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11-20-2021, 07:27 AM
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What causes a dead spot on a classical neck, & can it be fixed?
I have a pretty nice Dauphin classical guitar, but on the G string between the 9th and 12th frets the notes are a bit dead compared to the rest of the neck. They don't ring/sing like the rest of the notes on the neck.
What causes this on a classical guitar, and can it be fixed? Thanks! 
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#2
11-21-2021, 01:24 PM
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Guessing, frets are not level in that area.
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11-21-2021, 02:54 PM
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#4
11-21-2021, 08:11 PM
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If you expect to play the whole neck you should get a good guitar technician to check for level frets, which can change with time and weather. They have spcieal tools to check and correct these problems, which are VERY COMMON and easily fixed. - Stevo
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#5
11-22-2021, 05:48 PM
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Most likely “wolf notes”, which are far commoner on nylon instruments than steel-strings.
Try tuning up or down a tone or so - if the problem moves, it’s a wolf. If it doesn’t, it’s a fret. Cheers, Steve Last edited by Kerbie; 02-07-2022 at 07:21 AM. Reason: Promoting
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#6
12-02-2021, 01:53 PM
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815C take it to a qulified luthier
One member stated you had a wolf note... If you say the G-sting sounds "dead" or lifeless... you don't have a "wolf note".. below is the definition of a WN on a gitter...
A wolf tone, or simply a "wolf", is a sustaining sympathetic artificial overtone that amplifies and expands the frequencies of a played musical note. It is produced when the pitch of the played note is close to a natural resonant frequency of the body of the musical instrument. It is general knowledge that the "G" string on a classical guitar has been the bane for many players. It is generally due to the larger diameter of the string along with what material the string is made of. If you look at some high end steel string guitars and a few high end nylon guitars they are fitted with a compensated saddle to try and address this issue. If you don't wish to take it to a qualified luthier at first, try changing out the "G" string with a new one. Or the whole set... but give the strings time to acclimate (one to two weeks) and settle in. If the problem still exists, the best cure is a technician that can hopefully resolve the issue. Best of luck
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