People often say that the qin has nine virtues. What are the nine virtues of the guqin? The nine virtues of the qin are as follows:

One is called "Qi". The so-called "Qi" refers to its easy, crisp and smooth sound.

The second is called "ancient". The so-called "ancient" refers to the pure and elegant sound of the qin with golden and stone rhythm.

The third is called "penetration". The so-called "transparent" means that the sound of the piano is clear and far away without the throat being blocked.

The fourth is "quiet". The so-called "quiet" means that the sound of the piano is pure and there is no noise.

The fifth is called "run". The so-called "run" means that the sound of the piano is not dry or strong, and it is round and lovely.

The sixth is called "circle". The so-called "round" means that the sound of the piano is like a ball, and it does not disperse.

Seven is called "Qing". The so-called "Qing" refers to the sound of the qin like stone, like bells in the wind.

Eight said "even". The so-called "even" means that the sound of the seven strings of the qin is even and balanced.

Nine is called "Fang". The so-called "fang" means that the longer the piano is played, the louder the sound becomes.