dpappas Posted July 17, 2022 Report Posted July 17, 2022 I will need to get some layer of protection on the upper treble bout rib where my hand contacts the instrument. I know adhesive tape/film is commonly used but has anyone used renaissance wax or even micro suction film to do the same. What products do those experienced in this layer of protection recommend?
Jeffrey Holmes Posted July 17, 2022 Report Posted July 17, 2022 Try a search on MN or google mentioning MN. Several discussions should pop up.
FiddleDoug Posted July 17, 2022 Report Posted July 17, 2022 I don’t think that Ren wax would work for that. It goes on in a micro thin coating, and might just make it slippery.
dpappas Posted July 18, 2022 Author Report Posted July 18, 2022 14 hours ago, Jeffrey Holmes said: Try a search on MN or google mentioning MN. Several discussions should pop up. Thanks, Jeffrey, I have read the MN threads of yore, and was wondering if there was an update since then with respect to people's experiences. (by the way, your past advice to another member about using a bridge with smaller foot spread was the magic I needed for a violin with narrow upper f-hole eyes, so thanks!)
Jeffrey Holmes Posted July 18, 2022 Report Posted July 18, 2022 2 hours ago, dpappas said: Thanks, Jeffrey, I have read the MN threads of yore, and was wondering if there was an update since then with respect to people's experiences. (by the way, your past advice to another member about using a bridge with smaller foot spread was the magic I needed for a violin with narrow upper f-hole eyes, so thanks!) Glad the bridge worked for you! Not much new that I am aware of as far as upper rib protection goes. My standard operating procedure for significant wear in that area is still clean it, seal it, touch in as needed and apply clear (low tack) plastic sheet barrier. I use a specific book cover with a matte sheen personally. Most who don't know it's there tend to miss it unless they take a close look. Waxes (even ren. wax) can slow the wear if the varnish has been corrected before applying, but their protection is temporary. If the varnish is reacting from hand contact, I think a plastic barrier is best.
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