Specifically, Head stock repair, neck repairs, guitar brace and crack repair
Guitar repairs to: Head stocks and
Crack, Brace repair
Similarly, guitar bridge repair and replacements
Guitar neck shaving, thinning , re-profiling and more…
Most importantly, We can fix broken guitar necks in less than a week for you.
In particular, acoustic guitars besides, electric guitars.
Haywire Custom Guitars
features: Expert Electric and acoustic Guitar repairs. Also, upgrades,
mods and fast service. Serving Myrtle Beach in addition to Conway,
Horry County and, of course, all of South Carolina. Experienced
technician will keep your guitar playing the best it can play! While it
may be true, we build electric guitars. Our Custom Shop will also
repair and modify other stringed instruments. Including our “One Day Urgent Care Guitar Repair“. Set up an appointment today-call 843-347-5742
Guitar repairs for all guitars including: PRS, Ibanez, Jackson, Gretsch, Squier,
In addition: Gibson, Taylor, Fender, Martin, Guild, Seagull ,Yamaha,
Ovation, Washburn, Epiphone, G&L, Rickenbacker, ESP, Schecter and
many others.
Haywire Custom Guitars -Custom Shop
Haywire Custom Guitars-Serving Myrtle Beach SC, Conway and the Surrounding Area
Mr. Rick Mariner Owner and Founder and CEO of Haywire Custom Guitars
Inc.
He is a member of The Association of Stringed Instrument Artisans
(A.S.I.A.) as well as a guitar player. Rick holds a bachelors degree
from University of Md. and a Masters degree from George Washington
University. Rick developed his exclusive 8 – Point “Gig- Ready” guitar
process that allows for Custom Guitars that are “GIG-READY”. With Rick’s
many years of development and guitar set-up experience, Haywire Guitar
shop “Builds satisfied players… one Haywire guitar at a time”.
How To Communicate The Shape For Shaving Down My Guitar Neck
Guitar Neck Shaving
Haywire Custom Guitars Custom Neck shave before and after
QUESTION:
Hi Rick
I saw your website about your services including shaving down a guitar neck.
A couple questions:
How would I communicate the shape I wanted ?
Would I ship the whole guitar to your shop ?
How long would it take, approximately ?
Is the base price $135 plus return shipping ?
Thank you !
ANSWER:
Thank you for stopping by the website and taking time to inquire about Guitar Neck Shaving .
The best way to communicate what you need is to either work with
specs from your existing neck or send a neck along with the one you’d
like shaved. Ideally the sample neck you send should be what you’d liked
duplicated on the neck to be shaved. We can duplicate anything.
If you want to work from your existing neck then move the strings
and take thickness measurements with a digital caliper. We do this every
time a neck comes in to the shop. Take the sample thicknesses from-1st
fret 3rd 5th 7th 9th 12fth frets.
From those measurements we’ll be able to determine how much you need removed to make it a better playing neck for you.
Similarly, we use those thickness numbers to work from.
Here is a typical example of the info we share with you when we get your neck in the shop to be shaved:
In the same way, we can get the reduction as close as possible within a few thousandths of what you need removed.
There are other ways to communicate your desired result, such as simply: “I’d like a 20% reduction” and we can do that.
The more specific you can be the better the outcome. We can duplicate anything you send us as well.
The other consideration is the back profile and if you’d like it to stay the same or if you want a change.
Guitar neck shaving, thinning or reshaping a guitar neck, re-profiling a guitar neck or shaping and duplicating guitar necks?
We do it all as a result, you feel more comfortable with your guitar.
Therefore, when you have a neck that you just love but it’s a bit too thick, we’ll shave it for you.
“Just $135.00 plus return shipping back to you will get guitar neck shaving done to a thickness more comfortable for you.
We’ll also replace the finish on the back to help preserve the wood and keep it smooth and beautiful. Best of all,
no waiting. We work on the neck as soon as it gets here. the turn around time is 2 days or less from when we receive it”.
2 things to remember when shipping to us:
Firstly, Ship with the US Post Office. They are less expensive and much more careful with your packages from our experience.
Second, Forget buying “signature required” services. Our postal carriers know where to leave the neck safely and securely.
These two tips will save you money, save time by getting us the neck sooner and delivered safely. “We are musicians working for musicians” Sincerely,Rick Mariner
Haywire Custom Guitars Inc.
Haywire Custom Shop2007 Lees Landing Circle-Conway, SC 29526 http://www.haywirecustomguitars.com 843-347-5742
Mr. Rick Mariner Owner and Founder and CEO of Haywire Custom Guitars
Inc.
He is a member of The Association of Stringed Instrument Artisans
(A.S.I.A.) as well as a guitar player. Rick holds a bachelors degree
from University of Md.and a Masters degree from George Washington
University. Rick developed his exclusive 8 – Point “Gig- Ready” guitar
process that allows for Custom Guitars that are “GIG-READY”. With Rick’s
many years of development and guitar set-up experience, Haywire Guitar
shop “Builds satisfied players… one Haywire guitar at a time”.
Guitar Neck shaving in the Haywire Custom Guitars-Custom Shop
Sometimes adding a new neck can be the better, faster, safer but not necessarily a cheaper option. A guitar neck shave?
We wouldn’t recommend doing it yourself, however if you have a neck
that is too large for your hands, clumsy and uncomfortable for you
then……….a guitar neck shave
may be a better option for YOU. It’s not a “one size fits all” world
but most manufacturers only aim for the “average” players hands-not
yours. Jimmy Page had the neck shaved on his 1960 Les Paul. His Les
Paul was shaved to a slim taper. Sure the nut width may be different on
some guitar models from either 1-5/8 to 1-11/16 on electric guitars.
Acoustic guitars will sometimes have a wider nut width on the upper
wider end such as 1-11/16 to 1-3/4 then to 1-7/8 inches on some models.
The necks are generally the same.
What are your needs?
Let’s get back to YOU and your hands. If changing the nut width
doesn’t do it for you then consider a guitar neck shave. In the realm of
professionals it’s and easy job done regularly. We do it every day here
in the Haywire Custom Shop. With the high cost of replacement necks in
the neighborhood of around $250 ( for a used one) to $500 for a new one
maybe the one you have just needs a tweak? What do you think? It’s
certainly worth a try especially if your not doing it.
Your neck is then shaved to the specs desired
The cost of a neck shave is very inexpensive compared to a new neck purchase. Consider the benefits. First, you can ship your guitar or just the neck to us,
it will arrive in a day or two. We will work on it the day it arrives.
The neck will be shaved to whatever specs you request. We always take
measurements at the 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th 9th and 12th frets upon arrival.
Your neck is then shaved to the specs desired. We’ll check the neck for
any problems such as twisting and over or under bow as well as fret
dressing on the ends if required.
After the neck is smoothed to a soft feel we add a great Satin finish
to help preserve the wood for you at no extra charge. So, with the low
cost of $135 vs. a new neck it’s worth going for a guitar neck shave.
The turn-around time is 2 days then back home to you.
Mr. Rick Mariner Owner and Founder and CEO of Haywire Custom Guitars
Inc.
He is a member of The Association of Stringed Instrument Artisans
(A.S.I.A.) as well as a guitar player. Rick holds a bachelors degree
from University of Md.and a Masters degree from George Washington
University. Rick developed his exclusive 8 – Point “Gig- Ready” guitar
process that allows for Custom Guitars that are “GIG-READY”. With Rick’s
many years of development and guitar set-up experience, Haywire Guitar
shop “Builds satisfied players… one Haywire guitar at a time”.
guitar neck reshaping to customize a guitar just for the way you play?
Firstly, when in the middle of a gig do you notice some hand fatigue? In addition to,
inability to reach notes or the feeling there’s something slowing you
down? Did you ever pick up a friends guitar and say to yourself, “I
wish my guitar felt this good”. And, have
you found a guitar somewhere that looks exactly like your and had to go
grab it to see what it felt like? Most importantly, were you
surprised? Likely it didn’t feel like yours did it? Players begin the
customization process the very day they get a new guitar. Guitar neck
reshaping is often desired but hardly attained without the proper
resources.
Guitar neck reshaping is often desired………
There are many possibilities for better playing guitars. For
example: a neck that allows you to change the scale length of your
25-1/2″ Fender scale guitar. Consider the shorter Gibson scale of
24-3/4″. This kind of customization shortens the distance between frets
and lowers string tension for easier, quicker playing. Thought about
it? Never heard about it? It’s very attainable for any player who is
desiring a change. Some players need a change as in guitar neck
reshaping but can’t really verbalize what they need. Equally important,
we’ll often hear, “this guitar is uncomfortable, it’s hard to play, my
hands ache after a while or I can’t play as fast as I want to. The
spectrum of player comfort is extremely wide.
The spectrum of player comfort is extremely wide…..
Guitars are manufactured for “sales” not your comfort. Further, most companies build in the middle of the spectrum to “general players” with “average hands” with “average” needs. Similarly, they do not take into account comfort or needs of players “outside” the middle of the spectrum.
In fact, if your an average guy, with
average hands and middle of the road in every way-you’ll be fine with an
general off-the-rack guitar built for average sales produced by almost
every guitar company. As a result, because of your style differences,
hand size, physical limitations, unusual playing style you don’t fall in
the “middle of the spectrum”.
reshaping an existing guitar neck
As a result, we can help. Furthermore, reshaping an existing guitar
neck can be the best customization ever for you and your guitar neck.
Especially, in particular, your guitar neck contour or back shape of the
neck is important for optimum play-ability and hand comfort. $135 plus
return shipping may be the best money you ever spent on your guitar.
Call us 843-347-5742 or email us : haywire@sccoast.net
In conclusion, you’ll need help to determine which guitar neck
reshaping process works best for your playing comfort. Think about a
comparison with a neck you know that you already prefer. Above all, if
you know what you need then you’re 90% there then we can get you all the
way there. Compare the dimensions of the neck you’d like to change to
those of your “favorite” neck for a start. In brief, a set of digital
calipers is all you need to do that!
Haywire Custom Guitars-Play Painlessly with a new ergonomic guitar neck shape
Mr. Rick Mariner Owner and Founder and CEO of Haywire Custom Guitars
Inc.
He is a member of The Association of Stringed Instrument Artisans
(A.S.I.A.) as well as a guitar player. Rick holds a bachelors degree
from University of Md.and a Masters degree from George Washington
University. Rick developed his exclusive 8 – Point “Gig- Ready” guitar
process that allows for Custom Guitars that are “GIG-READY”. With Rick’s
many years of development and guitar set-up experience, Haywire Guitar
shop “Builds satisfied players… one Haywire guitar at a time”.
How much would you be willing to pay for a custom neck profile?
Players buy guitars to play, therefore if the neck on your
guitar is difficult to play, then It makes sense to me that somebody
would pay for a preferred guitar custom neck profile. Would you? If it
was $1.00 to shave your neck is it worth it? What if it was $300.00? A
new neck will cost you about $300-$500 so maybe it makes more sense to
try and get it right before selling the guitar. We can do it for $135. I
know players who have sold off some really nice guitars in the process
of finding the right guitar. It’s expensive and time consuming to buy
and sell guitars to sift through and find the guitar for you. We can
change the profile, slim a neck, reshape and make it thinner for a
better guitar playing experience.
We can make a neck thinner for more comfortable playing
Guitar neck shaving or slimming may be a
viable option for your comfort. When you’re more comfortable playing,
then you’ll play better. If your neck thickness is an impediment to your
playing, then guitar neck shaving is the right decision for you. A
guitar neck shave will help you be more comfortable with your guitar.
Shaving and re-profiling are some of the and various possible custom
choices. If there is a guitar that you are very attached to then have
the neck reshaped if needed.
Guitar neck shaving, thinning or reshaping a guitar neck, re-profiling a guitar neck or shaping and duplicating guitar necks?
We do it all as a result, you feel more comfortable with your guitar.
Therefore, when you have a neck that you just love but it’s a bit too thick, we’ll shave, sand a guitar neck it for you.
Just $135.00 plus
return shipping back to you will get guitar neck shaving and slimming
done to a thickness more comfortable for you.
We’ll also replace the finish on the back to help preserve the wood and keep it smooth and beautiful. Best of all,
no waiting. We work on the neck as soon as it gets here. the turn around time is 2 days or less from when we receive it.
2-things to remember when shipping to us:
Firstly, Ship with the US Post Office. They are less expensive and much more careful with your packages from our experience.
Second, Forget buying “signature required” services. Our postal carriers know where to leave the neck safely and securely.
These two tips will save you money, save time by getting us the neck sooner and delivered safely. “We are musicians working for musicians”
Mr. Rick Mariner Owner and Founder and CEO of Haywire Custom Guitars
Inc.
He is a member of The Association of Stringed Instrument Artisans
(A.S.I.A.) as well as a guitar player. Rick holds a bachelors degree
from University of Md.and a Masters degree from George Washington
University. Rick developed his exclusive 8 – Point “Gig- Ready” guitar
process that allows for Custom Guitars that are “GIG-READY”. With Rick’s
many years of development and guitar set-up experience, Haywire Guitar
shop “Builds satisfied players… one Haywire guitar at a time”.
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