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truss rod [2 records]

Record 1 2015-11-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • String Instruments
CONT

If the neck is bent, you need to adjust the truss rod. The only visible part of this metal rod is the bolt in a hole or under the plastic plate ... next to the top nut on the headstock.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Instruments de musique à cordes
CONT

Le manche supporte la tension des cordes. La courbe du manche est sensible non seulement au réglage et au calibre des cordes, mais aussi aux variations de température et d’humidité. C’est pourquoi le manche est équipé d’une tige de réglage qui permet d’ajuster sa courbe avec précision.

Spanish

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Record 2 1986-10-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • Rolling Stock (Railroads)
OBS

Part of the covered hopper car (wagon-trémie couvert); see illustrations in CPAC-3.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Matériel roulant (Chemins de fer)

Spanish

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