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Category: Neck Design

link to Guitar Neck Shapes Explained: The Ultimate Guide

Guitar Neck Shapes Explained: The Ultimate Guide

The shape or profile of a guitar neck massively impacts how it feels to play. There are four different aspects to consider: Profile (shape) Depth (thickness) Fretboard Width Fretboard...

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link to Ibanez Wizard Neck Guide (Comparing the Different Versions)

Ibanez Wizard Neck Guide (Comparing the Different Versions)

Ibanez Wizard necks are hugely popular in the shred scene due to their thin profile, large fingerboard radius and wide fretboard. There are many different types of Wizard necks, all with slightly...

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link to 7.25″ vs 9.5″ Fingerboard Radius: Complete Comparison

7.25″ vs 9.5″ Fingerboard Radius: Complete Comparison

Around 2/3 of Fender electric guitars have a 9.5" fretboard radius which was introduced in the '80s. The next most common Fender fingerboard radius is 7.25" which is used on vintage inspired guitars....

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link to 21 vs 22 Fret Guitar Necks: Does it Matter?

21 vs 22 Fret Guitar Necks: Does it Matter?

Fender and Squier Telecaster and Stratocaster guitars have either 21 or 22 frets. Fender have used 21 fret necks all the way from the '50s until the present day, but 22 fret necks were not used by...

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link to PRS Neck Profiles Explained: Comparing Shapes and Sizes

PRS Neck Profiles Explained: Comparing Shapes and Sizes

There are 6 main PRS neck profiles: Pattern Pattern Regular Pattern Thin Pattern Vintage Wide Thin Wide Fat All these necks are based on the C-shape and have the following...

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link to Indian Laurel vs Rosewood Fretboards: What’s the Difference?

Indian Laurel vs Rosewood Fretboards: What’s the Difference?

Rosewood has been a stable choice of fingerboard wood for electric and acoustic guitars for a long time, but it has since become less popular due to import and export restrictions paving the way for...

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