Treble resonator

[Farrell]

I see how the "resonator" would make the belly rail stiffer (good), and it would deter outward movement, but wouldn't a good solid hunk of timber be at least effective in stiffening the belly rail and preventing any kind of movement of the belly rail or rim - either way (not that I think we are really worried about significant movement)? Seems to me a good timber in there might even have more effect on stiffening the belly rail as it might be easier to make a more massive (dowels, epoxy, etc.) bonding mechanism between the timber/rail/rim?

Seems to me the main advantage with the "resonator" is a mental one for those that subscribe to the belief that soundboards go flat because the rim and belly rail migrate outwards.

Or maybe not? Fire away!

Terry Farrell
  
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Subject: TR: Treble resonator


> Pictures of a treble resonator maounted (Steinway C)