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RE: Is this the correct way to fix? (in reply to rombsix)
Now that I have looked at it more thoroughly, I believe this is the kind of break a guitar would have if you hit someone in the head with it, as they do in cartoons when someone is not playing in tune or something.
It could get some more to its price if there was a story behind that soundboard. Maybe include "This guitar was the one Paco himself smashed over the head of... (you can use Al di M****, or R**** D*** or what you like most) after being annoyed by his playing
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RE: Is this the correct way to fix? (in reply to Ricardo)
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How is the pulsation?
very nice. the "no top" guitar concept should be explored more as it completely eliminates the problems with lateral tautness and liminal stiffness. It feels magically soft and free.
RE: Is this the correct way to fix? ... (in reply to hxwhf72752003)
It’s not a common repair, but some experienced luthiers do use small access holes when correcting top distortion or adjusting internal structure. The key is understanding exactly why it’s being done and whether the holes will be properly repaired afterward. If the work is done by someone familiar with vintage Condes, it can be a legitimate restoration technique. I’d just ask for photos of the inside and details of the repair process for peace of mind.