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Trade Secrets: Reinforcing a violin bridge with carbon rods

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A method to improve the bridge’s durability and long-term reliability

Modern strings exert more tension on bridges, which can cause the bridge to warp over time, or lead to accelerated enlargement of the notches. This method of reinforcement using carbon rods addresses both issues, helping bridges last longer…

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