1. Rib Repairs for Violins, Cellos, and Basses | Crack and Structural Restoration
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Rib Repairs for Violins, Cellos, and Basses The ribs of a string instrument are essential for maintaining its shape, structural integrity, and tonal quality. Over time, these thin wooden sides can suffer ...

2. Fingerboard Repairs | Planing, Leveling and Nut Re-gluing
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The fingerboard plays a critical role in both the feel and functionality of any violin-family instrument. Over time, fingerboards can become uneven, worn, or misaligned—affecting tone, string height, and ...

3. Violin and Cello Neck Repairs | Step-by-Step Restoration Guides
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Neck Repairs The neck is one of the most important structural and tonal components of any violin-family instrument. Whether it's a violin, viola, cello, or bass, a damaged or misaligned neck can severely ...

4. Violin and Cello Scroll Repairs | Restoration Techniques
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Scroll Repairs The scroll is an iconic and essential part of every violin family instrument—adding both aesthetic beauty and balance to the instrument. Unfortunately, scrolls are also vulnerable to breakage ...

5. Violin Neck Fracture Repair | Restoring Structural Integrity
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This violin had a small neck fracture that was beginning to separate. Without the strings, I could manually pull the scroll back, causing the crack to fully close. To ensure a strong repair, I used a unique ...