Evaluation of acoustic performance of Guzheng based on dynamic measurement

Chenyan Du

doi:10.59400/sv2656

Evaluation of acoustic performance of Guzheng based on dynamic measurement

Chenyan Du International College, Krirk University, Bangkok 10220, Thailand

Article ID: 2656

Keywords: acoustic performance evaluation; dynamic measurement technology; Guzheng acoustics; spectral analysis; sound quality parameters; traditional Chinese instruments; performance optimization

Abstract

This research assessed the Acoustic performance of Guzheng using dynamic measurement technology. The study conducted spectral analysis, examined the correlation between playing techniques and sound productions, defined major sound quality factors, and proposed solutions for enhancing the instrument. In dynamic measurement, dynamic frequency spectra were obtained, which were different from those of the normal Guzheng and had traditional characteristics of Guzheng acoustics. There were significant relationships between playing techniques and particular acoustic results. There were strong correlations between sound quality parameters; thus, it was possible to optimize them systematically. The findings offered specific recommendations for improving Guzheng production that were detailed to retain traditional qualities. The research set quantitative measures for Acoustics analysis and other quality control in Guzheng manufacturing and playing

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2025-06-13

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Du, C. (2025). Evaluation of acoustic performance of Guzheng based on dynamic measurement. Sound & Vibration, 59(3), 2656. https://doi.org/10.59400/sv2656

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