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Diagram 2
A. This shows a harp knot properly seated against the soundboard. The dark part of the knot is the string anchor. A string anchor is an extra piece of string that is cut and placed through the knot so that the knot will not slip through the eyelet. We use anchors on all strings of .036" and less. It is important that the ends of the harp knot or anchor do not vibrate against the soundboard and create a buzz.
B. Metal strings are held in place by a metal ball and either a rubber or leather washer. If the washer is not seated properly against the soundboard even a small space, as shown here, can allow a buzz to be generated.
C. Sometimes a brass eyelet in the soundboard may have a sharp burr or edge which will cause a string to break right at the eyelet. (See Deburring.) When changing any string be careful not to let the eyelet become lost. Eyelets prevent the strings from digging an elongated channel in the soft soundboard tonewoods.
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