piofusco
Inspired
Looking to get a replacement neck from either Musikraft/Warmoth for my 1989 Fender Stratocaster Plus. Some things I would enjoy having on a guitar neck:
If you have any experience with these qualities in a neck build and have advice/criticisms, please share below.
- Roasted/Caramelized wood - I know Warmoth does not offer this feature, while Musikraft does for $100. I haven't seen as many Musikraft parts as I would like - buying a neck without seeing/playing it makes me a bit nervous. Can anyone on the forum vouch for them, specifically, a roasted neck?
- 1 Piece Maple - I am curious to see a 2 piece maple neck though. Doesn't multiple pieces of wood complicate things? I'd love to understand why you would want a neck in multiple pieces.
- Compound radius (12"-16" or 10"-16") - What kinds of guitars have a 12-16 vs. a 10-16 radius on them? My strat has a 9.5", but I've played classical for years and find it more comfortable.
- Stainless Steel Jumbo Frets - because they won't wear down (as fast).
- Sperzel Tuners - because I like locking and quick string changes.
- Wilkinson Roller NOS or Bone Nut - because I like locking and tradition, but hate Floyd Rose.
- 24 frets - because rock. Will I have any issues with the location of my neck pickup?
- Dual Trust Rod - because stability. And Alabama humidity.
If you have any experience with these qualities in a neck build and have advice/criticisms, please share below.