Classical Guitar Anatomy Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the function of the saddle in a classical guitar?

Supports the strings

Lifts the strings to a desired height (correct)

Houses the tuning pegs

Compresses the strings to change pitch

What is the purpose of the bridge in a classical guitar?

Supports the strings

What is the lower bout of a classical guitar?

The biggest part of the guitar closest to the bridge

What part of the guitar body curves upward?

Upper bout Signup and view all the answers

What is the soundboard of a classical guitar?

The top part of a guitar body Signup and view all the answers

What is a rosette in a classical guitar?

The ring around the sound hole that provides reinforcement and decoration Signup and view all the answers

What are the strings on a guitar?

The components that you strike to make noise Signup and view all the answers

What is a fret?

A small metal strip in the fret board Signup and view all the answers

What is the fret board?

A thin piece of wood on the neck that the strings run over Signup and view all the answers

What does the neck of the guitar do?

Attaches to the body and head, and has the fret board attached to it Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the nut in a classical guitar?

Determines the action of the guitar and is located at the end of the fret board Signup and view all the answers

What does the head of the guitar house?

The tuning pegs Signup and view all the answers

What are tuning pegs?

They have strings wound around them, and their tension changes the tuning Signup and view all the answers

What are fret markers used for?

Indicating what fret it is while playing Signup and view all the answers

What is a capo?

A device that clamps onto the neck compressing the strings to make the pitch higher Signup and view all the answers

What notes are the six strings of a guitar tuned to?

EADGBE Signup and view all the answers

What type of strings does a classical guitar have?

Nylon strings Signup and view all the answers

What is a truss rod?

A rod that reinforces the neck Signup and view all the answers

What is the side of a guitar?

The wood that is attached to the sound board and the back Signup and view all the answers

What is the back of a guitar?

The part attached to the sides of the guitar Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Classical Guitar Anatomy

Saddle: Adjusts string height and facilitates vibration transfer through the guitar body.
Bridge: Essential component that supports the strings and helps in sound projection.
Lower Bout: The largest section of the guitar located nearest to the bridge, contributing to overall sound resonance.
Upper Bout: The section of the guitar body that curves upwards, shaping the overall body structure.
Soundboard: The top wood component of the guitar body, crucial for sound amplification and clarity.
Rosette: Decorative ring surrounding the sound hole, enhancing both visual appeal and structural integrity.
Strings: Vital elements that create sound when struck; the primary means of producing music on the guitar.
Fret: Small metal strips embedded in the fretboard that define the pitch of notes played.
Fret Board: A thin wooden slab on the neck over which the strings run, providing finger placement for playing.
Neck: A long piece of wood extending from the body to the head, housing the fretboard and facilitating playing.
Nut: Positioned at the end of the fretboard, it dictates string action and spacing.
Head: The upper part of the guitar containing the tuning pegs crucial for string tuning.
Tuning Peg: Mechanisms around which each string is wound; adjusting tension changes the string tuning.
Fret Marker: Small dots on the fretboard that assist players in identifying finger positions while playing.
Capo: A device that clamps onto the neck, altering string pitch by compressing the strings.
Tuning: Standard tuning of a classical guitar is EADGBE for its six strings.
Classical Guitar: Characterized by nylon strings, specifically designed for classical music genres.
Truss Rod: An internal rod within the neck that provides support against string tension, preventing warping.
Side: Wooden panels connected to the soundboard and back, contributing to the guitar's overall shape and sound.
Back: The wooden piece that forms the rear part of the guitar, attached to the sides, plays a role in sound projection.

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Test your knowledge of classical guitar anatomy with these flashcards. Learn about key components such as the saddle, bridge, and body structure. Perfect for guitar students and enthusiasts alike.