Bridge regluing
We inspect the bridge-to-soundboard joint, the condition of the wood and evidence of earlier glue work. Regluing requires an assessment of the fit and preparation of the mating surfaces.
GUITAR LAB / ACOUSTIC GUITARS
Acoustic guitar repairs
We service acoustic guitars, from setups and fretwork to bridge, bracing and soundboard crack repairs. At Guitar Lab in Poznań, Poland, the scope of work follows the condition of the individual instrument.
We work on modern and vintage guitars. A lifting bridge, a rattle inside the body or a change in action calls for an assessment of the cause. After inspection, we discuss the repair, any parts required and the quote.
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Bridge, bracing and soundboard
These are separate parts of the structure. We assess each one and consider their connections when planning the repair.
Loose brace repairs
We check the braces inside the body and their glue joints. The position and extent of a separated joint, its condition and access inside the instrument determine the approach.
Soundboard crack repairs
We distinguish finish damage from a crack in the wood. We assess the edges of the damage and the surrounding area inside the body before deciding how to repair it.
What to include in your enquiry
Tell us if you have noticed a gap beneath the bridge, a crack, an unusual rattle or a change in action. Include when the symptom appeared and any known previous repairs. A photograph of the whole guitar and a close-up of the affected area help us begin the discussion.
When a repair needs to come before a setup
String height depends on several parts of the instrument. Before lowering a saddle, we also assess structural condition, neck relief and neck angle. A setup alone cannot repair a separated bridge or brace joint. We plan structural repairs and the final setup as separate stages.
Work suited to the individual guitar
The condition of the wood, previous repairs and original finish affect the scope of work. With vintage guitars, we also discuss which signs of use you would like to retain. Fretwork and any work on the nut, saddle or finish follow the assessment of that instrument.
Case studies
Three repairs from our workbench
The Canyon shows bridge regluing and bracing repairs, the Mountain documents a soundboard crack repair, and the Morris illustrates a more extensive acoustic restoration.
Canyon / GUITAR LAB
Bridge regluing and brace repairs on an acoustic guitar. Canyon W-70
The bridge outside and the braces inside the body need separate checks. Here is how these repairs are prepared, and why glue alone is not enough.
Read the case study
Mountain / GUITAR LAB
An acoustic soundboard crack: assessment and repair planning. Mountain W350
A visible line does not tell the whole story of a guitar’s body. We explain how to assess soundboard damage and plan service for an older acoustic.
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Morris / GUITAR LAB
Restoring an acoustic guitar: from diagnosis to setup. Morris WL-35
When does an acoustic need more than a setup? Our Morris WL-35 project shows how to organise the work around the instrument’s actual condition.
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Arranging an acoustic guitar repair
We agree on the work and cost before starting. Contact us before arranging delivery from another country.
Description and photographs
Include the make, model, symptoms and any known previous repairs. Attach a photograph of the whole guitar and close-ups of the area that needs attention.
Inspection and quote
We assess the structure and the parts affecting playability, establish what needs repairing and discuss the scope with you.
Repair and setup
After the agreed repairs, we check the instrument and make the appropriate setup adjustments. We explain the work when handing the guitar back.
Questions about acoustic guitar repairs
Do you repair modern acoustic guitars?
Yes. We carry out routine servicing and repairs on modern and vintage guitars. The work depends on the instrument’s condition and your requirements.
Does high action mean the bridge needs regluing?
Not necessarily. The cause may relate to adjustment or structural condition. An inspection establishes whether a setup is sufficient or a repair is needed.
How much does a bridge reglue or crack repair cost?
The cost depends on the condition of the joint and wood, previous repairs and the work required. Photographs help us begin the discussion; we agree on a detailed quote after assessing the instrument.
Can I send a guitar from another country?
We agree on the repair and acceptance of the instrument individually. Start with a description and photographs, then confirm delivery and return transport with us before dispatch.
GUITAR LAB / SELECTED VINTAGE GUITARS
Tell us about your acoustic guitar
Include the model, describe any changes you have noticed and attach photographs. If you plan to ship the guitar, tell us which country you would ship it from.
ul. Dąbrowskiego 307, 60-406 Poznań, Poland+48 789 093 840
shop@selectedvintageguitars.com