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

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The discussion centers on determining the frequency of the second harmonic on the A-string of a guitar when tuning using harmonics. The first harmonic on the E-string produces a frequency of 329.6 Hz, while the second harmonic on the A-string creates a beat frequency of 1.5 Hz. To find the frequency of the A-string's harmonic, one must use the known frequency and the beat frequency. The conversation confirms that this is a homework question focused on understanding how to calculate the unknown frequency. The key takeaway is the relationship between the known frequency, beat frequency, and the unknown harmonic frequency.
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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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