: Shifting it toward the middle of the instrument increases lower frequencies, while moving it outward increases brightness.
The is a critical internal component of bowed string instruments like the violin, cello, and double bass . Often called the " soul " of the instrument ( l'âme in French), it is a small spruce dowel held in place by friction between the top and back plates. It serves two main purposes: : Shifting it toward the middle of the
"The Sound Post" is also a well-known name for several music shops specializing in stringed instruments: The Sound Post (Toronto & Ottawa) It serves two main purposes: "The Sound Post"
: It supports the massive downward pressure (often several kilograms) from the strings and bridge. 🛠️ The "Sound Post" Retailer
Watch how a professional luthier carefully fits and adjusts a sound post to unlock an instrument's best tone:
A major Canadian retailer of violins, violas, cellos, and sheet music. The Sound Post Musical instrument repair shop
: It transmits vibrations from the top plate to the back plate, allowing the entire body to resonate. 🛠️ The "Sound Post" Retailer