Nut Width is the most critical measurement, determining the spacing of the strings at the head-stock end of the guitar. A standard electric guitar typically has a nut width around 1.65 inches (42 mm), while a wide neck is generally 1.75 inches or more. Check our wide neck guitars in stock here: https://reverb.com/shop/haywire-custom-guitars
Nut Width is the most critical measurement, determining the spacing of the strings at the head-stock end of the guitar. A standard electric guitar typically has a nut width around 1.65 inches (42 mm), while a wide neck is generally 1.75 inches or more. Check our wide neck guitars in stock here: https://reverb.com/shop/haywire-custom-guitars
Classical guitarists who prefer a wider neck on their electric guitars often do so for finger-style playing and to mimic the feel of a classical guitar’s neck. Haywire Custom Guitars will provide a wider neck, typically 1-7/8 to 2" inches or greater at the nut, and provide more space between strings, making it easier to play complex fingerings and chords. While there isn’t a specific “classical electric guitar” category, Haywire Custom Guitars can do it for players needing this modification.
Your guitar needs to be comfortable and light-weight enough to play for hours at a time in any situation without fatigue. The sound has to be clear and tone-great. It has to be built to withstand the rigors of being on the road whether touring or playing in local venues. It has to feel good to you when you play it. The action and feel need to be consistent all the way down the neck so you won’t be forced to alter your playing technique as you travel around on the fret board. A guitar players instrument needs to be in tune on every fret. We pay careful attention to the intonation settings. It has to look good for you and represent your sense of style. The finish has to last for a long time to protect the wood from absorbing moisture from the atmosphere as well as sweat from direct contact with hard working hands.
A Wide Neck Guitar-Is It For You? Do you need one? 24 years ago, at Haywire Custom Guitars we featured several changes that pleased many of our core customers and one of those changes was “guitar neck shaving” for players with smaller hands. The move proved a big hit. Many players began to think that they can now get their favorite guitars where they want them. New orders for neck shaves were one of the most visible signs of that. Players were getting what they needed and a very reasonable price. At $135 for a custom shave of any thickness, and matching refinish, the total shaving process is a bargain. Suffice it to say a 2 day turn-around time is the second best part.
Versatility of a wide thin flat guitar neck: Offers a balance of comfort for larger hands/fingerstyle players while still potentially accommodating more traditional playing styles and techniques like barre chords.
Which Electric Guitars Have A Wider Neck? The answer: Any ones that you'd like at The Haywire Custom Guitar-Custom Shop. Correct. We are a custom guitar shop and do it all for you. Wide necks, Neck shaving, Restorations, Modifications, Weight relief, Re-wiring, New Pickups, Pots, Switches and whatever else your guitar needs to be comfortable for you. For example, on your existing guitar: We can add a 1-7/8", 2" and 2-1/8" wider neck , align it on all 4 axis, set the margins, switch over your tuners(or use one of our locking sets for $55) and set up the entire guitar for about $375 plus return shipping to your door. "We are musicians working for musicians". Thanks for letting us work for you Warm Regards from the Haywire Custom Guitar Shop in South Carolina! Rick Mariner Haywire Custom Guitars Inc. 2007 Lees Landing Circle Conway, SC 29526 http://www.haywirecustomguitars.com 843-347-5742 haywire@sccoast.net