A guitar generally has a higher pitch than a car horn. This is because guitar strings vibrate at higher frequencies than the vibrating parts of a car horn, and higher frequencies correspond to higher pitch.
Here’s why:
Pitch and Frequency:
Pitch refers to how high or low a sound is, and it’s directly related to the frequency of the sound wave. Higher frequency means a higher pitch, and lower frequency means a lower pitch.
Guitar Strings:
Guitar strings can be made to vibrate at various frequencies by pressing them down on the frets, creating different notes with higher pitches. A higher pitch is also created by using thinner strings or strings that are vibrated more quickly, which are all a result of the frequency of the vibration.
Car Horns:
Car horns typically produce a relatively lower frequency sound, which results in a lower pitch.