Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the JLD Acoustic Guitar Bridge Doctor? A: The JLD Acoustic Guitar Bridge Doctor is a device designed to enhance the volume of guitars and flatten 'bellied' soundboards. It attaches beneath the guitar bridge, providing leverage to improve sound projection and bridge alignment.
- Q: How does the JLD Bridge Doctor work? A: The Bridge Doctor uses an adjustable spruce pressure post that rests against the tailblock to apply leverage, flattening the soundboard and improving overall sound quality.
- Q: What materials are used in the JLD Bridge Doctor? A: The main component is a spruce device, and it features a brass pin mount for attachment beneath the bridge. The unit includes a tension rod and a spruce pressure post.
- Q: Is the JLD Bridge Doctor suitable for all types of guitars? A: While it can be used on many acoustic guitars, the brass pin mount version is especially recommended for 12-string guitars due to its enhanced bridge contact and sound projection.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the JLD Bridge Doctor? A: The spruce block of the JLD Bridge Doctor measures 3/4" x 1-5/8" x 3-3/8" tall, with a 1/4"-diameter tension rod that is 9" long.
- Q: Are installation instructions included with the JLD Bridge Doctor? A: Yes, the JLD Bridge Doctor comes with installation instructions to assist users in properly attaching the device to their guitar.
- Q: Can the JLD Bridge Doctor improve sound projection? A: Yes, better bridge contact and alignment achieved with the JLD Bridge Doctor can enhance sound projection, leading to a fuller sound.
- Q: What is the benefit of the pin-mounted version of the JLD Bridge Doctor? A: The pin-mounted version attaches securely beneath the bridge using a threaded brass bridge pin, allowing the strings to mount horizontally, which can improve overall sound quality.
- Q: Is the JLD Bridge Doctor easy to install? A: Yes, the installation instructions provided make it straightforward for users to install the JLD Bridge Doctor, even for those with basic guitar maintenance knowledge.
- Q: Where can I purchase the JLD Bridge Doctor? A: The JLD Bridge Doctor can be found at various music instrument retailers and online marketplaces that specialize in guitar accessories.