[ acoustics ]

Acoustics became a recognised science in the middle of the 19th century. Since that time a great deal of research has been carried out. However it can be very difficult for luthiers to interpret these data and convert them into design improvements, and as a result most guitars are still built by following tradition.

Mental modeling can provide a powerful tool for understanding and applying guitar acoustics to the art of guitar making.

Intonation and Fretting shows how musicians and makers have struggled with the imperfections of string harmonics and the musical intervals that have to fit into an octave.