About Bring A String
Bring A String is a sound-only evaluation project focused on consistent, honest comparisons for string instruments.
Mission
Make instrument comparisons more transparent by standardizing the inputs and reporting confidence, not hype.
Why sound-only
Labels and prices are unreliable predictors of tone. Audio tells a clearer story when the recording is controlled.
Who it helps
Shops, makers, teachers, and players who want evidence before a trade, purchase, or setup change.
What we believe
Good evaluation is transparent, repeatable, and useful.
Evidence first
Standard inputs make the data trustworthy and comparable.
Honest limitations
We call out confounds and avoid claims the data cannot support.
Actionable output
Results include clear next steps for players and shops.
Honesty Layer
Blind tests show provenance is not reliably detectable from audio. Bring A String emphasizes transparency, not hype.
What we will say
- Sound profile matches high-end tier characteristics
- Confidence depends on the standardized recording
- Re-recording guidance when evidence is weak
What we will not say
- This is a Stradivari or other maker
- Price is guaranteed without human appraisal
- Player technique is ignored
Dual-head model
- Head A: instrument tier probabilities
- Head B: technique and recording confounds
- Calibration: tier to price band with caveats