Gluing the bridge is one of the most important operations of building a guitar. This video series was done a while ago and will show you how and where to place the bridge and the proper gluing technique for attaching the bridge.
I can't stress enough that this is one of the most important joints. Note that the bridge has a caul under its full length to avoid deformation. Any gaps under the bridge can weaken the joint.
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Gluing a bridge 2 part series
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Gluing a bridge 2 part series
John Hall
Blues Creek Guitars Inc
Authorized CF Martin Repair Center
president of Association of Stringed Instrument Artisans
http://www.bluescreekguitars.com
Blues Creek Guitars Inc
Authorized CF Martin Repair Center
president of Association of Stringed Instrument Artisans
http://www.bluescreekguitars.com
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Re: Gluing a bridge 2 part series
I am preparing to glue the bridge on for 2 guitars - I was just looking at this video to review the steps :-)
Glenn
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