Question

a tabla player tightens the membrane of his tabla before playing it.Why does he do that?What effect will this have on the frequency of the sound produce by table.

Answer 1

Dear D=Student,

The tension in the membrane can be changed by changing the tension and desired frequency of sound is obtained. Therefore, to adjust the frequency of sound, a tabla player tighten or loosens the band tying down the membrane. The frequency of the tabla can be varied by increasing or decreasing the tightness of the membrane.

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