Shaping, slimming, shaving, sanding, re-profiling a guitar neck carving at Haywire Custom Guitars Inc. Haywire Custom Guitars offers guitar neck carving as a custom modification service, allowing players to reshape and thin guitar necks for a more comfortable and personalized playing experience. They can duplicate existing neck profiles or shave down existing necks to achieve a desired thickness and feel.
Key aspects of Haywire’s neck carving service:
Neck Profile:
This refers to the shape of the back of the neck, also known as the neck back shape.
Shaving/Thinning:
They can remove material from the neck to make it thinner and more comfortable, particularly for players with smaller hands or who prefer a thinner profile.
Duplication:
They can copy the profile of a guitar neck you like, ensuring your new neck feels just right.
Customization:
You can specify your desired thickness measurements or send a neck for duplication, allowing for a tailored fit.
Refinishing:
After shaving, they replace the finish on the back to preserve the wood and maintain a smooth feel.
Cost:
The service costs $135.00 plus return shipping, according to Haywire Custom Guitars.
How it works:
Send your guitar/neck: You can either send your existing guitar (for a complete neck setup) or just the neck.
Specify your desired profile: If you know the measurements, you can send them. Otherwise, you can send a sample neck for duplication.
Haywire shaves the neck: They use digital calipers to measure and reshape the neck to your specifications.
Refinishing: They replace the finish to ensure a smooth and durable surface.
Return: Your modified neck (or guitar) is returned to you.
Guitar Neck Shaving: Making a Good Guitar Feel Right
The correct guitar neck is the one that allows you to play comfortably and naturally. That is where guitar neck shaving, thinning, and reshaping can make a remarkable difference. At Haywire Custom Guitars, neck shaving is not about making every guitar neck thin. It is about changing the existing neck so that it better fits the player. Primary Benefits Better Comfort: Essential for players with smaller hands or those experiencing hand fatigue. Increased Speed: A thinner profile permits faster thumb movement and fluid transitions across the fretboard. Affordable Customization: Modifying an existing neck is vastly cheaper than buying a whole new custom guitar.
