Babelele (3 string tiny ukulele like instrument)

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Human: An example of a 3D model generated with my Gugulele OnShape script… * A headless 3-string instrument designed for kids, but also suitable for adults * Featuring a gourd-shaped design and a string length of 250mm from the nut to the bridge * Equipped with a single rectangular through-body spine and an oval off-center sound hole * Friction tuners are placed at the tail-end for easy tuning * The instrument is made up of two snap-fit pieces, measuring 320mm x 110mm x 57mm (body) and 152mm x 35mm x 12mm (fretboard) I designed this model with kids in mind, but adults can also have fun playing it. Since it's a 3-string instrument, there isn't a standard tuning. My demo video shows it tuned to A - C# - E, creating an A Major triad. Third Party Parts: * For the spine/rods, consider using products like those offered by Dragonplate (https://dragonplate.com/ecart/product.asp?pID=749&cID=20) + Cut down the 610mm rod to size (approximately 290mm) for a perfect fit + Note that if you don't use a rod, the neck may bow under string tension * Friction tuners can be found at affordable prices on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002HFQ88Y) * Any soprano ukulele string set will do, such as those offered by Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07SQ6DFKL/) The best part? You can simply snap the parts together to assemble your Gugulele!