The “wolf note" is the result of conflicting sound frequencies, usually corrected by adding a weight to the string, which damps the sound with a muted effect. The approach of the Brussels luthier Andre Theunis is to play with the wolf rather than trying to kill it – getting the conflicting frequencies in tune rather than eliminating them altogether.
So, that's how the “wolf tuner” came about – the basic concept being based on resonance rather than weight. Made of silver, this tuner resonates clearly and is 3 times lighter than a traditional wolf eliminator. So it prevents muting while enriching the timbre of the instrument.
- violin / viola or cello model
- made in Belgium
- made out of silver
Claire Goldfarb 's review
(professional cello player, "Or Propos" CD recording) :
"Play with wolves instead of trying to catch them in a cage, it's easy ! Andre Theunis invented that silver alloy to get a pure golden sound ! A shining feeling mixed together with the natural sound deepness of the cello are the result once you place that jewellery on one of your strings ! Spots like between E and F# now respond as you always dreamed with a full balanced non-noisy sound. The beauty and the easy use of this wolf tuner make it the best I ever tried. I also heard a huge difference while playing on a violin, giving a surprising velvet style, bright and rich sound. Try it and you'll hear it !"
Basic tuning for the Viola and Violin :
The wolf note mainly affects the cello but also the Viola. Although the violin is less affected by the wolf note, you may wish to enrich the timbre of some notes, especially in higher positions on the G string. When tuning for the first time, place the Wolf Tuner, specially designed for the violin and Viola, on the G string about 7 mm behind the bridge and if necessary, change its position later. It can also be placed on the D string of the violin or Viola. You will hear the timbre of your instrument become richer, even if there is no wolf note !
Basic tuning for the cello:
If the wolf note is an F or an F sharp, position the wolf tuner, using a little pressure, on the G string about 2 cm behind the bridge. Then take the bow and tune the oscillating note by playing that part of the string, between the wolf tuner and the bridge. If necessary, change the position of the tuner slightly. If the wolf note is an E, position the wolf tuner, using a little pressure, on the C string about 4 cm. from the bridge. Then take the bow and tune the oscillating note by playing that part of the string between the wolf tuner and the bridge. If necessary, change the position of the tuner slightly. If required two wolf tuners may be used simultaneously. You will be able to hear that the timbre of your instrument is richer, that sound checking is easier and that you enjoy playing with the wolves.
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