Suhr neck pocket crack

I just received an america elite, which is great in every way, except i just noticed this neck pocket crack. Prices, woods, models and options are subject to change without notice. There is an impact mark on the back by the neck plate and neck pocket cracks on either side, see pictures. Suhr custom modern 2tsb pau ferro neck peach guitars. Once there is glue in the crack, there is no chance to remove it and redo it. To me it looks like maybe the body was exposed to very humid conditions and the body can swell and crack the finish, this is more than a neck pocket crack but id be willing to bet not the wood, unless it was dropped. Pictures are examples only, because every piece of wood has a unique grain pattern and colors are displayed differently. Our necks are truly custom made usa custom guitars replacement necks offer you the best feel, tons of options, and the highest quality available anywhere. In this video i share my experience of neck pocket cracks focusing on a lovely old sunn mustang strat that i bought specifically because the neck pocket was so cracked the neck was practically. Very clean, though there is a really tiny neck pocket crack only in the clear coat, not in the wood, and the very first side dot is missing modifications. The two on the face of the guitar between the neck pocket and the neck pickup rout are as a result of the neck being hit at the headstock and pushing the neck into the body theres not a lot of wood there and it can crack happened to my beater made no difference at all to the tuning stability of the guitar as others say, if it aint broke, dont fix, it so to speak. Its not an ibanez wizard neck and its not a gibson baseball bat. Neck pocket routing template for fender instructions.

When i first opened the box of my first suhr which is a standard, it got 2 long cracks on the neck pocket, i was really upset about that and i had been wondering for about a week. Super cool little doublecutaway that shows some signs of wear but is ready to rock. Oh course we dont crack anything but you hear this saying all the time. When you see a crack near the neck pocket going towards the back of the guitar, be cautious and just go to a tech. Hairline cracks in case necks question shooters forum. Ive also had at least two axis guitars with cracks. There is a hairline crack in the finish at the neck pocket which is not unusual. People may crack neck to relieve tension in the neck. I have a guitar with a tiny finish crack at the neck pocket, assumed it was a nothing. Buy with confidence classic antique our perspective. I have been talking to john suhr about this recently and his take on it is was also that it almost always happens during shipping, and that its due to.

On a one piece neck, as is seen on many martin and gibson guitars, cracks typically occur at. If everything went well, you should be able to hold the body by the neck. As i sit and write this, the princess leia bobblehead on my desk nods her head approvingly with every keystroke. See neck inventory build your custom neck now neck features a number of. Mine has a crack too on the lower side but the neck.

The suhr ts classic combines the body styles of the classic and classic t for the most comfort and playability in a guitar. Neck has never been on a guitar and is nice and straight with really smooth level frets. If you find neck cracking becomes a habit or doesnt provide lasting relief then its probably time. How to repair hairline cracks around strat neck pocket. They are not always there but can happen from a drop in the case, shipping or if the wood shrinks or expands. If your crepitus neck is accompanied by any of the following factors, you should seek the advice of your doctor as it may be indicative of a. Fixing a cracked gibson neck august, 2015 dagna silesia. I bought my suhr classic antique around 5 months ago and have been loving it. Natural finish on this quilted top looks like you could stick your hand in it love the le 12th fret inlay, offset block inlays, and logo on the matching headstock beautiful. I just put a deposit on a used american strat that has very slight neck pocket cracks small surface cracks on both sides of the neck, barely visible. Its why companies like washburn, ibanez, esp ltd went to deeper then average neck pockets. I dont have a primer pocket swage so i just sell all the crimped brass at gunshows for 2.

I sold this bass in october 2019, and unfortunately the bass mustve taken a knock in shipping because it arrived at my customers home with a 34 crack in the body finish emanating from the neck pocket. I would clean the crack with solvent like naptha and a brush and wick in some very thin super glue with a razor blade. Stratocaster body wd lake placid blue wdslpb ebay lake. It may be nothing simply a crack in the finish rather than the wood but if it is a developing crack be sure to have it fixed. The appointed gotoh 510 tremolo bridge features dual steel knife edge pivot points to provide greater funct. Used stress crack in finish at neck pocket that has been touched up by our luthier. From the moment you pick it up, the standard pro comes alive in your hands. What happens after that has elluded builders for decades as several guitars require shimming because of the neck. Suhr modern pro victory v50 ibanez lover s1s2 standard pro whether on stage or hanging on the wall, the standard pro is designed to inspire.

The sleek elliptical neck profile, balanced asymmetrical body, and innovative neck heel make the suhr modern an instrument without rival when it comes to. I just bought a 1997 american stratocaster on ebay. This crack is tough to see as its nearly perfectly closed. When i sold my purple 92 evh the buyer wanted to know about the neck pocket. Suhr modern carve top set neck generator matts music. Before trying to crack a stiff or sore neck, consider seeking help from a qualified health professional listed below. Neck grinding or cracking produces a crackling sound similar to what we hear when some people twist their knuckles to reduce stress. Neck pocket cracks fender stratocaster guitar forum. The pro series c1 from luthier john suhr boasts lushes tones and a gorgeous three tone sun burst. Cracking your neck gently or only on occasion generally wont cause you any harm.

Filling the gap or gaps so neck fits tightly in the neck pocket is the only fix. Posted on october 22, 20 at october 23, 2018 by doug knight. When neck cracking and popping needs medical attention. With over 80 shape and thickness combinations, plus a choice of time tested tone woods, usacg necks are truly custom pieces, made for individual players preferences. The cracks sound like stress cracks indicative of a tight neck pocket. If you love strats and telecasters, own the best of both worlds. Suhr standard hss guitar, orange crush metallic, rosewood. Even in a home with well maintained climate sometimes the humidity can go hair wire.

The neck was cracked in several places, and the more cracks, the harder it is to put together. I also promised to show you how i modified the neck pocket to cure a nonadjustable problem with fret buzz at. I have a suhr modern and it is hands down the nicest guitar ive ever played. The frets feel great to me and you can bend for days on them. Neck pocket routing templates are for building solidbody guitars or basses with bolton necks. Very good used condition, hairline crack at pocket see photo great chance at. Please contact us for information on anything not shown here. This shortish video looks at neck pocket cracks the scourge of just about all boltnecked guitars bought online. The body is made from solid alder and the neck and fingerboard from maple and rosewood respectively. The suhr guitars pro series features the same great fit and finish as the custom series suhr guitars, but at a much more affordable price point. It has some small dings and scuffs pictured and the usual fender crack in the paint near the neck pocket. However, it can result in some undesirable side effects like pain, osteoarthritis, and stroke. The neck is thin but still feels sturdy in your hand.

Tuning stability comes from a cracking hipshot hardtail bridge, it offers. Fixing a cracked gibson neck silesia guitars guitar. A few posts ago, i showed you my new strat named ray which is made from parts. My evh didnt have any cracks and my 2000 axis has now issues in the neck joint. Shes a very encouraging muse, and i have to admire the smooth and silent flexibility of her neck as it supports her improbably large head. Our necks are truly custom made necks usa custom guitars. Strandberg, prs, suhr, music man, parker, ibanez, mayones. Now test the fit by fitting the neck inside the pocket. Cracked necks and headstocks archive finger lakes guitar.

Suhr classic jm roasted neck lake placid bluedemo guitars electric. I will say this too, once you play an axis or ebmm evh you wont play the prs very much. Suhr custom modern custom colour rw neck with ebony fb huge selction of. The neck pocket and the neck heel are manufactured assuming a 0 degree angle. Just curious is there any danger to the guitar beyond aesthetic. Hello, i was thinking about bidding on an item on ebay but i am not very experienced and i have a question. I stopped by my local guitar shop today and fell in love with this mim stratocaster 60th anniversary edition from 2006. Lovely daphne blue color, but the seller forgot to mention that it has a pair of 12inchlong hairline cracks in the finish coming out from each corner of the neck pocket.

Another neck pocket crack fender stratocaster guitar forum. Loose neck pockets dont allow the neck and body to couple as well. A maple neck the suhrs birdseye neck really doesnt count here in this analysis, because it was a free courtesy option given to a dealer is usual, and so are rosewood fingerboards. Neck pocket cracks are about the most common thing to happen to a neck pocket if there is a snug fit to the neck. Heres what you need to know about the risks and treatments. I have been talking to john suhr about this recently and his take on it is was also that it almost always happens during shipping, and that its due to very rough handling the guitar stops abruptly when its thrown and.

Opinion on a recent guitar purchase, neck joint cracks. Suhr custom modern 2 tone sunburst pau ferro neck sn 43679 we have a great. Also, i think there are very few builderscompanies making instruments at the level of fit and finish as suhr. Once you are happy with the fit, remove the neck and do not test the fit. This beautiful suhr classic antique custom was originally ordered through georges music center by one of the better players in the area after 6 years he has decided to sell this beast this guitar is super light weight at 7. This neck was cracked when the guitar hit the floor headstock first and is not the typical crack behind the nut youll find from over tightening of the nut, although the repair is the same for both. On the forearm area there are two small finish scratches shown in the pictures. If its of any interest, i have a new shur pro superb guitar which also has a neck pocket finish crack.