Acoustic guitars need care and maintenance just like any instrument. It is important that any repair educate himself on general repairs and maintenance issues. Here are some sweet books that I have found about repairing, maintaining, and setting up acoustic guitars.
Guitar Repair: A Manual of Repair for Guitars and Fretted Instruments
Covering the full range of acoustic, or hollow-body, guitars, as well as applications to the mandolin, ukulele, banjo, and lute, renowned craftsman Sloane has created a long-awaited book that makes expert repair techniques accessible to both amateur woodworkers and experienced builders. His comprehensive probelm-solving includes: closing cracks, patching fractures, adjusting poor action, eliminating buzzing, fixing loose braces, repairing bellying tops and neck warps, replacement of the bridge and pick guard, refretting and refinishing, and restoring antique instruments. Excellent photos and diagrams (125!) accompany succinct directions and a master's own tips to make this the essential guide for anyone who owns, plays, makes, or sells guitars, as well as for the woodworkers who wants to construct musical instruments.
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Martin Guitars: A Technical Reference Book 2
Part of a two book set, this book provides information on guitar bodies, necks, headstocks, bridges, woods, as well as other chapters covering Models by Style, the Custom Shop and limited editions. All the lesser known instruments like archtops, electrics, mandolins and ukuleles are included as well, all very collectible. The book ends with exhaustive appendices covering production numbers, retail prices, and instrument specifications. Since Martin guitars are the world's most collectible acoustic guitar line, this book will undoubtedly be the most sought after reference book by any collector or owner of a Martin. If you own a Martin, you own a piece of history and this book will help you discover when it was made and how. This authorized book will finally answer any questions on the stories behind some of the rarest instruments.
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