Is a thick guitar neck better?
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Is a thick guitar neck better?
Thicker necks are generally made for slower playing, like blues or some rhythm playing etc. Like on a Les Paul standard.
Do some guitars have wider necks?
Wide guitar necks are defined as those whose diameter at the nut is around 1 and 7/8” / 47.6 mm. The main manufacturer of wide-neck guitars is Seagull; they really own the market in this category. There are a few outliers, but Seagull is where you’ll find the most options for wide-neck guitars.
Which Fender guitar has the widest neck?
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| Guitars | Width at Nut | Scale Length |
|---|---|---|
| Gibson Les Paul Standard | 1.695″ | 24.75″ |
| Gibson SG Standard | 1.695″ | 24.75″ |
| PRS SE Standard | 1.6875 | 25 |
| Fender American Ultra Stratocaster | 1.685 | 25.5 |
Do electric guitars have different neck widths?
Different types and brands of guitars have different neck widths. Electric guitars usually have a neck width of slightly under 1.7 inches, the acoustic guitar standard is 1.72 inches while the standard classical guitar is 2 inches.
Which electric guitar has the narrowest neck?
The electric guitar with the thinnest neck is likely the Fender American Professional’s Kurt Cobain Jaguar or its slightly cheaper cousin, the Mustang. Several factors influence neck thickness and, ultimately, the thinness of the neck depends on personal comfort and choice.
Are wide-neck guitars easier to play?
Wide-neck guitars can be easier to play depending on your circumstance and the style you want to play. There are some benefits to a wide-neck guitar if you have larger hands and thicker fingers. Overall, the difference is quite negligible for beginners and best discovered through experience with that instrument.
How wide is a Stratocaster neck?
The neck width at the nut of a typical Strat is 1.650 inches (42mm).