soundbox

• Caisse de résonance d'un instrument de musique, comme le corps d'un violon, qui amplifie et enrichit le son produit. Peut aussi désigner un dispositif électronique reproduisant le son d'un instrument.

A resonating chamber in a musical instrument, such as the body of a violin, that amplifies and enriches the sound produced.

1. Resonating chamberB2formal

   The part of a musical instrument that amplifies and enriches the sound produced by the strings or other vibrating elements.

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   • The violin's soundbox is carefully carved from maple and spruce.
   • A guitar's soundbox is essential for producing its warm tone.
   • The luthier repaired the crack in the cello's soundbox.

   Synonymesresonatorsounding board