In 1968 the internal bracing of the Dove was made heavier; while this made a sturdier guitar that was less likely to be returned to Gibson for warranty work, the volume of the guitar was reduced and the tone was negatively affected.
The internal bracing of the Dove was made heavier. This was in 1968. This made a sturdier guitar. This sturdier guitar was less likely to be returned to Gibson for warranty work. The volume of the guitar was reduced. This made a sturdier guitar. This sturdier guitar was less likely to be returned to Gibson for warranty work. The tone was negatively affected.