The lowest frequency partial which is present in a (normally) musical sound. See also Harmonic, Inharmonic.
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Natural Frequency
The frequency of vibration or oscillation which a system (anything from a road bridge to an violin string) will inherently adopt according to its structure given a suitable excitation, such as a gale force wind or a bow. Also called the normal mode.
