What is the frequency of the second harmonic on the A-string in guitar tuning?

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The discussion revolves around determining the frequency of the second harmonic on the A-string of a guitar, using information about the first harmonic on the E-string and the beat frequency observed when both strings are played.

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  • Exploratory, Problem interpretation, Assumption checking

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  • Participants are discussing the relationship between the known frequency of the E-string's first harmonic and the beat frequency to find the unknown frequency of the A-string's second harmonic. Questions about the specifics of the problem and its requirements are also raised.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants clarifying the nature of the problem and exploring the necessary calculations to find the unknown frequency. Some guidance has been offered regarding the relationship between the frequencies involved.

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We’re tuning a guitar using harmonics, and we produce, on our properly tuned E-string, a frequency of 329.6 Hz when we pluck the first harmonic. The second harmonic, on the A-string, is noticeably higher, producing a beat frequency of 1.5 Hz. What is the frequency produced by the harmonic on the A- string?
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We’re tuning a guitar using harmonics, and we produce, on our properly tuned E-string, a frequency of 329.6 Hz when we pluck the first harmonic. The second harmonic, on the A-string, is noticeably higher, producing a beat frequency of 1.5 Hz. What is the frequency produced by the harmonic on the A- string?
 
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Is this homework? And what exactly are you trying to figure out? The correct frequency of an A?
 
Hello, yes this is homework and I am trying to figure out exactly what the question asks, thanks
 
You have two notes producing a beat. You know one frequency and the beat frequency. You have to find the other frequency.
 

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