Fiddl•ette Tailpiece Repair | Mortise Crack and Aluminum Insert Fix

Here is a Fiddl•ette that came in with a crack in the mortise slot that holds the tailpiece. There wasn't much to clamp to, especially since it took quite a bit of pressure to close the crack properly. Once the repair was complete, I reshaped the aluminum insert so it would sit securely in the slot without putting unnecessary outward pressure on the mortise. I also added a small piece of leather so the curved tailpiece would press gently against it, providing both cushioning and reinforcement.

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A compact, ingeniously designed string instrument line created to stand in for the violin, viola, cello, and bass in both classroom instruction and home practice. The fingering and tone production mirror those of full-size instruments, allowing students to transition seamlessly. Built for serious study, the Fiddl‑ette is no toy—it features a solid one-piece carved wood body, interchangeable replacement parts, a patented adjustable chinrest, open pegbox design, and a bridge that fits into pre-milled grooves for perfect placement. Each complete outfit includes everything a student needs: waterproof bag, German bow, full string set, rosin, E‑string adjuster, fitted bridge, and assembly directions—making it both ambitious and remarkably practical.

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