While there are other methods to determine string spacing, this is one which we call the A – B – C ÷ D formula, as in “A minus B minus C divided by D”. A – Total width of fingerboard at “nut width”. Nut width may be slightly skinnier than overall neck width.
Besides, are the strings closer together on a 3/4 guitar?
In addition to a shorter scale length, ¾ Size instruments also have narrower nut width and smaller frets, meaning that the strings are closer together. This can make grabbing chords a little easier for those with smaller hands.
People also ask, are wide neck guitars easier to play? Guitars with wider necks are generally harder to play. Especially if you have really short fingers. On the other hand, too narrow necks can also make some guitar players struggle. The bottom line is that neck width plays a big role in an overall playability of a guitar.
Beside this, does nut width determine string spacing?
Nut width refers to the width of the guitar’s neck at the nut. String spacing is the distance from the low E string to the high E string and how they spread out as they get closer to the saddle. Some manufacturers take this measurement at the 14th fret, while others take it right at the saddle.
How deep should the strings be in the nut?
The slots should be only deep enough so 1/3 of the string is above the top of the nut and 2/3 in the nut.
How do I know if my nut slot is too low?
To check nut-slot height, hold the string down at the third fret, and see how much it moves over the first fret. This is similar to checking neck relief, but the string should move much less. If the string doesn’t move at all, chances are the slot is too low.
How do you know the string spacing on a guitar?
If you don’t have the pickup already installed to see what string spacing you’re trying to replace, measure the strings. Slide the ruler under the strings and see where they fall in the approximate location of the pickup. You will see where the strings fall and can determine your string spacing from there.
How do you measure nut width on a guitar?
How high should strings be off first fret?
String Height at the 1st Fret
| Low Action | “Normal” Action |
|---|---|
| Low E: 0.51mm (0.020”) High E: 0.30mm (0.012”) | Low E: 0.76mm (0.030”) High E: 0.41mm (0.016”) |
How is pickup pole spacing measured?
The overall difference – when you measure from the centers of the 2 outside pole pieces – is roughly 2 to 3 millimeters. In other words, if you measure from the center of the high E pole piece to the center of the Low E pole piece, a Gibson spaced pickup will measure right around 50 millimeters.
What difference does nut width make?
A wider nut offers more separation between the strings at the headstock end of the neck, while a narrower nut means the strings are closer together.
What is the string spacing on a Stratocaster?
String & mounting spacing
Generalizing, we can say that a string spacing and a 2 7/32″ (56mm) mounting spacing are typical of the vintage style Stratocasters. The 2 1/16″ (52mm) string spacing is typical of the Mexican Standards and of the modern Stratocasters with 2-pivot bridge.