A music box works by rotating a metal cylinder with protruding pins that pluck the individual prongs of a steel comb. The sounds that resonate from the vibrating prongs are the notes we hear—lower ...
This DIY tutorial shows how to make your very own music box from scratch. With a few basic materials and a touch of creativity, you’ll build a beautiful, functional box that plays a charming tune.
The light twinkle of an old-fashioned cylinder music box evokes many things: nostalgia, childhood memories, sometimes even horror (they are a trope in scary movie soundtracks). Most music boxes play ...