movement through air. Swing it rapidly up and down to produce rhythmic buzzing; move it in slow circles for sustained resonant tones; or execute sharp, deliberate strokes to create sharp, percussive effects reminiscent of electronic sound design. The range of acoustic results depends entirely on the speed, angle, and pattern of your hand motion.
Construction and Materials
The instrument consists of a fiberglass rod fitted with an elastic polymer band and topped with a beech wood handle. The fiberglass core provides structural flexibility and resilience, allowing the band to vibrate freely as air passes across it during movement. The beech wood handle is ergonomically shaped to sit comfortably in the hand for extended play.
At 160 grams, the instrument is light enough to move through extended playing sessions without fatigue, yet weighted sufficiently to generate clear, sustained tones. The overall length of 90 centimetres gives adequate leverage for broad, sweeping motions as well as precise, controlled gestures.
Playing Technique and Sound Character
No prior musical training is required. Hold the handle and move the instrument through the air; the elastic band vibrates against the air column, producing sound. Rapid, vigorous movements generate sharp, staccato bursts. Slow, circular motions yield continuous, meditative tones. The pitch and texture shift with the speed and angle of movement, offering a wide palette of effects within a single gesture.
The elastic polymer band is adjustable, allowing you to modify tension and therefore the tonal response. Looser settings produce deeper, more diffuse resonance; tighter settings yield brighter, more defined tones.
Applications
The instrument is suited to creative sound performance, movement-based music-making, sound meditation, and experimental music exploration. Its responsiveness to gesture makes it accessible to performers without instrumental background, while its tonal range supports both contemplative and dynamic musical contexts.
What's Included
- Windsinger Buzzing Bow, fully assembled
- Beech wood handle
- Fiberglass rod with elastic polymer band
The instrument is handmade in Germany and designed as a portable, self-contained sound tool for performers and sound explorers of any age.
Price:
€43.50
Windsinger Buzzing Bow — A revolutionary sound instrument that transforms movement into music. Shake it through the air to generate enchanting buzzing tones and captivating sound effects. Fibreglass rod (70 cm), ergonomic beech handle, adjustable elastic structure. Ideal for creative performances, sound meditation and musical exploration without prior training. Lightweight, dismantleable and made in Germany.
| Origin | Germany |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0,16 kg |
| Dimensions | 90,0 x 22,0 x 3,0 cm |
| Materials | Beech wood - PVC - Fiberglass |
Caution: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please supervise older children. Beware of swallowing small parts, strangulation, material allergies, sharp edges and points! Use only for sound generation. No liability for improper use.
Care: Extreme temperature fluctuations, humidity and direct sunlight can affect the lifespan. Please store in balanced humidity to prevent material changes, mold and corrosion. Remove dirt with a damp cloth. Dry after cleaning and each use.
Disposal: Please contact your local waste disposal authority for information on environmentally sound disposal!
Windsinger Buzzing Bow — Air-Resonance Effect Instrument
The Windsinger Buzzing Bow is a sound-effect instrument that generates tone and texture through movement through air. Swing it rapidly up and down to produce rhythmic buzzing; move it in slow circles for sustained resonant tones; or execute sharp, deliberate strokes to create sharp, percussive effects reminiscent of electronic sound design. The range of acoustic results depends entirely on the speed, angle, and pattern of your hand motion.
Construction and Materials
The instrument consists of a fiberglass rod fitted with an elastic polymer band and topped with a beech wood handle. The fiberglass core provides structural flexibility and resilience, allowing the band to vibrate freely as air passes across it during movement. The beech wood handle is ergonomically shaped to sit comfortably in the hand for extended play.
At 160 grams, the instrument is light enough to move through extended playing sessions without fatigue, yet weighted sufficiently to generate clear, sustained tones. The overall length of 90 centimetres gives adequate leverage for broad, sweeping motions as well as precise, controlled gestures.
Playing Technique and Sound Character
No prior musical training is required. Hold the handle and move the instrument through the air; the elastic band vibrates against the air column, producing sound. Rapid, vigorous movements generate sharp, staccato bursts. Slow, circular motions yield continuous, meditative tones. The pitch and texture shift with the speed and angle of movement, offering a wide palette of effects within a single gesture.
The elastic polymer band is adjustable, allowing you to modify tension and therefore the tonal response. Looser settings produce deeper, more diffuse resonance; tighter settings yield brighter, more defined tones.
Applications
The instrument is suited to creative sound performance, movement-based music-making, sound meditation, and experimental music exploration. Its responsiveness to gesture makes it accessible to performers without instrumental background, while its tonal range supports both contemplative and dynamic musical contexts.
What's Included
- Windsinger Buzzing Bow, fully assembled
- Beech wood handle
- Fiberglass rod with elastic polymer band
The instrument is handmade in Germany and designed as a portable, self-contained sound tool for performers and sound explorers of any age.
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