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Do you need 2 string trees on a Strat?

On vintage stratocasters (and telecasters) there is only on string tree. The string tree is there to create more back-angle at the nut, because stratocaster heads are straight (unlike e.g. les pauls). Later on they made guitars with two string trees.

How high should the nut be on an acoustic guitar?

The top of the nut is shaped to follow the radius of the fretboard, and the string slots also follow this curve. To allow the strings to clear the top of the first fret, the bottoms of the slots should be . 030″ higher than the fret height.

Is amp better than audio interface?

Amp Vs Audio Interface. Audio interfaces tend to have better sound quality than amps because you can process it more later with the computer. However, audio interfaces may have latency issues depending on your computer and sound cards. You need a relatively powerful computer to process the sound without delay.

Are Nickel Wound strings better?

Generally speaking, pure nickel guitar strings are warmer, are fuller in the bass register, and have less mid-range content. Think of them like a string that’s already been broken in a bit. Nickel wound guitar strings are brighter, more mid-rangey, and have sharper, crisper attack.