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A tuning fork used to be the standard method for checking the musical pitch of instruments. When struck it would vibrate at a definite frequency, which could be heard, and Musical Instruments could then be adjusted to match. Nowadays that is more usually done by electronic oscillators.

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The tuning fork was invented in 1711 and is U shaped with a handle. When struck the fork produces a very pure tone when it vibrates. The forks can be manufactured to a specific length and used by mucisians, so when struck, produce a sound equal to A, International Concert Pitch. This sound has long been used as a tuning note for orchestras. They have Medical uses to test a patients hearing. They are used in Radar Gun Calibration and the quartz crystal in watches is in the shape of a tuning fork

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tuning fork steel instrument in the shape of a U with a short handle. When struck it produces an almost pure tone, retaining its pitch over a long period of time; thus it is a valuable aid in tuning musical instruments.


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You can purchase a tuning fork on E-bay or any store/shop that sales musical instruments; such as pianos!


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