BENCH NOTES
Writings from the workshop
How to know if you need a fret level
So your guitar strings are buzzing in places when you play it or you depress a string and the notes don’t ring out. Chances are, you need a fret level - potentially even a refret.
How to know if you need a setup
A setup is routine maintenance and care for guitars, basses, and ukuleles. It’s important to understand why and when you’ll need one and what to expect from the process.
Why are my frets popping out?
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.”
A nod to the past, or just a knock-off
I have to ask: why are custom builds so often just knock-offs of the old classics? This is a serious question. Isn’t there room in the market for some originality?