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Open-Open tube

Definition

An open-open tube is a type of musical instrument or resonator that has both ends open, allowing sound waves to travel through it.

Analogy

Imagine blowing into a long, hollow pipe with openings at both ends. The air you blow creates sound waves that bounce back and forth between the two ends, creating a musical tone.

Related terms

Closed-Closed tube: A closed-closed tube is a musical instrument or resonator that has both ends closed, causing sound waves to reflect off the closed ends.

Open-Closed tube: An open-closed tube is a musical instrument or resonator that has one end open and one end closed, resulting in unique sound characteristics.

Resonance: Resonance occurs when an object vibrates at its natural frequency due to the influence of an external force. In the case of tubes, resonance determines the pitch produced.



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