Stethoscope Basics - What makes a Good Stethoscope

The Ideal Stethoscope delivers a clear loud sound, is gefortable, and looks good. However, the only true test is what you actually hear.A good stethoscope should have the following features:The chest piece must be made from stainless steel. Steel can be machined to precise tolerances. This allows the diaphragm to fit with an air tight seal. The stethoscope is a "drum" and the smallest air leak will degrade the performance.