Hard Skills
AdvancedFine Woodworking and JoineryThe specialized skill of shaping, repairing, and joining wood components specific to stringed instruments using traditional hand tools.
ExpertAcoustic Tonal AdjustmentThe ability to manipulate internal components like the soundpost and bass bar to optimize the instrument's sound projection and quality.
AdvancedVarnish Restoration and RetouchingThe process of matching historical varnish colors and textures to hide repairs and protect the wood.
IntermediateStructural Damage DiagnosisIdentifying internal cracks, seam failures, and neck misalignments through visual and tactile inspection.