If I wanted to switch my KSD proto j 705 from a 35" scale to a 34" scale, do I just need a new neck? Is it really that simple?
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35" to 34" conversion question
- Thread starter lefty1979
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No. Bridge would also have to be re-aligned. More trouble than it's worth. Better off getting a Fender Jazz.
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No, unless you have one custom fit to the body to adapt it for the 1" scale change. The modshop way to do this is to re-rout the body for the new neck to adapt the scale, but there are many ways to achieve it, none of which are cheap and easy
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Do you think that the expense is worth it to save ~2.9% distance differential? Stretching will save you a LOT of money.
Moving the bottom strap pin off the centerline towards the bass side (or adding a second pin there) should both shift the bass a bit to your right, and angle the neck up a bit. Both may help if you're having reach problems.
