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dubai244
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[*] posted on 8-23-2007 at 10:04 PM
Pyramid Lute string calculator


Hi Guys,

I was reading through Khalaf Oud web and i found "Lute String Calculator", it said in discribtion that it is used for tuning and tension calculation. I understand the tuning part But i didnt understand the tension calculation?!

As i understand, all the strings with different brand name which has same tuning and same frequecy, will have same tension, am i right?!

Thanks for your help guys

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[*] posted on 8-24-2007 at 12:16 AM


Hello Mr. Ghazi,

The mathematical formula which bounds the frequency (v) of the sound produced by a string to the length (L) of that string, the unit mass (m) of the string and the stretching force (F) is this:

v= ½ L √ F/m

F=4v²L²m

You are mentioning “same tuning” (means the same frequency (F), the missing element in your definition is the mass (m)
The unit mass of a string is determined by the number of fibers used as the core of it and the metal winding. If these two elements vary then the tension (the stretching force:F) differs.

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[*] posted on 8-24-2007 at 11:03 AM


Hi Mr.Faruk,

Wow .... very interesting.

Now a days i am reading about the sound vibration and how to measure it, i think this is the correct approach to perfect oud sound.

No winder you are the best Mr.Faruk.

Thanks
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