These are bypass brackets, which have a lower profile than a standard bracket, so that C-rings, which do not completely encircle the rod, can pass over them. These brackets are only used in the middle of the rod—you must use … Continue reading →

Is epoxy a resin? Epoxy is the family of basic components or cured end products of epoxy resins. Epoxy resins, also known as polyepoxides, are a class of reactive prepolymers and polymers which contain epoxide groups. The epoxide functional group … Continue reading →

Loctite Epoxy Instant Mix 5 Minute is versatile and can be used as an adhesive for a wide range of materials like metal, wood, ceramic, stone, glass, tile, most plastics. What is epoxy good for? One of the most common … Continue reading →

Improperly adjusting the truss rod can irreparably damage your neck, so if you’re uncomfortable with that risk, it may be best to leave the repairs in the hands of a professional. The other problem that adjusting the truss rod can … Continue reading →

When the neck needs adjusting With a truss rod that is functioning properly, there are only two things that might require the neck to be adjusted: A change in string gauge (higher or lower tension) or. A change in weather … Continue reading →

How to Fix a Bowed Guitar Neck Without a Truss Rod – Guide Lose the strings. Do some measuring. Install the clamps. Bring the clothing iron in. Wrap the neck. Use the iron on the neck. Clamp some more. Let … Continue reading →

For acoustic guitars, our recommendation bumps up to 7/64th of an inch (2.78mm) on the bass side and 5/64th of an inch (1.98mm) on the treble side. These are just rules of thumb, of course. There is a considerable amount … Continue reading →

A single-action truss rod (also known as a traditional truss rod) is the most basic type of truss rod. It has one specific function only, which is to counteract the tension from the string pull (thus, taking the pressure off … Continue reading →