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\"Aliquot2\"Generations of piano<\/a> makers have been constantly attempting to improve the quality of their instruments. Julius Bl\u00fcthner made an important contribution with the development of the Aliquot System. Patented for the first time in 1872, it was one more step that provided Bl\u00fcthner’s well known warm and romantic sound. The patented Bl\u00fcthner Aliquot System consists of an additional fourth string in the treble section which is not struck by the hammer. The fourth string vibrates by resonance, and introduces additional overtones which enrich the dynamic sound. <\/p>\n

Does it work? <\/strong>
\nMany people are sceptical, but it is easy to test. Simply play a note alternately muting and then leaving the fourth string to vibrate.
\nIt is surprising how loud the Aliquot string is even though it has not been struck by the hammer. Currently, the Patented Aliquot System employs an additional fourth string in the treble section attached directly to the bridge that is not struck by the hammers.
\n\"AliquotThe fourth string is stimulated to vibrate through sympathetic resonance when the other three strings are struck, which results in an acoustical system enriching the overtone spectrum. It produces a very dynamic sound, which is audible over a wide range. This unique effect conveys the resonant treble of the Bl\u00fcthner piano. As an example, it is possible to experience this special effect in many piano compositions<\/a> giving an added dimension in tone colour and dynamics. Another factor that is that all Bl\u00fcthner strings are individually hitched. For optimum effect, precise tuning is essential. In today’s instruments the ‘aliquot strings’ are tuned in unison with the trichords.<\/p>\n

Read more at Bl\u00fcthner World<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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