CBS Strat® style replacement neck features a maple fingerboard fitted with 22 medium frets. If installing vintage tuners; you may be required to install 10 mm adapter bushings.
Consequently, are Warmoth necks finished?
Vintage Tint Satin Nitro
On maple necks with maple fretboards the entire neck is finished including the fretboard and frets. We do not remove the finish from the frets. … It is a tinted color, not a “relic” finish.
Just so, do Warmoth necks fit fender bodies? Warmoth adheres to Fender’s® USA vintage/original neck heel and neck pocket dimensions on all models (except when noted). … Unfortunately, they are not universal…even among Fender® products. Careful measurement is the only way to be sure your parts will be compatible.
Likewise, people ask, do Warmoth necks need fret leveling?
Most Warmoth necks are playable as they are received and do not require fret leveling. However, because wood moves with changes in temperature, humidity and string tension fret leveling may be required.
Do you have to finish a guitar neck?
Maple. Unlike Rosewood and Ebony maple fretboards do require sealing. In most cases this is in the form of Nitrocellulose Lacquer. … If using lacquer, you will need to apply your finish and then cut away the build up on top of the frets, so the fret wires are exposed.
Does CBS still own Fender?
CBS owned Fender for a total of 19 years, leading to the unofficial designation of Fender guitars built during that time as “CBS-era” instruments. Guitarists and collectors have long debated the merits of the instruments built during this era.
Does Warmoth make necks for Fender?
How long does a Warmoth neck last?
For the time being also expect:
Orders will take 2-4 weeks longer that published lead times. Response to email will take up to 4-5 days.
How much does a Warmoth neck cost?
Re: How much do YOU spend on Warmoth???
The average seems to be around $1000 – $1200.
What finish does Warmoth use?
Gloss & Satin Finish Options
Every finish color Warmoth offers is available as Gloss or Satin. Both are equally beautiful, thin, and durable.
What fret size is best?
Short frets like the 6230, 6150, and 6130 are good for people who really like to feel to fingerboard when they play chords. Whereas, jumbo or medium-jumbo frets feel smoother, provide extra sustain, and can let you bend without exerting as much force.
When did Fender sell to CBS?
Where are Warmoth necks made?
Made in America
Since 1980, Warmoth has been the ultimate standard in guitar and bass bodies and necks. We manufacture and customize all our boutique quality parts in-house in the heart of the Pacific Northwest: Puyallup, WA, USA.
Will Warmoth assemble guitar?
No, you cant send a guitar into warmoth to assemble, they don’t offer this service. You have to buy the body, neck, hardware and pickups all separate and assemble it yourself. 5) If you had another chance would you go through Warmoth, or just buy a guitar in a shop.