The Truetone finish is actually a catalyzed finish from the cyanoacrylic family. Be catalyzed, it achieves a level of hardness in a few weeks that would take traditional nitro lacquer 20 years to reach. I've used a similar catalyzed finish on both furniture and instruments, and besides being much more durable, it also adds a brighter attack and sparkle. A softer finish (which nitro is when first applied) will dampen higher frequencies.
I have a new Bourgeois D Vintage and the tone is amazing. Dana wouldn't be using this finish if it compromised the tone he's famous for producing.
I have a new Bourgeois D Vintage and the tone is amazing. Dana wouldn't be using this finish if it compromised the tone he's famous for producing.
