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Old 08-30-2010, 07:36 AM
Neil K Walk Neil K Walk is offline
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Originally Posted by oldrocker View Post
You didn't say what kind of guitar you are using. You've probably already addressed the issue as long as you've been playing but playability, in terms of fast leads on an acoustic, has more to do with the guitar's ergonomics (especially neck shape and distance between the strings at the nut and saddle) and setup than with the strings.
^ this. Has the guitar been set up recently? I find that string height and the condition of the frets has a great effect on a guitar's playability. You also didn't mention what model guitar this was? Is it a bigger body, i.e. thicker in the middle and with a deep body. Is there a cutaway? How slim is the neck? Regardless of any of this, there are ways to hold the guitar and position your wrist that could make it easier for you to get around the fretboard.
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