All of the following are true of the harpsichord except

A. the instrument was a source of visual as well as aural beauty.
B. stops provided a change in timbre and allowed abrupt changes of dynamic level.
C. some harpsichord cases were even inlaid with precious stones.
D. the harpsichord could produce vibrato.
E. the cases were often elaborately carved and painted.


Answer: D

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