Violin bridge shaping

1. How do you shape a bridge for a violin?
2. Is a violin bridge supposed to be bent?
3. Why is the bridge on a violin curved?
4. Which way should a violin bridge lean?

How do you shape a bridge for a violin?

The shape and placement of the violin bridge are critical for maximizing the instrument's potential.

1. The bridge feet should be centered on the f-hole notches.
2. The crown (top) of the bridge should be the same shape as that of the fingerboard. ...
3. The feet must be completely flush with the face of the instrument.

Is a violin bridge supposed to be bent?

A warped bridge is not correct. Even a slight warp will cause intonation problems. The front of the bridge gives the impression of a lean toward the tailpiece. ... The back of the bridge should be perpendicular to the top of the instrument.

Why is the bridge on a violin curved?

In this position the feet of the bridge should be in complete contact with the violin top. Since the top of the violin belly is curved, the bottom soles of the bridge's feet should likewise be curved to ensure maximum contact between the two surface areas, allowing optimum transfer of vibration energy.

Which way should a violin bridge lean?

It should be straight and parallel to the fingerboard and centered between the f-holes. The feet of the bridge should lay flat with the belly of the violin. Since your instrument and the bridge are made of wood, they both can expand and contract, causing the bridge to lean.