Monopole Mobility Measurement Tool
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description: • Developed with Robbie O'Brien of O'Brien Guitars • Pioneering reseach by Trevor Gore Build Better Guitars Through Objective Measurement Every luthier has experienced it. You build two guitars using nearly identical materials, the same plans, and the same techniques—yet one instrument comes alive with remarkable responsiveness while the other is simply... good. What made the difference? One of the most important factors is monopole mobility—the ability of the guitar's soundboard to efficiently convert string energy into sound. The Cariko Guitar Top Deflection Measurement Tool was designed and manufactured by Cariko in collaboration with Robbie O'Brien for the O'Brien Guitars Lutherie Academy. It provides guitar builders with a precise, repeatable method for measuring top deflection—an important indicator of soundboard stiffness during the voicing process. Whether you're building your first guitar or your hundredth, this tool helps you replace guesswork with measurable data, allowing you to build with greater confidence and consistency. What Is Monopole Mobility? The strings of an acoustic guitar produce very little sound on their own. Nearly all of the instrument's volume, projection, and tonal character come from the soundboard. As the strings vibrate, energy is transferred through the bridge into the guitar top. The soundboard responds by moving air, creating the voice of the instrument. The primary vibration of the soundboard is known as the monopole mode. Monopole mobility describes how easily the top moves when energy is applied. A properly voiced top typically delivers: Exceptional responsiveness Increased projection Improved sustain Wider dynamic range Better note separation Balanced tonal response The objective isn't simply to build a lighter or more flexible top. The objective is finding the ideal balance between stiffness and mass for each individual instrument. Why Measure Top Deflection? For generations, master builders have relied on experience, tap to…
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