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Old 03-31-2013, 12:31 PM
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Depends on what you are building, but most plans I have seen are design built for average results, and are somewhat over built with regard to bracing. You really need to find out from someone who has used the plan. Yes it does matter what you use for bracing. There are lots of opinions out there, and you'll have to decide for yourself what works for you. Again, it depends on what you are building. I build classical guitars, and I now use Lutz Spruce exclusively for all my top bracing, even on Cedar and Redwood tops. Why? Because it works for me and I have a very reliable source for my brace wood.
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