Just picked this up and......Crack??

[Insomnyteq]

I think it has a top crack. I don't have a lighted inspection mirror so i took some pics of it, hopefully someone will tell me its a Finish crack only, but i suspect the worse. heres the pics:

[Insomnyteq]

sorry for the giant photos, thought it might be easier to tell

[Ned Milburn]

Brand new or second hand??

How long have you had it??

What type of home heat do you use (are you in a heating area??)?

The crack is minimal and not a serious issue if repaired properly. The wood has likely cracked only slightly, judging by the photos. No big deal, but bring it to your local trustworthy pro sooner rather than later. Don't believe those who say "humidify it and ignore it". If it is a crack, the wood should be glued and sealed.

[Insomnyteq]

Originally Posted by Ned Milburn

Brand new or second hand??

How long have you had it??

What type of home heat do you use (are you in a heating area??)?

The crack is minimal and not a serious issue if repaired properly. The wood has likely cracked only slightly, judging by the photos. No big deal, but bring it to your local trustworthy pro sooner rather than later. Don't believe those who say "humidify it and ignore it". If it is a crack, the wood should be glued and sealed.

its an older guitar 1998 Santa Cruz. It happened very recently i suspect as pics dated 11/1 dont have this. i live in North Carolina, the humidity in my office is set to 40%, but i have an in case humidifier ill be putting in with this guitar.


thanks for the advice ill take it to a pro.

[mirwa]

Definetly a crack.

Easy fix for a repairer

Steve