Another JLD Bridge Doctor Installation
Justin had previously fitted a JLD Bridge Doctor in an EKO Ranger 12-String so he had no problems at all fitting one in his recently acquired Aria acoustic.
This unique device is the solution to one of the most common problems with acoustic guitars; bowing of the soundboard. A mounting block is fitted under the bridge via a screw drilled through the bridge. A tension rod is then installed between the mounting block and the tail-block of the guitar. This is then tightened using a grub screw to counteract the pull of the strings and the warpage of the top.
Thanks again for another fantastic set of photos Justin!
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- The JLD Bridge System
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- Marking the spot for the screw
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- Drilled hole for the screw
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- Larger drilled hole for the screw head
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- Marking the tension rod length
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- Remember to include the grub screw length!
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- The JLD Bridge Doctor from the top
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- Fully installed
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- Completely flat!
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- Justin used filler rather than the insert provided
You can view both versions of the JLD Bridge System HERE
