Loose frets can lead to buzzing, dead notes, or poor sustain, compromising your guitar’s tone and playability. I’ll carefully re-press and re-adhere loose frets, ensuring they’re properly seated and securely bonded to the fingerboard for optimal performance.
What’s Included?
- Inspection and Diagnosis:
- I’ll examine the fretboard to identify loose or raised frets.
- Any underlying issues, such as fingerboard wear or humidity-related shrinkage, will be assessed to ensure long-term stability.
- Cleaning and Preparation:
- The affected fret slots and the fret tangs will be thoroughly cleaned to remove dirt, old adhesive, or debris.
- The fretboard surface will be prepared for precise re-seating.
- Re-Pressing Frets:
- I’ll carefully re-press the loose frets into their original positions using specialized tools.
- Pressure will be evenly applied to ensure proper alignment and contact with the fingerboard.
- Re-Adhering Frets:
- High-quality adhesive will be applied to secure the frets, ensuring they remain firmly in place over time.
- Excess adhesive will be carefully cleaned off to maintain a professional finish.
- Leveling and Dressing (if necessary):
- After re-seating, the frets will be checked for height consistency.
- If needed, I’ll level and dress the frets to ensure smooth playability and even tone across the fretboard.
- Final Testing and Polishing:
- The frets will be polished to restore their original shine and ensure a smooth feel.
- I’ll test the fretboard by playing along the neck to confirm stability, tone, and sustain.
Benefits:
- Improved Tone and Sustain: Properly seated frets ensure optimal string vibration and resonance.
- Eliminates Buzzing: Secured frets prevent unwanted noise and dead spots.
- Enhanced Durability: High-quality adhesion and precise pressing increase the longevity of your frets.
This service is ideal for guitars with loose, uneven, or worn frets that compromise playability and sound quality. Let me help you restore your fretboard to its best condition for consistent and reliable performance.
