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Scanning the World’s Greatest Violins
In between trips to archaeology digs around the world, scientist Bruno Frohlich uses 3-D imaging to uncover what makes a great stringed instrument. (3:40)
Produced by: Erica R. Hendry
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May 2010 |
By Erica R. Hendry
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Comments (3)
The quality of the sound depends on age of the woods,the glue use,the varnish (numbers of coats) and the craftsmanship of the violin. As for the repairs if there done correctly; there will not affect the instrument.
Posted by terry fuselier on November 20,2010 | 10:01 AM
Very interesting, do you think the repairs have reduced or diminished the crispness, impact or the volume of the instrument?
Posted by William Frohlich on April 27,2010 | 06:16 PM
While the 'quality' of the sound may depend on the listener, the range, or rather frequencies, can most definitely be measured. A combination of both might be invaluable to future instrument makers.
Posted by Shir-El on April 23,2010 | 03:42 PM