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Dumb KEYBOARD (German stummes Klavier) - apparatus for silent training of the pianist's fingers. Represents fp. a keyboard without a sound reproducing mechanism. The volume of the keyboard is from 2.5 octaves or more. The key is returned to its original position due to the resistance of the spring resting on its elongated end. N. to. Is invented by A.K. Vergil (USA, patent in 1892). It has become widespread in connection with the rapid development of masterly performing style. It was used by pianists to maintain motor skills and finger technique during moving or in conditions that exclude sound. The modern pedagogical system rejects the use of N. to. As a formal method for the development of technology in isolation from auditory control.