Biscuit Sisters

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The biscuit sisters are two very similar instruments. Unlike the instruments for smokers and drinkers - these two are dedicated to biscuit lovers - but not withheld.

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The two were born on the computer as a 3D model. After a few design changes, it was time to get to work. The necks are made of lime wood. Very fine to work with - but a little too soft for use.

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The African walnut fingerboards are milled on the CNC machine. In case the intonation doesn't match - no, it's not the frets.

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Well, we ask you very confidentially: Ain't she sweet?
To be precise, "Ain’t they sweet?" They are identical twins and match perfectly the year this tune was written, namely 1927.
Pure DIY: Save a tin box, attach a neck to it, put on 4 strings in open G (GDGB) and just play and enjoy the sweet metallic sound. Ideal for practising at night because of their low volume, but powerful for jamming when plugged in!

unplugged

amplified

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The connection between the can and the neck is always a challenge. The piezo pickup is located on the neck extension rod.

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We quickly exchanged the friction pegs for geared ones.