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Despite what muggles may think, most gamers have other hobbies outside of video games. And it’s a real thing of beauty when creative minds find interesting ways to blend their passions. In this case, we’re taking a look at the handy work of Jeri Ellsworth, who used her immense tech knowledge and engineering skills to build a bass guitar out of an old Commodore 64 computer. The Commodore line of computers an incredibly popular choice for families and video game enthusiasts in the 1980s, making it an especially nostalgic device for many.
To be clear, this is not just a gimmicky shape, the instrument makes use of the machine’s actual sound board, turning into a hybrid synthesizer of sorts. This clip shows her sporting her fantastic creation at an event, describing the invention and even hammering out a lick or two. Sadly, this story has a bit of a sad ending. The bass was reportedly stolen from her in 2016. It’s obviously a one-of-a-kind piece, so if you ever see it, please report it. But for now, let’s watch Jeri as she shows off her insane Commodore 64 bass.
