In addition, other instruments used include the Spoons, which are played by smacking two spoons together, making a 'click' sound that creates tempo, and the Washboard, which the players play by using their hands or thimble to stroke the riffs on the instrument. These are used in placed of drums to produce percussion sounds. Washtub Bass is another instrument popular in Appalachian music. Also known as the gutbucket,(or in other countries the "gas-tank bass" or "laundrophone"), it is usually made from a metal wash tub, a staff or stick, and at least one string, although usually four or more strings are used. The Bass may also have tuning pegs. The Washtub Bass originated in African-Americans communities in Appalachia before being adopted by white string bands.