Are SG's typically neck-heavy?

[rspst14]

Hey guys, I'm considering an SG project from Warmoth once I sell my Wolfgang. I like the body shape and the comfortable access to the upper frets, but one thing that concerns me is how well these guitars balance. I seem to recall hearing from a lot of SG owners that these guitars are neck heavy. For any of you who own one, do you run into this problem? I'm wondering if the fact that it would be a Warmoth with a bolt-on neck will make a difference in the balance? Any input would be appreciated. Thanks.

Ryan

 

[3 cent hero]

Re: Are SG's typically neck-heavy?

It's not that bad if you have the strap button on the horn rather than the heel... did I use the right terms? >.<

 

[Dills]

Re: Are SG's typically neck-heavy?

Yep sg's are generally heavier in the neck, mine is pretty neck heavy but it also depends on where the strap buttons are placed. Thats one of da things i dont like about my sg.

 

[Gearjoneser]

Re: Are SG's typically neck-heavy?

It's even worse on SG Customs with the added headstock binding and inlays, as well as the ebony fretboard. Never get an SG shape with 24 frets. On those, the neck falls when you let go. SG standards and 61 Reissues balance OK, but feel better with a leather strap.

 

[danglybanger]

Re: Are SG's typically neck-heavy?

imagine an sg bass... :smack:
yeah... I had one.
dan

 

[Simon_F]

Re: Are SG's typically neck-heavy?

Yes, they are slightly neck heavy, but I don't remember it being a problem when I owned one. It's just something you get used to. A wide leather strap that has the underside unfinished (i.e. rough) helps.

 

[mr breaker]

Re: Are SG's typically neck-heavy?

I have a standard...and I have no problems with the neck being heavy...I use a nylon strap

 

[NecroPolo]

Re: Are SG's typically neck-heavy?

Never owned one but every SGs that I've played were neck-heavy. But as Simon_F said, it's a thing you can get used to.

 

[Davey]

Re: Are SG's typically neck-heavy?

i got used to it.. my strap button is on the neck plate but it's still neck heavy (mahagony neck and alder body)


can you imagine a hollow body les paul bass? that thing is insane!

 

[orbiter]

Re: Are SG's typically neck-heavy?

yes they are 'stock heavy ... I notice it more when I'm sitting ... standing isnt a problem and as pointed out above .. you adjust and adapt to it.

for me .. once my forearm gets into that nice carved out crotch the guitar just "comes home" and doesnt move much ..

I would 'reckon that the mounting plate and screws would center a bit of the weight on a bolt on version of an SG.

also, remember that the type of tuner used play's a big part too .. grovers and "deluxe" klusion style feel waay different. I use grover's cuz I love em and they were stock on all but one of my sg's.. when I switched out the one w/ klusion's I was surprised how much heavier the headstock became.. it's not too bad and I like the tone better w/ grovers .. but it's a variable that comes into play on these.

 

[Stirt]

Re: Are SG's typically neck-heavy?

I just placed an order yesterday for a Warmoth SG. It'll look somewhat like a Black Tony Iommi SG.

Warmoth SGs are thicker and a bit heavier than the Gibson thin body SGs. I love that, mo' beef and it looks cool. That will help keep it from being neck heavy. Also as mentioned, put your strap holder on the end of the top horn instead of behind the body. That will also leverage the guitar better.

Even though I work at Warmoth, I'm still so pumped to get this thing! Building your own custom guitar never gets old!!!

Gregg-
Warmoth

 

[Davey]

Re: Are SG's typically neck-heavy?

Even though I work at Warmoth, I'm still so pumped to get this thing! Building your own custom guitar never gets old!!!

Gregg-
Warmoth

AAAAARH!!! ENVY!