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Comment by BUGGY (C) on October 5, 2014 at 11:59pm

Tang widths and blade widths??? Now there's a point I forgot to add to the list above.

Comment by BUGGY (C) on October 5, 2014 at 11:42pm

Thanks Diglydog yes haven't been using string compensation
So it could be the issue
Will give it a go.
Yes snow Cauldron is excellent value and quick.

The Stuff you can get from china is on a roll and ben
So not great..

Had some stew mac scales but i don't
Think they allow for string angles.

I know your cbg's work well so will try your scales

I fancy trying a 20inch scale as I have a guitar with
It that sounds great..

Travel sizes CBG would be handy.

Comment by Diglydog on October 5, 2014 at 11:23pm

Use whatever scale length you want, within reason.

I use this fret distance calculator (many others are available) and I tick the 'stretch compensation' box to allow for string stretch.

http://windworld.com/features/tools-resources/exmis-fret-placement-...

I buy my fret wire from ToneTech Luthier Supplies.  I forget which type it is - I just tell him that it's for CBGs.  They aren't the cheapest but the tang width matches my saw, so the job is easy.  Snowcauldron also offers an excellent service but the wire I got from him had a slightly wider tang.  It's just a case of buying what suits you.

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