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someguy6 · 05-03-2007, 05:21 PM

I've read a number of posts indicating that some symphonies tune to A=445 to make the strings sound brighter. Does this mean that pianos, harps, etc. are tuned to A = 445? What about marimbas, etc? Are special versions of the non-tunable percusion instruments purchased at the higher pitch?

Just curious.

thanks
rob

05-03-2007, 05:21 PM	#1 (permalink)
someguy6 New Friend Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 33	Tuning percussion instruments to A = 445 I've read a number of posts indicating that some symphonies tune to A=445 to make the strings sound brighter. Does this mean that pianos, harps, etc. are tuned to A = 445? What about marimbas, etc? Are special versions of the non-tunable percusion instruments purchased at the higher pitch? Just curious. thanks rob