Jack Allen's Discussions

Touch up Frets advice
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Thanks for reading. I've been battling fret buzz on several guitars and wanted some advice/suggestions. I finally bought a Fret Rocker from Stew-Mac and started to check my guitars. Many (various…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by thefishinmusician Mar 6, 2013.

Info on proper shape for bridge saddle
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Paul, I'm glad you decided to stay! Thanks all for reading and any info on my buzz issue. My question is about the shape or "sharpness" for a saddle to be cut at. I just replaced the stock Corian…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Jack Allen Nov 26, 2012.

Binding on neck has a green hue
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Hi Everyone,I have a near new Gibson acoustic and the binding on the neck is taking on a "Green Hue" to it. Any suggestions on how to fix that or what would cause it. I've tried taking photo's but…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Pierre-Antoine Roiron Nov 10, 2012.

What makes a guitar a "Great Player?"
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Hi Everyone,New to this forum & thank you in advance for reading this question. I wish to move towards doing guitar setups and simple repairs when I retire from my Home Automation/Technology…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Paul Verticchio Jan 20, 2012.