Week #1

Learn to use the computer to measure the fundamental frequencies of tuning forks.

we tried to use the microphones but they didn't seen to work so instead we used an iPhone app that could measure the sound frequency.

 Experiment with a sample chime to find the fundamental frequency of a chime. 

Note Frequency Sample chime
F# 733.1 (an E on the chime, but we think she cut it wrong)

E    645 (D on the chime)

D    575 (C on the chime)

B    963 (A on the chime)

C    1038 (unlabeled)

Experiment with a sample chime to find out how the quality of its sound depends on where you hold it.

we have to hold it the tubes with some rope, so the tube is hanging, if hold it with your hand the tube would not the produce the same sound as if it was hanging. 

Experiment with a sample chime to find out how the quality of its sound depends on where you strike it.

we found out the quality sound is better when you strike the tubes in the middle.

Experiment to find how the fundamental frequency of your chime depends on its length.knowing how long they are could  changed frequency of the sound and also depending on if all the tubes are at the same level and if they all are strike in the same spot.