mods

One of the best things about electric guitars is the sheer number of modifications and customization options at your disposal! With a bit of work, you can not only dramatically change the sound of your guitar, but the look and feel as well! That neck a little too thick for you? Change it to a thinner profile! Your tone a...

[caption id="attachment_2291" align="alignright" width="300"] '[/caption] Although scalloped fretboards aren’t as common as they once were, it is still a worthy customization if you’re looking to make bends and lead techniques a bit quicker and easier. Scalloping a fretboard basically entails sanding a deep curve between each fret (as shown in the image to the right) in order to reduce the friction between the fingers and the wood. Although scalloped frets help promote good technique and allow for much better vibrato, it can cause less experienced players to have problems trying to play in tune. Also, you won’t be able to feel the wood underneath your finger as you hold down a fret – something that will definitely take getting used to.   Continue reading →