New bracing on a Concert

Pete Howlett · Sep 19, 2020

I am using a vFan brace pattern and have at last done away with the Brace that I usually fitted below the sound hole. Made for a killer instrument. I need to make more of these non 'floating brace' topped instruments to see if this expansion of the flexive surface of the top is contributing to greater volume and sustain.

printer2 · Sep 19, 2020

I am guessing there should be a link in the above post.

EDW · Sep 19, 2020

printer2 said:
I am guessing there should be a link in the above post.

When I click the pic it plays

Kelali Kev · Oct 6, 2020

I saw the video when it was available and was intrigued enough to try to duplicate your results. I assume you added a centerline patch to support the center joint on the top as one does on the back centerline joint?

Pete Howlett · Oct 6, 2020

One piece front and back. Also a properly jointed seam needs no reinforcement. BTW - the uke is loud and proud!

Tukanu · Oct 6, 2020

I am getting ready to brace a teardrop concert. I always use a doughnut around the sound hole...which probably could replace the lower lateral brace by itself. I plan on using three fans...maybe they could be lighter than one might think?

New bracing on a Concert

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