Meinl Tuning Fork 440Hz Imagine you are at a concert, and one instrument in the orchestra or band is so out of tune that it disrupts the harmony with the other musicians. To prevent this, musicians tune all instruments and vocals to the same standard tone 440 Hz. The Meinl Sonic Energy Standard Pitch Tuning Fork is precisely tuned to concert pitch A at 440 Hz and measures 5.4″ (13.75 cm) in length. The International Federation of the National Standardizing Associations established this concert pitch, also known as the tuning pitch, in 1939. How can I use the Tuning Fork in Standard Pitch? To activate the Tuning Fork, hold it by the cork handle and lightly strike the kneecap, wrist or any other solid surface. When you hold the Tuning Fork to your ear, you will hear the 440 Hz tone at the same time. This can be naturally amplified by placing the foot of the Tuning Fork on a resonating body, such as the body of your instrument. With a little patience and practice, and a reasonably trained ear, you will eventually succeed in tuning your instrument to the tone A. Optimal vibration behavior and tuning accuracy thanks to highest precision The Standard Pitch Tuning Fork from Meinl Sonic Energy is made of high-quality nickel-plated steel in Germany. The great advantage of Tuning Forks made of steel over those made of aluminum is their frequency accuracy when exposed to temperature fluctuations. Aluminum expands more when heated, causing the tone to change more. During the manufacturing process, Meinl Sonic Energy grinds each individual tuning fork until it achieves uniform vibration behavior and the highest tuning accuracy. The ergonomically shaped cork handle ensures easy and pleasant striking and holding of the Tuning Fork without negatively influencing its vibration behavior. An engraving on the Fork arms shows the manufacturer’s logo as well as the frequency and tone designation a’.
