Why are Stradivarius violins so exceptional ?

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This technical article examines structural factors that influence the quality of a violin.  For example, elongated f-holes make a violin sound better. Another factor is the shape of the back of a violin, the thickness of which changes the resonance.

Article : http://www.technologyreview.com/article/536506/what-makes-a-violin-powerful/
Date : 6/05/15
Author : Jennifer Chu
Source : Technology review

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