Where can I find high-quality guqin？

The external features of a guqin include the body, surface, shaft, and string axis. The body of a guqin is the main part, which can be divided into three types: long body, short body, and small body, with the long body being the mainstream. The visible part on the piano surface has seven string tracks and thirteen badges. The shaft refers to the axle used for the strings, and buyers need to check if it is in good condition and if there is excessive wear. The chord axis refers to the mechanical part used for tuning and also needs to be checked for completeness.
The material and production process of guqin: The material of guqin determines its quality and sound. The traditional guqin is usually made of cedar wood as the panel, catalpa wood as the base, mahogany, and ebony accessories. The process of making guqin is very complex and requires multiple processes, such as plate matching, assembly, engraving, and so on. Each process requires meticulous craftsmanship to produce high-quality guqin. Therefore, when purchasing guqin, it is necessary to choose those that have been carefully crafted and every detail carefully polished. There are many Guqin brands in the market, each with a unique sound and texture. Some high-end brands of guqin are expensive, but their sound quality and appearance are excellent, making them suitable for professional performers to choose from. If you are a beginner, you can choose some cost-effective brands with certain sound quality and production techniques.
As a daily companion, guqin is crucial in terms of timbre, as it is directly related to the cultivation of the player is interest and the fun of playing. Guqin is a plucked instrument with different octaves on each string. The accuracy of the pitch is mainly determined by the accuracy of the emblem position, and the quality of the timbre is the most basic benchmark for identifying the quality of a Guqin. The sound of a good piano is uniform, round, and penetrating. When it comes to the volume at the beginning, it may not necessarily be very loud, but it sounds very powerful and infectious, such as a stone falling into a deep pool, and a small water splash with strength and depth. When playing according to the notes, pay attention to whether the high, medium, and low tones are evenly proportioned. A qualified guqin should have a consistent timbre and volume for its scattered, pressed, and overtones.