Baroque Bridge Replacement & Fitting
Baroque bridge replacement service. Each bridge is custom fitted and expertly carved from a quality Despiau Superior blank for optimal sound and period authenticity.
Baroque bridge replacement service. Each bridge is custom fitted and expertly carved from a quality Despiau Superior blank for optimal sound and period authenticity.
Baroque bridge replacement service. Each bridge is custom fitted and expertly carved from a quality Despiau Superior blank for optimal sound and period authenticity.
Product Information
We offer professional Baroque bridge replacement, custom fitted to your instrument for optimal tone and historical accuracy. Each bridge is carefully carved to suit the width of the feet and the arching of the top plate, ensuring a secure fit and excellent sound transmission.
This service includes:
Removal of the existing bridge (if present)
Inspection of the instrument’s arching and setup
Custom fitting of the bridge feet
Shaping and trimming for period-appropriate sound, projection, and playability
Final adjustments to height, string spacing, and alignment
The price includes a Despiau Superior quality bridge blank, chosen for its fine grain, excellent density, and tonal performance—well suited to historically informed playing.
Baroque bridges are styled and set up for gut string tension and period performance, enhancing tonal warmth and resonance in line with early music practices.
Availability: This service is available at our Billinghay workshop.
Post-in service: Instruments can be posted to us at the owner's risk. All shipping costs must be covered by the customer.
Packaging guidelines:
Loosen the strings slightly before packing
Wrap the instrument in acid-free tissue paper or silk before adding padding
Never allow bubble wrap to touch the varnish directly
Use a hard case or a well-padded box
Clearly label the package as FRAGILE
