Precision Fret Gauge
$15.99
- Gauge includes 4 key measurements for evaluating frets and diagnosing possible fret issues: fret level, fret seating, fret height, and fret size
- Precision, smooth stainless steel without the annoying, messy oil found on traditional feeler gauge sets
- Easy to follow instructions printed right on the handle, and includes a convenient hang hole
- Laser etched sizes (in. & mm) & fret diagnostic type so they won’t rub off
- Works in tandem with MusicNomad’s Precision Fret Rocker+ (sold separately) the perfect fret evaluation tool combo for all fretted instruments including acoustic guitars, electric guitars, bass, and more
Are you experiencing fret buzz? You may have uneven frets. Being able to evaluate your frets is the first step in fret care for all fretted instruments. MusicNomad’s Precision Fret Gauge is a must-have tool that will help you do it quickly and accurately. The gauge comes equipped with 4 key measurements for areas to diagnose: fret level, fret seating, fret height, and fret size. It’s perfect for electric, acoustic, classical & bass guitars and features laser etched markings and instructions printed on the handle, and works in tandem with MusicNomad’s Fret Rocker+. Lay fret rocker across 3 frets and check for gap using #1 feeler gauge. If you identify a high fret, check the seating with gauge #2. Need to know if your frets are high enough to level? Use gauge #3. Unsure if your guitar has wide, narrow, or medium frets? Use the notched handle to measure. This gauge’s premium stainless steel construction is free of the annoying, messy oil found on traditional feeler gauge sets. That’s MusicNomad quality – raising the bar in equipment care.
What are signs of uneven frets?
Uneven frets can cause various issues on a guitar (or other fretted instrument), affecting overall playability and sound quality. Uneven frets impede the strings ability to vibrate correctly and can cause fret buzz and cause low notes to choke out. Signs of uneven frets can include:
- Fret Buzz. If you hear buzzing or rattling sound when you play, it could be a sign of uneven frets.
- High Action: If you have frets that are too high, you may have to have high string action to compensate, making playing harder.
What causes fret buzz?
Fret buzz is a common issue on electric guitars and other fretted instruments. Uneven frets can be a common cause of fret buzz, but may also be caused by heavy pick attack, low action, improper neck relief, magnetic pull from the pickups or insufficient string height at the nut.
Why do I need MusicNomad’s fret gauge?
Our fret gauge is an easy to use diagnostic tool that will help you diagnose potential fret issues. It works in tandem with MusicNomad’s Precision Fret Rocker+, the perfect fret evaluation tool combo for all fretted instruments.
What is fret level marked on the Gauge #1?
Frets are level when there are no high or low frets. Lay MusicNomad’s Precision Fret Rocker+ across 3 frets, if gauge #1 can fit between the Fret Rocker+ and any of the frets, the frets are uneven.
What causes a fret to come unseated?
Frets can become unseated during manufacture, wear and tear, or due to temperature and humidity. Use gauge #2 to check if all of your frets are seated. If the gauge can fit between the fret and fretboard, it is likely that the fret has come unseated.
What is fret height marked on Gauge #3?
On our gauges, Fret Height refers to how tall your frets are and is an indication of whether or not there is enough material left on your frets to be leveled again. Use gauge #3 to evaluate whether or not there is enough height left in the frets to handle another leveling.
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