Technology of the GuitarFeaturing chapters on physics, structure, sound and design specifics, Technology of the Guitar also includes coverage of historical content, composition of strings and their effects on sound quality, and important designs. Additionally, author Mark French discusses case studies of historically significant and technologically innovative instruments. This is a complete reference useful for a broad range of readers including guitar manufacturer employees, working luthiers, and interested guitar enthusiasts who do not have a science or engineering background.
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Contents
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Chapter 2 Basic Physics | 53 |
Chapter 3 Structure of the Guitar | 92 |
Chapter 4 Electronics | 147 |
Chapter 5 Sound Quality | 209 |
Chapter 6 Design Specifics for Acoustic Guitars | 250 |
Chapter 7 Design Specifics for Electric Guitars | 279 |
Chapter 8 Hardware | 294 |
Chapter 9 Iconic Guitars | 317 |
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