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The sound is produced by the strings vibrating. You can play a cello by plucking the strings (like a guitar) or by playing with a bow (like a violin).
Wiki User
∙ 13y ago
Wiki User
∙ 12y agoThe strings vibrate when struck by the bow, and the vibrations resonates within the body of the cello itself.
These vibrations enter the air, and are what we hear.
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How is the cello's sound produced?
When the Horse hair that are coated in rosin rub the strings, it makes sounds.
What is the basic difference between a cello and an electric cello?
The basic difference between a cello and an electric cello is shape and sound. An acoustic cello amplifies sound naturally inside the hollow body sound-box of the instrument. The electric cello has a slightly different shape, no resonant chamber at all, and a unique tone.
What is a cello pickup?
you can get clip on pickups with amplafie the cello sound by detecting vibrations, or you can have them built in (electric cello).
How do cello make a sound?
the strings rub together and make the sound
Is the sound of the double base higher or lower than that of a cello?
The sound of a double bass is lower than that of a cello. While both are considered bass instruments, the cello has a higher tone within the bass range.
What produces a lower pitched sound a violin or cello?
A 'cello produces a lower pitch than a violin.
What produce a lower pitched sound a violin or cello?
A 'cello produces a lower pitch than a violin.
When a string in the cello vibrates it produces a sound?
yes
Which has the lowest pitch sound Cello viola or bass?
The bass has the lowest pitch of these instruments, followed by the 'cello and then the viola.
How is cello special?
I have played cello for two years now, and I think that the cello is a very smooth instrument. It has a rich smooth sound (I also play violin and cello sounds better) that many people love. =)
How does the cello makes its sound?
the string vibrates so the sound goes into the box and the sound comes out in a better way
What does a cello sound like when played?
A low smooth hum
