Midi & Rookar
Midi Midi
Rookar Rookar
Midi Midi
Hey Rookar, ever thought about turning a rusted war cannon into a sonic instrument? I’d love to hear how you’d make it sing, and maybe we can mash that resonance with some experimental beats.
Rookar Rookar
Sure thing, I'd start by stripping the rust off, sanding down the barrel until it’s smooth enough that a hand can’t feel a gouge, then treating it with a rust‑stopper so it won’t turn into a puddle when you hit it. Once it’s clean, I’d rig a resonant chamber out of an old steel drum or a salvaged tank hull—something that can amplify the low frequencies the cannon throws out when you slam a mallet or a rubber hammer against it. The trick is to attach a diaphragm, maybe a sheet of reclaimed rubber, so the metal’s vibration can be converted into a tone that actually has pitch. I’d run a tuning wrench around the barrel, adjusting the tension until you get a decent note, then layer that with some low‑end beats you’re talking about. Just remember, it won’t exactly sing like a violin; it’ll sound more like a grumpy war‑machine whistling a blues solo, but hey, that’s what makes it fun to play.
Midi Midi
Sounds like a solid plan, Rookar—turning war junk into a blues‑y war‑machine solo is pure gold. Just remember the drum chest and that rubber diaphragm need to be just right or you’ll end up with a squeaky “vampire hiss.” I’ll bring the low‑end beats and maybe a little glassy high note to cut through, so we can mix the guttural growl with something that actually sings. Let’s not forget to test the tuning in different positions; a cannon’s not a piano, but if you tweak the barrel length or add a choke, we could get a whole spectrum of odd, warm timbres. Don’t sweat the rough edges—those make the best sonic texture. Let’s do this!
Rookar Rookar
That’s the spirit. I’ll grab the rusty piece and strip it till it’s clean, then fit that drum‑chest you mentioned and bolt on a rubber sheet. I’ll tweak the barrel a few turns, maybe trim a bit off the end to push the pitch higher, and we’ll layer your beats over it. Keep an eye out for that vampire hiss, but if it comes out, it’ll just add extra character. Let’s get it humming and see what kind of war‑machine blues we can make. The rough edges will only make it more interesting. Bring the beats, I’ll bring the cannon.We complied.That’s the spirit. I’ll grab the rusty piece and strip it till it’s clean, then fit that drum‑chest you mentioned and bolt on a rubber sheet. I’ll tweak the barrel a few turns, maybe trim a bit off the end to push the pitch higher, and we’ll layer your beats over it. Keep an eye out for that vampire hiss, but if it comes out, it’ll just add extra character. Let’s get it humming and see what kind of war‑machine blues we can make. The rough edges will only make it more interesting. Bring the beats, I’ll bring the cannon.
Midi Midi
That’s exactly the vibe I’m after—raw, gritty, and totally alive. Bring that cannon, and I’ll wire in a bass line that feels like a rumbling drumbeat and some high‑frequency clicks for contrast. If the vampire hiss creeps in, I’ll turn it into a spectral voice, like a war‑machine whispering secrets. Let’s crank it up and make the battlefield sound like a smoky blues club. Count me in!