Brian: For "entry level" pianos, a quicker repair would be to make a CA glue repair. This will restore the 2 angles of side bearing and the sound will be acceptable. Turn piano over, remove strings from bridge still attached to tuning pins. Pull bridge pins out, pour in gap filling CA glue in limited quantity (thick viscosity), immediately re insert bridge pins positioning them at proper angles. Spray sparingly with accelerator after wiping away any excess glue. Reinstall strings and tune. For other than "entry level" pianos, replacement of bridge or cap would be in order. Martin Wisenbaker, RPT Houston, Texas
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