virityshaarukka
Virityshaarukka is a Finnish term that translates to "vibrating fork" or "tuning fork" in English. It is a scientific instrument designed to produce a specific musical pitch when struck. Traditionally made of metal, typically steel or aluminum, it consists of a handle and two tines that vibrate at a precise frequency when the handle is tapped. This vibration creates a clear, sustained tone.
Tuning forks have been used for centuries by musicians, instrument makers, and scientists. In music, they are