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A Simple and Portable Guqin Table Design

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When playing the guqin, it is most commonly encountered on some sort of table - either a specific guqin table, or any table really which could suffice. Due to the size…
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On the Advancement and Optimization of Metal Core Guqin Strings

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Having previously discussed some of the basic principles and factors behind the mechanical and physical properties of silk strings and how they may ultimately relate to timbre, as well as…
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The Use of Novel Twisted Core Kevlar Strings and Other Synthetics for Plucked String Instruments

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Previously, I just announced the latest development in my working and research regarding string making, presenting the world's first ever rope twisted core Kevlar string for the qin. However, even…
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Presenting the First Ever Twisted Core Kevlar Qin String!

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In recent posts and pages, I have mentioned several possible synthetic materials to explore so far in use for qin strings - and as of tonight, I have just completed,…
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Silk Strings – On the Mechanisms That Give Rise to Timbre and Response

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In my previous post, I gave an intensive introduction into string making, taking a look specifically at alternative methods and materials using synthetics for qin strings, as well as touched…
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String Making – An Introduction to Alternative Methods and Materials for Qin Strings

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INTRODUCTION In my previous post String Making - The Beginnings of a Journey, I discussed some of the background of my journey into string making for the qin, mainly using…
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String Making – The Beginnings of a Journey

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INTRODUCTION Up until now, all of my posts have primarily dealt with qin making. My previous post, on my experiences in finishing and French polishing the qin, will be the…
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Experiences with Finishing and French Polishing a Qin

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Finishing an instrument is no easy endeavor, and is a whole process and art form in itself, especially for more manual and involved processes such as traditional Chinese lacquering and…
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Making a Qin – Designing for Tone

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In my previous post, I dove into a rather lengthy introduction to alternative wood choices for qin woods, including data from The Wood Database on numerous possible choices for the…
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Making a Qin – Alternative Wood Choices

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INTRODUCTION In my previous posts, I discussed several aspects of qin making, ranging from the process, to personal thoughts and experiences, to some important design considerations. In this post, I…
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