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Author:  EddieLee [ Sat Jan 05, 2013 8:23 pm ]
Post subject:  Neck Angle

I am close to gluing down the bridge and neck extension on my first guitar. I am stressing a little about my neck angle. Currently with the frets installed, with a straight edge on the fret board, I have a clearance from the top to the strait edge of 0.393 inches, Is that a good number? I plan on using a .350 inch tall bridge.

Thanks,

EddieLee

Author:  EddieLee [ Sat Jan 05, 2013 8:43 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Neck Angle

Todd Thanks. Do you think that is a bit low, a bit high, or just right? I can argue all 3 [uncle]

Author:  Joe Beaver [ Sun Jan 06, 2013 12:17 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Neck Angle

I believe you are right on.

Recommended is 0.15 to 0.06. Your 0.043 is right where you want to be.

Author:  Trevor Gore [ Sun Jan 06, 2013 5:20 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Neck Angle

Aim for 12 to 14mm string height above the soundboard between strings 3 and 4 when all the dust has settled and you have the set-up as you want it. Remember that your top will likely pull up a bit as well as all the other things going on.

Author:  EddieLee [ Sun Jan 06, 2013 6:15 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Neck Angle

Thanks all. That helps.

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