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Direct Interval tuning by measuring the cents width of intervals or by
matching up coincident partials when tuning octaves is <FONT SIZE=+2>MORE
ACCURATE</FONT> than any pre-computed tuning, whether it be a stretch chart,
FAC, or whatever. I'd sure like to see the computer that can make
judgements whereby moving one note a little sharp or flat improves some
intervals while compromising others. No such computer or computations
from one does or ever will replace the human ear.
<P>Basically stated, the direct interval tuning method is aural tuning
with a little more cents (sense) feedback from the piano!
<P>james turner wrote:
<BLOCKQUOTE TYPE=CITE>For Jim Coleman
<P>Hi Jim,
<P>Some have mentioned the direct interval tuning method lately with the
<BR>SAT ll. I have not heard you discuss this method before.
In your
<BR>opinion, how does this compare to the FAC method? Is the direct
<BR>interval method more accurate?
<P>Thanks,
<P>James Turner</BLOCKQUOTE>
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