Day 2 of violin number 2
Didn't think I would be doing this again so soon, but I couldn't stop thinking about everything I'd like to improve on after finishing my first violin in April. I was tempted to try an amati or del gesu model for my second build, but ended up using the Titian outline again as my starting point so I can improve on a form I already have an understanding of. I made a new mold (with help from my CNC operator co-worker) since there were a bunch of irregularities in the one I made by hand last year. I also wanted to do angled blocks this time. I have the blocks glued into the mold, and both plates glued up. Its going quicker so far now that I know what's important to get right for the next step, and I can mostly work from memory instead of stopping every step to read how to do it.
I also measured wood density this time, I dont yet know how to use that information, but I will start doing some research.
The spruce is 0.44 specific gravity, the maple is 0.62. I have been looking at the willemotte strad for arching inspiration. My first fiddle ended up with a fairly low top arch and low projection, so I will like to try going the other direction this time