Which action reading is correct? Pics included.

[hubcapsc]

I like to get a picture where I can make the other strings disappear behind
the E string, and then I imagine I'm looking "straight on" and getting a decent
reading...



-Mike

[Dru Edwards]

Originally Posted by Mandobart

I use feeler gages between the fret and string.

That's what I use too. I have a string action gauge but I prefer the feelers better.

[rstaight]

Originally Posted by hubcapsc

I like to get a picture where I can make the other strings disappear behind
the E string, and then I imagine I'm looking "straight on" and getting a decent
reading...



-Mike

I have to agree that is the best method to guard against parallax error. I believe feeler gages may be better but you still need to pay attention to what you are doing and make sure they are flat against the fret.

I watched a video a few years back and the gentleman used coins to set action.