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01 / The workbench
Your model’s starting measurements for action, neck relief and pickup height, all in one place.
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02 / Find your instrument
Advice that fits what you play.
03 / Field notes
The reference pages to keep coming back to.
01Truss rod adjustmentUnderstand neck relief02Guitar action heightMeasurements & a printable chart03Guitar string gaugesChoose a set for your playing style