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06-11-2010, 01:32 PM

Ken Smith

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but?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arnold Schnitzer

I personally treat the back like a secondary soundboard. I want resonance, and I also want some stiffness in the soundpost area. My back graduations (on roundbacks) would be considered thin by some.

Are the Backs that are thin as you decribe Braced in the center somewhat like a flatback?

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