# 179 - A Cornerless Violin in beech - No.56

[@montylatham739]

Fancy aplenty to me! The shape of the back and scroll really really sets off the grain of the beech. You make it sound good too. Very nice Graham!!..

[@grahamvincentviolins]

Thanks Monty, you're too kind!

[@jackiemiller6060]

Very nice!!! I agree that the wood is beautiful. The scroll carving is gorgeous. Lovely tone.

[@grahamvincentviolins]

Thanks, appreciated.

[@garthly]

Great sound. Agreed about the less fancy look. Is it the same to play without corners?

[@grahamvincentviolins]

Thanks! Plays much the same, but it does avoid that occasional snagging of the bow on the corners.

[@grahamrodger372]

Sounds very nice. Well done.

[@grahamvincentviolins]

Many thanks!

[@mjf1036]

That one came together rather quickly, yes? You did not even need the power of editing. I see your vision with the beech and agree it is a lovely wood. Sounds great.

[@grahamvincentviolins]

I always like to work quickly and I had a good run without interruption for this one. The simplicity of the beech does make this feel like a purposeful tool, one job - make music!

[@rljll6697]

Beautiful violin and fantastic sound! Do you thickness the entire back to about 2.5 mm? And for the top's thickness?

[@mellissadalby1402]

So the ribs are just one piece per side? Interesting.

[@grahamvincentviolins]

Yes, that's right. It works though, otherwise guitars would have a major problem!!

[@montylatham739]

By the way, how did the hot melt glue work?

[@grahamvincentviolins]

I used it in 2 places during the build, both not being part of the finished violin: 1) end blocks to mould. 2) temporary tack of linings onto mould. Worked really well, it's not a strong glue and it was quick to use and easy to remove. I'd certainly consider using it again.