Tyrol/Tirol bassics..(Blockless style)

[Ken Smith]

Originally Posted by Alex Smith

The bass bar was replaced during the restoration. Can't speak for the springing, but considering the level of work done on the rest of the bass, I imagine it was done well.

Alex, do not assume anything. There are still shops and luthiers that believe in springing in a bass bar. It is guaranteed future work for them or for someone!

Call and ask the Luthier if the bass bar was sprung in at all or just flush fit as it should be.

Jeff Bollbach has a great explanation of this subject on his website; http://www.jeffbollbach.com/JB%20II/luthier_rant3.htm