I had my guitar setup

Snoopysvet · #1 02-10-2022, 09:41 AM

I have been playing only 7 months and have an inexpensive Fender acoustic. I had taken it to The Repair Zone here in San Diego.

Thanks to 619TF for the suggestion

I really like how it plays, it is much more fun. Now after another six months when I can play better I can buy a much nicer guitar!

Glennwillow · #2 02-10-2022, 09:58 AM

Hi Snoopysvet,

Good for you for getting your guitar optimized in terms of playing action! It's hard to face up to spending the money with a relatively inexpensive guitar, but it makes so much difference, I think it's well worth it.

I'm glad you do, too!

- Glenn

StringMeUp · #3 02-10-2022, 10:02 AM

I agree with Glenn. A proper set up makes a World of difference. Enjoy the journey!

KevinH · #4 02-10-2022, 10:09 AM

Nothing like a good setup to make a guitar easier and more fun to play.

And - the longer you hang around here the sooner you'll realize you don't have to play well to buy a nicer guitar

619TF · #5 02-10-2022, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snoopysvet

I have been playing only 7 months and have an inexpensive Fender acoustic. I had taken it to The Repair Zone here in San Diego.

Thanks to 619TF for the suggestion

I really like how it plays, it is much more fun. Now after another six months when I can play better I can buy a much nicer guitar!

That's awesome! Thanks for the credit but really it's all Fred at RZ...the BEST!

Br1ck · #6 02-10-2022, 02:55 PM

There is no test you have to take to qualify for a nice guitar. If you are enjoying what you have, you'll enjoy a better guitar even more.

Dru Edwards · #7 02-10-2022, 03:22 PM

Snoopysvet, a setup can make a guitar seem like a totally different, and better, guitar. You'll find that you may reach for it more often as well.

Enjoy your Fender!

Macpage · #8 02-10-2022, 08:09 PM

Well done! Consider this an investment in your progression. You nailed it. They really are more fun. Enjoy playing.

Best,

Mac

YamahaGuy · #9 02-10-2022, 08:19 PM

Just don't forget, the "better" guitar will/can still likely benefit from a setup.

Mark Stone · #10 02-10-2022, 10:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snoopysvet

I have been playing only 7 months and have an inexpensive Fender acoustic. I had taken it to The Repair Zone here in San Diego.

Thanks to 619TF for the suggestion

I really like how it plays, it is much more fun. Now after another six months when I can play better I can buy a much nicer guitar!

Yessir -- a good setup changes everything! Enjoy playing your guitar, but remember - like others have already said - you don't really need to wait to upgrade.

ship of fools · #11 02-11-2022, 09:21 AM

Smart move to have it set up and remember that even a better guitar often could use a bit of loving from a good set up.

fitness1 · #12 02-11-2022, 10:03 AM

Glad you have seen the light...there is much to learn about these wooden boxes besides the music we make on them.

I would tell you - to make your journey easier - to reference the website Frets.com which had a wealth of info on it regarding guitar troubleshooting and repair.

Frank Ford is a legend (and a contributor here at times) and learning from his site can help you in the long run immensely.

A few months ago one of my clients sons (in his 50's) asked me if I could take a look at his instruments - an American Strat and a nice Eastman 512 and check the setups.

I went over and while we were sitting at the kitchen table talking for about 90 minutes, I evaluated, setup and restrung both guitars.

A couple hours later, I got a phone call - he was babbling so fast he could hardly talk....shocked at the effect of the subtle changes I'd made.

I wouldn't have been able to do that without some of the info I'd gleaned from Frets.com and other similar sites (and just paying attention over the years!)

So, spend some time on non-music info as well - it will pay dividends.