bridgeplate ? on a 39 herrringbone.
I have a 39 herringbone that has some type of double trouble bridge plate happening. I just noticed it, could I ever find an old original bridge plate to replace this one, I feel it would make a huge...
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The man you need to speak with is Dave Musslewhite. He isone of the most respected luthier/repair man in the country.He was head of the repair department at the Martin factory.He retired 2 years ago....
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T.J. Thompson does this kind of work all the time, as does UMGF member John Arnold (Arnoldgtr) and others. Email me if you'd like and I'll provide T.J.'s contact info. The luthiers will provide you...
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I'd second the rec of TJ Thompson and John Arnold, and also throw Bob Jones' name (Brooklyn NY) into the mix. As to originality, a bridgeplate ain't tuners. T.J. replaced the bridgeplate on Eric...
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This can be a simple replacement, or it can turn into a nightmare. An oversize bridgeplate can cover a multitude of sins.I have seen too many old Martins with oversize bridgeplates and bridges that...
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thanks john thats a great idea about the piano. Zach
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