Charlie Dunford's Discussions

Neck Block Grain Direction- Steel String Guitar
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I am about to install the neck block on a new guitar build and have a question about which way to orient the end grain of the block. Most luthiers recommend that the grain of the block should be…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Charlie Dunford Mar 30, 2012.

Bridge Weight
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I am rebuilding a cheap dreadnaught guitar with a composite body and top. I think the top needs to be lighter to improve tone. I have to bridge off and am preparing to build and install a new one. …Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Antonio Cotichini Apr 16, 2010.

Filling dents in a spruce guitar top
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I am new to this group so please excuse me if this is a FAQ. I have a Hohner acoustic guitar with a composite spruce top that was badly treated by the previous owner. He removed all of the…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Jerry Ryan Feb 23, 2010.