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Instrument, Techniques

Repairing Rib Cracks Perpendicular to the Grain

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Triangle Strings | technique article | instrument repair | woodworking | luthier | violin | viola | cello | restoration
28
Jan

Rib Cracks are a common problem on violin family instruments, and cracks running perpendicular to the grain present different challenges than cracks running parallel to the grain. Without the support of parallel grain lines, cracks perpendicular to the grain need more substantial reinforcement. In this article I will go over how to double a rib to […]

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Instrument, Techniques

Repairing an Instrument with a Sound Post Crack

Posted on by Ryan
19
Mar

Sound post cracks are very common in the long life of a violin family instrument. When repaired properly with a sound post patch, the instrument can continue to be a reliable tool beyond your lifetime and perhaps even improve its tone. Materials and tools Block plane Sharp knife Wide gouge with tight sweep Sharpened pencil […]

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