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Old 08-14-2007, 04:46 PM
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What kind of relief do you try and aim for? By capoing the first fret and holding down on the 24th how much in mm or thousands do you aim for? Also with no string pressure what action do you go for at the 24th? Thanks ...Tom
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Old 08-14-2007, 08:39 PM
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Personally, I like between .010 and .025. Generally .020 seems to be where it usually ends up.
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Old 08-14-2007, 09:11 PM
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what's a 24th fret?

20 frets is just fine ... although 21 is also a nice number



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Old 08-14-2007, 11:38 PM
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I shoot for a straight neck. I use almost no relief at all. If I do, it's usually on the bass side (I use two truss rods). Maybe the thickness of a business card.
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