Trying to get guitar to play better

[Napthol]

I can't say for sure if the frets got leveled when he worked on it. I can't recall specifically. I won't know if the frets need leveling until Mark looks at it.

 

[magillver]

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[Explorer84]

I would set the relief to factory spec and raise the bridge as suggested. Then check your intonation.