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cablepuller1
PostPosted: Thu Dec 28, 2017 7:42 am 
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Hi,

Just finished an acoustic build and put the strings on today, how long does it take to settle in as I am considering taking it to a pro tech I know for a proper set up. I am never that happy with my own set ups
Should he do the initial set up? Or should I string it and leave it settle then take it to him?
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Before you take it to someone else, give it a chance to settle in. Consider what might the setup need, then do it. That's the best way to learn and get better...

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Give it at least 48 hours to realize that is no longer a tree, but a musical instrument.

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Yes. Definately let it settle in for a week.

Make sure the neck set, nut action, fretwork, and bridge placement/intonation are nominally in the right ballpark - at least in the range expected out of factory guitars.


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