Johnny Z Posted September 30, 2008 Report Share Posted September 30, 2008 I have a schecter c-1 Hellraiser w/ FR. The inlays are abalone and for me they are really hard to see on a dark stage, so I normally cant even really play with this guitart unless the stage is bright enough and we are outdoors doign a gig. I wanted to know if anyone knows where I can take the guitar to have the inlays cut out and replaced with white peraloid...still looking the same as they did before just a different material. I love this guitar so whoever does it I want to be able to trust them doin it right and not messing something up...Please help!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cSuttle Posted October 1, 2008 Report Share Posted October 1, 2008 what type of inlay shapes are they? Dot? Blocks? etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny Posted October 1, 2008 Report Share Posted October 1, 2008 well, it doesnt sound like an ideal solution becuase it would require a refret. unless your really clever about radiusing the inlays first, then if you dont mind having the board smooth where the inlay is it entails more than you would believe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Ross Posted October 1, 2008 Report Share Posted October 1, 2008 You look at the front of the neck when you're playing? Or are you referring to the side dots (which you would normally use to "get your bearings")? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batfink Posted October 1, 2008 Report Share Posted October 1, 2008 what type of inlay shapes are they? Dot? Blocks? etc. From what i can see from a quick google they have a sort of 4pc cross thing - quite a lot of buggering around even for a pro like yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Sorbera Posted October 1, 2008 Report Share Posted October 1, 2008 This probably isn't the answer you want, but you could always just practice playing without looking. I never look at the guitar when I'm playing and i never get lost just because I practice that way and the muscle memory kicks in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny Posted October 1, 2008 Report Share Posted October 1, 2008 yea, i agree with daniel, when i play i never look at the board, it slows me down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cSuttle Posted October 3, 2008 Report Share Posted October 3, 2008 what type of inlay shapes are they? Dot? Blocks? etc. From what i can see from a quick google they have a sort of 4pc cross thing - quite a lot of buggering around even for a pro like yourself. Yes, I see what you mean. That would be a real pain to get right. It would probably be cheaper to sell this one and buy a new guitar that works for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuntinDoug Posted October 4, 2008 Report Share Posted October 4, 2008 Not really my thing, but these may help: http://www.fretlord.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Z Posted October 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2008 thanks guys, sorry I haven't been back to check in a while. I thought about sellign and rebuying buy i love this guitar, It's just a schecter I know but still its an amazing ax. I contacted schecter and they told me to talk to some ron guy, Contacted him and he said he actually designed the inlays for schecter and he could do it, but its a little pricey. How bout completely replacing the fretboard?? How much does that normally cost for a 25 1/2" scale with 24 frets? I'd make it an ebony board with dot pearl inlays... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cSuttle Posted October 6, 2008 Report Share Posted October 6, 2008 thanks guys, sorry I haven't been back to check in a while. I thought about sellign and rebuying buy i love this guitar, It's just a schecter I know but still its an amazing ax. I contacted schecter and they told me to talk to some ron guy, Contacted him and he said he actually designed the inlays for schecter and he could do it, but its a little pricey. How bout completely replacing the fretboard?? How much does that normally cost for a 25 1/2" scale with 24 frets? I'd make it an ebony board with dot pearl inlays... Once again, probably not worth it. That's pretty major surgery and the guitar may not play the same afterwards. There are a lot of amazing axes out there. I would still recommend getting a new one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Sorbera Posted October 7, 2008 Report Share Posted October 7, 2008 thanks guys, sorry I haven't been back to check in a while. I thought about sellign and rebuying buy i love this guitar, It's just a schecter I know but still its an amazing ax. I contacted schecter and they told me to talk to some ron guy, Contacted him and he said he actually designed the inlays for schecter and he could do it, but its a little pricey. How bout completely replacing the fretboard?? How much does that normally cost for a 25 1/2" scale with 24 frets? I'd make it an ebony board with dot pearl inlays... Once again, probably not worth it. That's pretty major surgery and the guitar may not play the same afterwards. There are a lot of amazing axes out there. I would still recommend getting a new one. This man speaks the truth. If he says an inlay/repair job is not worth it, I'd listen to that wisdom and either live with it, or get yourself a new guitar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cSuttle Posted October 9, 2008 Report Share Posted October 9, 2008 This man speaks the truth. If he says an inlay/repair job is not worth it, I'd listen to that wisdom and either live with it, or get yourself a new guitar. Always trust the guy that is trying to talk you out of giving him money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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