As has been mentioned, classical guitars are usually only compensated at the saddle, and the vast majority use a flat 2mm average for all the strings.
Just so, are classical guitars supposed to have high action?
Classical guitars have higher action than steel-string guitars. Nylon strings are under lower tension and vibrate in a wider arc, so they need that extra space to do their thing.
Similarly, are guitar saddles important? As we’ve seen, the saddle plays a significant role in setting up the action and intonation of a guitar, as well as contributes to the tone.
In respect to this, do I need a compensated saddle?
This type of saddle will have a raised end or grooves (usually for the B string) that provide the best intonation for the best tone and accurate pitch. The reason most guitarists say a compensated saddle is a ‘must’ for accurate intonation with standard and other tunings is for a few reasons.
Does a bone nut and saddle make a difference?
However, with Tusq saddles, bone does not necessarily produce a better tone but does a different one. Generally speaking, the bone produces a warmer and fuller tone, whereas Tusq produces a brighter and cleaner tone. It depends on the individual player and specific guitar as to which saddle material is preferred.
Does guitar saddle affect sound?
Changing the saddle height does change the quality of sound. Falmenco guitars have the saddle lower, so the strings are closer to the soundboard. This is partly responsible for the different tone of a good flamenco guitar.
Does saddle height affect tone?
It’s more likely that lower saddle height and action indicate a lower string height off the top. Reducing torque at the bridge will significantly affect tone and volume. Saddle height alone doesn’t explain it. The action can remain the same, but a taller or shorter bridge would mean the saddle height changed.
How do you change a classical guitar saddle?
How do you fit a guitar saddle?
How do you fix a broken guitar saddle?
How do you install a compensated saddle?
Is my guitar saddle too low?
Saddle filed down too low (No good)
The guitar is likely to have buzzing problems, or this could be a clear sign of manufacturing fault where the neck angle is incorrect. Having an overly low saddle would also mean a shallow break angle. So a look from the side will show this.
Should I change guitar saddle?
There is no need to replace a guitar’s saddle unless it has been fractured or otherwise has been rendered unusable. Even a saddle that has been shaved too low to properly position the strings or making the action too low can often be shimmed to bring it back into proper position.