What fret wire does Warmoth use?

What fret wire does Warmoth use?

Medium Jumbo Narrow (6105) and Medium Jumbo Wide (6150) are our two most popular fretwire sizes.

Why are 6105 frets so popular?

The 6105 is a tall fret (almost as tall as the 6000 size) but quite a bit narrower in width. These are great for getting the added pluses of string bendability and a thicker, meatier sound too. Guitarists that do a lot of bending, such as blues and fusion players, should definitely check out these bigger options.

What size frets should I use?

Short frets like the 6230, 6150, and 6130 are good for people who really like to feel to fingerboard when they play chords. Whereas, jumbo or medium-jumbo frets feel smoother, provide extra sustain, and can let you bend without exerting as much force.

Are wider frets easier to play?

Ease of bending is also enhanced by taller frets, whether wide or narrow. Narrow frets shouldn’t be too hard to bend on, unless they are badly worn down, and they also leave a little more finger room on the fretboard – particularly in the higher positions – which might suit some players better.

How much does Refretting cost?

Refretting usually costs between $200 and $400, and it is worth it if you plan on playing that guitar. Especially if it is a more expensive one. Refretting cheaper guitars might not be a good idea since the whole procedure can cost more than you paid for the instrument.

How long do acoustic guitar frets last?

It depends on the fret material, frequency of your playing and the style of your playing. Taking all these factors in account, guitar frets life can range from a few years to even 20-30 years.

What frets do Les Pauls have?

Both the SG and Les Paul both use 22 frets, in fact. Although Epiphone (and Gibson’s) SG guitars are quite a bit lighter. Early electric guitars used 22 frets as a standard due to the scale length of most guitars. These days, many guitars have 24 frets and a much longer scale length.

Is Refretting a guitar worth it?

So, how much does it cost, and is it worth it? Refretting usually costs between $200 and $400, and it is worth it if you plan on playing that guitar. Especially if it is a more expensive one. Refretting cheaper guitars might not be a good idea since the whole procedure can cost more than you paid for the instrument.

What does Refret mean?

(transitive) To replace the frets on (a musical instrument).