The Washtub Bass

• 8 Gallon wash tub
• Broomstick
• 18 guage copper wire
• Nail, washers, nut, and 3/16"x2" eye bolt

Instructions:

1. Sand the broomstick until it is smooth.
2. Cut a notch 1/2" deep in the bottom of the broomstick.
3. Wrap the broomstick just above the notch with adhesive tape to prevent the stick from splitting.
4. Hammer a nail in the top of the broomstick so the top end of the wire can be fastened.
5. Drill a hole for the eye bolt in the center of the tub bottom.
6. Thread on a washer, insert bolt in tub, add other washer and nut and tighten.
7. Fasten one end of the wire to the eye bolt. Put the notched stick over the rim of the tub, holding the stick straight up, and stretch the wire tight. Fasten the other end of the wire to the nail at the top of the broomstick. Cut off excess wire.

Playing the Washtub Bass:

Stand and hold the tub down with one foot. Hold the stick at the top with one hand and pluck the wire with the other hand.