SOUNDPORTS

Soundports are very effective for increasing the dynamic range of the instrument for the player. Lower frequencies tend to travel more efficiently through air than higher frequencies so without a soundport the player will naturally hear a bass-heavy version of what is actually being played. The soundport aims the sound directly at the player's ear so they can better hear the higher frequencies and have a better idea of what the audience is hearing. I have not built an instrument without a soundport in several years. Some say that soundports actually increase the volume of the instrument both for the player and audience. I am not certain of this. It may be a perceptual increase in volume as an increase in the dynamic range could be mistaken for a louder guitar. There is a lot of information about soundports elsewhere on the internet, although some of it is very scientific and difficult to follow. My experience has been that soundports make a substantial difference and will drastically improve the experience for the player. I now include an unobtrusive adjustable cover that is easily removable if needed. The size of the soundport will affect the overall tone of the guitar. The larger the opening the higher the frequency. The adjustable cover allows the player to change the tone of their instrument to their preference. See photos HERE.