How does harpsichord mechanism works?

The harpsichord produces sound through a mechanism that plucks the strings rather than striking them, as in a piano. When a key is pressed, a jack rises, causing a plectrum attached to it to pluck the string. The tension of the string and the shape of the plectrum determine the tone produced. Additionally, the harpsichord often features multiple sets of strings and stops, allowing for various timbres and volumes.