Problem: a WaRpEd guitar top!

High action turned out to be a symptom of trouble for this guitar. The owner felt the strings were a little high. Taking a closer look, Dan Erlewine finds that the bridge is just about to pop off! A hump had formed under the bridge, and Dan comes up with an interesting solution.

Thanks to our friend Dakota Dave Hull for his music in this video.

For more information on tools and parts:

Acoustic Bridge for Martin

Precision Straightedge

Teflon Fret Dam

3M Stikit Sandpaper

StewMac Ultimate Scraper

Behlen Ground Hide Glue

[eNosArmory]

Dan represents everything that is good about YouTube... taking the skills you have learned through years of doing what you love and sharing it with world one video at a time.

[whatwouldhousedo]

I could watch Dan Erlewine work all day. Master craftsman.

[FretFriendGWaL]

How can even one person dislike anything about Dan Erlewine? I wouldn't run a guitar repair shop without finding this man on YouTube and his video's / books are my 'go to' media if I need help!

[bobareeniobobareenio]

Dan Erlewine is a true Luthier and a gentleman! I once wanted to contact him with a question and he was gracious and honest in his reply. What a great guy!

[takl]

This gentleman reminds me of my grandfather. He had a tool for every job you could imagine and was a fix it genius.

[tiny]

I can't play guitar, but I'm fascinated on how you fix them. Im addicted to all of your videos. Binge watched them all! LOL

[thrasherx]

It is always great to see a master at work

[fuerlingerp]

Damn, that bridge pop off scared the crap outta me!

[DragonCrestPC]

These videos never get old, great job as always!

[adriankirk]

I love to watch the skill from a master of his craft.

[FrankXFlores]

You know from the start of the video ..this man knows his stuff. Thanks for sharing

[Danielsobotta]

could watch your Instructionals for hours. ... nice guy with fantastic knowlegde!!!

[ClintE]

I recently discovered this Chanel after having my banjo repaired. And I may give some of this a try. I ready enjoy the craftsmanship.

[DonCrowder]

"Back In The Saddle Again" after tweaking the saddle. :) I love nerd humor. You da man Dan!

[davidasher]

I had to rewind that bridge popping off part. Dan’s sense of humor is classic!

[scoutrifle]

If Dan had been my teacher in school, I would have actually learned something! Super-valuable instruction here.

[herringbone]

Perfect lesson in working smart and not overcomplicating a repair project. Well done.

[larrykeilman]

I learn something new every time I watch a Stew Mac video, AND I thoroughly enjoy Dan's approach to his work!

[davidjeremiahmullins]

I can not believe how much I enjoy these

[BAJARACERX]

I dont get why other guitar techs and luthiers rag on this guy, i think hes awesome