Publisher's Synopsis
ÊSiminoff's Luthier GlossaryÊ is a first-edition compendium of more than 800 technical terms used in the design construction and production of string musical instruments. The handy 6 x9 softcover text is intended for all levels of builders from beginners to advanced and features descriptions of parts techniques tools adhesives finishes machinery woods stains acoustics and legal terms. ÞThe Appendix includes numerous valuable data tables along with two dozen color plates to help recognize the tonewoods and decorative woods used in luthierie.
