string_man Posted January 24, 2021 Report Share Posted January 24, 2021 Hey, I am planning to build a multiscale guitar (with 6 strings, string length from 25" to 26" and a perpendicular 12th fret) and was interested if there are any neck requirements in terms of stability. Do you think a standard trussrod might be enough or would it need more in order to prevent the neck from twisting (such as carbon rods, etc?). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizman62 Posted January 24, 2021 Report Share Posted January 24, 2021 As there's no extra strings there's no huge difference in string pull. A truss rod should be enough. There's nothing against using carbon rods as well. For extra strength and stiffness a laminated neck is also an option. Even a two piece laminate can be stiffer both up-down and sideways than a single piece neck as there's counteracting grain directions and a solid film of glue. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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