![]() ![]() A string instrument comprising a string frame, a plurality of strings tensioned on said string frame, a soundboard having a first edge portion extending transversely of said strings adjacent one of the ends of said strings and coupled to said frame, a second edge portion extending transversely to said strings at the other ends thereof and suspended vibrationally free of said string frame to vibrate independently of contact with said frame, a third edge portion extending between said first and second edge portions and coupled to said frame along substantially its entire length, and a fourth edge portion extending between said first and second edge portions and having a first part adjacent to said second edge portion and coupled to said frame and a second part thereof adjacent to said first edge portion, and bridge means extending transversely of said strings adjacent said other ends of said strings and coupling said strings to said soundboard, said bridge means having a bass end terminating adjacent said second edge portion and a treble end terminating adjacent said second part of said fourth edge portion so the efficiency and tonal qualities of said soundboard are maximized for a given area.ΔΆ.
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