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¿Se le arquea la tapa o se levanta el puente a tu docerola? - Karma Guitars, Inc.

Is the top of your docearola arching or is the bridge lifting?

The top arches up ("gets a little belly") and the bridge lifts because the 12 strings pull with enormous force, and over the years, a poorly reinforced top will yield. This is prevented with well-designed bracing, a reinforced bridge, and a factory-installed Bridge Doctor, in addition to maintaining stable humidity.

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