My solution for armrest...

**Geiss** · May-03-2010, 1:32pm

I never realized, until a few days ago, what effect my arm against the soundboard has upon sound from my teardrop f-hole instrument. Here is my solution (see below):

Ingredients: Bolivian rosewood scrap, bamboo, lashing material, leather, contact cement, epoxy, ...........patience. Getting a precise cut for the jaw opening took a few tries. It's easily removable but stays where it's supposed to. Admittedly, could use a bit more finishing this coming weekend....
The bottom, where the bamboo is epoxied, has a relieved section (carved with Japanese carving tool) for better fit and mechanical bonding.

The sounds coming from this instrument are much improved.

Best,
David

**Geiss** · May-03-2010, 2:45pm

See below!

**MikeEdgerton** · May-03-2010, 2:45pm

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