Laminated soundboards

Ron Nossaman RNossaman@cox.net
Thu, 11 Jul 2002 14:29:51 -0500


>I think I need to buy a vowel.  Why the additional mass?  From the
>glue?  I'm thinking the effect of the stiffness will be more important that
>the effect of the (minimal) mass.  Do I get the car?
>
>Phil F

Both from the glue and the extra wood of the lamination. The panel is 
overall thicker where the overlay is. Beyond a minimal stiffness, mass has 
more effect on sustain in the treble. You wouldn't have liked the car much 
anyway (Matchbox).

Ron N



This PTG archive page provided courtesy of Moy Piano Service, LLC