Went from jumbo frets to mdeium jumbo frets

[PFDarkside]

Re: Went from jumbo frets to mdeium jumbo frets

Guys, I doubt that you guys can regularly press too hard and sharpen the note. Microtonally maybe, but it's likely unnoticeable

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If you can't sharpen a note on the G string, I'd be surprised. Especially if you use strings larger than .009s. You have developed the proper touch to subconsciously not do it, but I bet you can if you try to.

 

[Archer250]

Re: Went from jumbo frets to mdeium jumbo frets

If you can't sharpen a note on the G string, I'd be surprised. Especially if you use strings larger than .009s. You have developed the proper touch to subconsciously not do it, but I bet you can if you try to.

I mean, I *can*, but why would anyone exert that much force regularly. I mean, if I was obviously pressing with that much force, I'd contemplate raising the action a bit.

 

[BloodRose]

Re: Went from jumbo frets to mdeium jumbo frets

yeah, I like big frets and I cannot lie..... I prefer em plump.. (my frets that is...) So usually seek out large fret guitars. But on my axes with slightly smaller frets, (like my explorer) I adapt. For example, I like the Wolfgang guitars and music man axis', but the frets are so small on all of them Ive played, its awkward to me.

 

[Brandenburg]

Re: Went from jumbo frets to mdeium jumbo frets

If you can't sharpen a note on the G string, I'd be surprised. Especially if you use strings larger than .009s. You have developed the proper touch to subconsciously not do it, but I bet you can if you try to.

your right.. pressing to strings to hard on my dk-2..or any of my guitars for that matter.. yea.. strings will go sharp...

 

[AlexR]

Re: Went from jumbo frets to mdeium jumbo frets

I mean, I *can*, but why would anyone exert that much force regularly. I mean, if I was obviously pressing with that much force, I'd contemplate raising the action a bit.

Some people are just like that - bull in a china shop. Some players are also the reverse....very light touch just as standard.

 

[treyhaislip]

Re: Went from jumbo frets to mdeium jumbo frets

Jumbo=6150, Medium Jumbo=6130, according to Warmoth

According to Warmoth, he is correct. lol

FRET SIZES AND MATERIALS
Standard Nickel/Silver Fret Wire | Stainless Steel Fret Wire | Gold Color Fret Wire | Choosing a Fret Wire
Warmoth offers a range of fret sizes and materials to suit every player. Use the information below to determine the fret wire that works best for you. Dunlop fret numbers are provided for reference only. Actual fret measurements will vary slightly from batch to batch.



Standard Nickel/Silver Fret Wire
This is our standard fret wire. It is drawn from the finest 18% hard nickel/silver to give long life with steel strings. The composition of this fret wire, while called "nickel/silver," contains no silver at all. The ingredients are brass and nickel. Our nickel/silver fretwire is rated at HV 170 on the Vickers hardness scale.



Item Number Width X Height Description Used By
6230 .080" X .037" This is the smallest fret wire Vintage Fender® necks
6130 .106" X .036" Low and wide. Sometimes called "Medium Jumbo" Many Gibson® necks
6105 .095" X .045" Narrow and tall Very popular choice
6150 .103" X .046" Wide and tall. The standard "Jumbo" Modern Fender American® necks
6100 .118" X .058" A very large wire, almost scalloped feel Common on Ibanez® necks
Stainless Steel Fret Wire
This is our premium fret wire. Stainless Steel is both harder and smoother than nickel/silver fretwire, offering superior longevity and a quick, glassy feel with negligible effect on tone. This makes it a great choice for those who use round-wound strings - notoriously hard on frets. Our top-quality, German-made Jescar fretwire is rated at HV 300 (+/-20) on the Vickers hardness scale. Add $20.



Item Number Width X Height Description Used By
SS6230 .080" X .043" Small vintage Fender Size Vintage Fender® necks
SS6105 .095" X .047" Narrow and tall Most popular choice
SS6150 .104" X .047" The standard "jumbo" size Modern Fender American® necks
SS6115 .108" x .051" "Jumbo" wire with more peak Unique to Warmoth
SS6100 .110" X .057" A very large wire, almost scalloped feel Common on Ibanez® necks
Gold Color Fret Wire
Our beautiful gold fretwire is a nickel-free copper alloy similar in color to 12k gold. This top-quality, German-made Jescar EVO wire is solid throughout and will never turn brassy or look worn. It is almost as hard as stainless steel and polishes up nicely for a super-fast, glass-like feel. Rated at HV 250 (+/-20) on the Vickers hardness scale. Add $30.

NOTE: Our gold fret wire is EVO hypo-allergenic, for those with allergies to nickel.



Item Number Width X Height Description Used By
GD6150 .104" X .047" Standard "Jumbo" size EVO Modern Fender® style
GD6100 .110" X .057" A very large wire, almost scalloped feel Ibanez® style
Choosing a Fret Wire
Choosing the correct fret size and material is purely a matter of personal preference. In general low frets are considered better for chords and rythm playing, while tall frets make string bends and lead techniques easier. 6105 and 6150 are our two most popular fret sizes, and represent a good balance.

The width of the fret determines the amount of wear that can be expected before leveling and re-crowning is necessary. Wider frets wear longer. Narrow frets wear faster. For the longest wear and exceptionally smooth string bending, with no change in tone, consider Stainless Steel frets. Gold fret wire has a unique look, and is also hypo-allergenic.

Huh? I could've sworn that 6150 was medium jumbo, 6100 was jumbo, and 6000 was super jumbo.

me too

I always thought the 6150 was Medium Jumbo as well...it also says standard on Fender which I thought they used Medium Jumbo...

 

[PFDarkside]

Re: Went from jumbo frets to mdeium jumbo frets

I swore 6105 were bigger than American Standard (6150) in the chart above. Anyway, I love the 6105s...

 

[rocksoldier]

Re: Went from jumbo frets to mdeium jumbo frets

I prefer jumbos, no doubt. Not that I can't play mediums, but jumbos feel more natural to me.