The Modular Fiddle is a testbed for 3D printed violins.
It's also an excellent acoustic violin.
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I am no longer updating this thing on Thingiverse!! Please get the latest project info and print files on [my website.](https://openfabpdx.com/fiddle)
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5-String, Hardanger, Viola, and more are available! Follow the link above.
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Hear the Modular Fiddle, Hovalin, and my wood violin [spliced together in one song.](https://youtu.be/0sXDPzzKffs)
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Here's a more [in-depth comparison.](https://youtu.be/8wK9HUCHBeo)
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Once you build a Modular Fiddle, you can change out any part in about ten minutes. Experiment with structures only possible using 3D printing!
- What kinds of sounds can a violin make?
- How can a violin sound different?
- How can generative design techniques improve the playability or change the sound of a violin?
- What can we do with 3D printing that hasn't been tried before?
Let's answer these questions!
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The printed parts are the Body, Neck, Pegbox, Tailpiece, and Bridge. You will need to purchase strings, tuners, and chin rest. Review in-depth BOM and assembly instructions [here.](https://openfabpdx.com/modular-fiddle/modular-fiddle-instructions)
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For more discussion and support, join the [OpenFab Violin Builder's Google Group.](https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/of-fiddles)
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Join the OpenFab Violins Discord server!
[Discord Server](https://discord.gg/QQpctC6zfb)
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