Neck question...

[Empty Pockets]

What are the pros and cons of flat headstocks (Fender style) and angled ones (Gibson style)? I know flat heads require string retainers or whatever to help with string tension, or something like that...anything else?

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[Metalman_666]

Re: Neck question...

in my opinion, if you take care of your gear and dont DROP it, there's no need for a flat headstock. They suck, IMHO, b/c the string trees can screw up the tuning job sometimes, if not ALL the time, and they dont allow for very much stability

 

[beandip]

Re: Neck question...

LOL, JJ's got it right. I've never done or seen a headstock repair on a strat or tele. Although I've done several gibson repairs, and seen more than I have the fingers to count 'em on.

 

[Rich_T]

Re: Neck question...

ive never broken the headstock off a strat. thats a big advantage in my book. my epi LP special however... well i wont tell the story again.

 

[mrfjones]

Re: Neck question...

with the strings going in a straight line from bridge to tuner it causes less strings to break.