Fingerboard Radius
stonebobbo
Posted 2004-01-21 7:25 PM (#196743)
Subject: Fingerboard Radius



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I've seen guitar descriptions include a measurement for fingerboard radius such as 7.25", 10", etc ... and I'm not sure I understand what this represents. Ovation doesn't list theirs, from what I've seen. Any education is appreciated, but please type slow because I'm easily confused. ;)
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dvd
Posted 2004-01-21 7:36 PM (#196744 - in reply to #196743)
Subject: Re: Fingerboard Radius



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google is your friend! :) check out: Guitar Neck Fingerboard Radius for a great definition.

Basically, imagine the width of the fingerboard as part of the radius of a circle. The larger the radius of that circle, the flatter your fingerboard will be.

I google quickly, but I made sure to type it slowly. Hope that helps!
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Beal
Posted 2004-01-21 7:42 PM (#196745 - in reply to #196743)
Subject: Re: Fingerboard Radius



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It used to be published. I've forgotten what it is, 10 maybe or 12? Fenders from the 50's were 7.5 but they're less now, maybe 10 as well?
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BruDeV
Posted 2004-01-21 8:42 PM (#196746 - in reply to #196743)
Subject: Re: Fingerboard Radius


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Ovation = 10
Fender = 9.5
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stonebobbo
Posted 2004-01-21 10:30 PM (#196747 - in reply to #196743)
Subject: Re: Fingerboard Radius



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Thanks, I get it. I suppose I should've googled it, but clearly the information comes faster on this board than I could get it through google (did I mention I'm also easily distracted?). :D
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