I have an old Fender Newporter on which I want to replace the neck. I don't see a lot of info about replacement bolt-on necks for Fender acoustic guitars. Fender says they don't offer them. I've checked out web pages for LMii, USA Custom Guitars, Allparts, and Warmoth, but didn't really see anythng about accoustic necks. I haven't actually spoken to any of them. Anyone know anything about a good custom source?
Why do you want to replace the neck?
"When injustice becomes law then rebellion becomes duty."
The frets are all grooved up, and it's kind of narrow for me at the nut. And, I kind of botched up my machine head replacement a few years back. I figure I could maybe replace the neck with a slightly wider one for the cost of refretting. I'll hold on to the original, but it's a difficult guitar for me to play as it is.Originally Posted by phantomman
I was going to suggest consulting with a competent luthier but if the fretboard is too narrow even a skilled craftsman cannot help in that situation. A replacement neck is clearly the only remedy.
"When injustice becomes law then rebellion becomes duty."
Posting Permissions
Reply With Quote