Few things affect a player’s satisfaction with their instrument like where the action is set. Action is bounded by technical upper and lower limits. Within that range, where your action should be set largely depends on who you are, how you play, and what you prefer.

During a recent consultation, the player asked if there was any difference or benefit to choosing a slotted versus solid headstock.

If you live in Chicago or someplace with a similar climate, you see a lot of seasonal change in temperature and humidity.  One common symptom is something called “fret sprout.”