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If a guitar cracks from low humidity...


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... does it mean it cracks from the inside to the outside? The outside has a protective finish, the inside does not.

 

1) So the split starts inside, right?

 

2) My guitar is new. Do I need to do any sort of preventive treatment to the finish?

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this is from CFM's FAQ page:

"What type of polish do we recommend using on a satin finish guitar?

Actually, special "Martin polish" is to be used primarily on gloss finish guitars. We do not recommend using the special

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1. Yes, cracks normally start from the inside. That is why they sell soundhole humidifiers.

 

2. The only way to prevent humidty problems is through humidity control. Guitar polish / wax helps prevent scratches and reduce wear on the guitar body.

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