Abstract: New measurement techniques combined with recent acoustics research enable us to make violin-type instruments in all frequency ranges with the properties built into the violin itself by the masters of three centuries ago. Thus for the first time we have a whole family of instruments made according to a consistent acoustical theory. Beyond a doubt they are musically successful.
Introduction
Catgut Acoustical Society
Who's who in Catgut Acoustics
Research and new fiddles
What is good?
First musical success
End-of-scale problems
Current design practice
Fitting fiddles to players
Traits of family members
How good are they really?
References
Reprinted by permission from Physics Today.