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Another possibility would be to keep the standard neck and ask for a wider string spacing if that’s something you like. Probably cheaper since it’s just a modification of the hole placement. 60mm at the bridge is great for finger picking… less so for strumming though |
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For my custom X20 Nylon I specified a neck width of 49 mm at the nut. The width at the 14th fret was increased by the same amount: 61.3 mm.
So as others have mentioned it must be an Emerald design thing. It does help with legato technique up high on the neck, where the high E string can accidentally slip past the fret due to lower tension in the middle of the string.
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This has been a very helpful thread, as I was about to give up hope. I have a video call scheduled for Thursday morning. I really hope I can get something close to what I want. I’m ok with either 1.75” or 1.68” nut width. I prefer 2 3/16” at the bridge but have adapted to the wider 2 1/4” spacing (I strum 60-70% of the time).The problem for me is the combo of the extra wide neck AND the wider spacing. Age and smaller hands/fingers have made this an issue that will likely only increase as time and arthritis goes on. I will post my results after the call.
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For those who may not have explored it, you can get a pretty good idea of what customization costs by checking out the various options in the builder.
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The Builder is an incredible tool to put a potential build together. Let’s hope it eventually incorporates the neck profile issues we’re discussing here - without costing an arm and a leg.
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If you ask for something outside of the options offered, then it’s a matter of a) will they do it, and b) negotiation And don’t lose sight of the fact that the neck profile issues discussed here may not actually be ‘issues’ for many Emerald players, myself included. For example, I’m also on the Facebook CF group, and I don’t think I’ve ever seen a single post there about neck profiles, whether Emerald, Rainsong, or anyone else.
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Partial update from Emerald
I had my meeting with Davy, who was very nice. The lowdown is this:
I will certainly wait for the answers before making this plunge. The upcharge for the change in nut width is $450USD. That's a hefty add on cost, putting the guitar over $4k if you are picking a veneer, which I would like to do. Whether it's worth it or not remains to be seen. I will mull that over when I hear back from him. With RainSong and McPherson's being in the mid $3k range, it definitely gives me pause to think. No guitar company can be all things to all people. I am hoping for the best, but preparing for the worst. And it really is not the worst. I have owned several RainSongs and will likely try a Sable before pulling the plug on either one, if the Emerald doesn't work out. At the end of the day, not much of a sacrifice, at all. Stay tuned. Vince
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A fretboard width that paralleled the string path on 1.75" (or any) nut widths would make a difference to me for future purchases.
It is apparent on the Virtuo too, basically an electric guitar answer where the issue is even more readily apparent, and my primary reason for taking a pass on it for now. I like every other aspect of my Emeralds, and their build quality is absolutely outstanding. No it doesn't hamper my meager skills much, but it is a definite preference. |
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Ghost with K&K Gold Gotohs 1 11/16" nut width 14" Radius $4145 + shipping Not really all that extravagant IMO, but it adds up. Even swapping for the LR Baggs, only brings it down to $3,870 (still over $4k with shipping). The nut width is the big one at $450. But it appears to be the only way to get a narrower neck.
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Strummin' to a different chord Last edited by VJP5; 05-26-2022 at 01:45 PM. |