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Location: Fort Worth, TX | My 40th anniv Balladeer has a 3 piece top to conform to original specs. I was wondering if in the history of these 3 piece top guitars if more cracking has been a historical issue? When it's laying directly under a light source, I see a few waves in the top that have me concerned. I posted previously about the dips at each end of the saddle that are about an inch long and appear to be under a degree of tension. Is this is an issue of concern or am I obsessing too much? BTW, this guitar when mic'd projects an incredible, full tone that stands out in the small orchestra I strum it in. Couldn't be more pleased with the craftsmanship of this fine instrument. Next up is one with the "shotgun" soundholes - haven't decided which yet. Just a few more to the collection and the wife will send me packing. |
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Location: Flahdaw | Originally posted by DaveKell:
Next up is one with the "shotgun" soundholes - haven't decided which yet. Well, look who's slumming on the real board!
Look for a Ute. You can't beat it for an O with blowholes... |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I doubt the cracking issue had anything to do with the 3 piece top. The best explanation I heard was the thick poly finish they used. I don't think they used the thick poly on the 40th anniversary. Obviously, you've got one more wood joint to split open if you let the guitar get too dry. The fix for that is to not let your guitar get too dry. Wood was living and is still breathing. It's rarely perfectly smooth. |
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