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koella -> scale and string width question (Aug. 5 2006 21:17:40)

Some 6 months ago I was able to buy a gerundino guitar. Not that I was especially looking for one, but it just came on my way. So I bought it although my playing doesn't match the quality of this guitar ( yet ?) [8|]

It has a scale length of 66cm and a stringwidth ( at the bridge) of 6cm.
The width didn't feel good in the beginning. But now I'm getting used to the extra space.
The scale length is still very uncomfortable. I can't play relaxed without a capo.

My question. Why would anybody choose for a large stringwidth or large scalelength ? What are the advantages ?



TANúñez -> RE: scale and string width question (Aug. 6 2006 1:01:10)

Hey Koella, congrats on your new guitar.

Larger scales and neck widths accomodate larger hards. Wider nuts allow for wider string spacing which can be a bit more comfortable too. Such scale lengths and nut widths are not ONLY for larger hands though.

My favorite part about a long scale is more room to work with as you go up the fingerboard with a cejilla on! A cejilla on a 650mm can make for a tight fit depending on your hand size.

Scale length is really a personal preference but to me, it's not that important. A great guitar is a great guitar.



Jim Opfer -> RE: scale and string width question (Aug. 6 2006 11:16:41)

Hi Koella,

As Tom said, congrats on the guitar.

I also read that longer string scale means more string to vibrate, greater energy and bigger sound. 660 is normal for Gerundino.

I used to have a Montero y Bellido with a 667 scale.
Phew![&:]



koella -> RE: scale and string width question (Aug. 6 2006 20:08:34)

Thanks guys.
Though I still wonder how a few mm's can make such a difference.



TANúñez -> RE: scale and string width question (Aug. 6 2006 21:49:11)

You really don't feel the difference between say 650 and 655. Or, 655 and 660. It's more when you go from 650 to 660 or 650 to say 663.



koella -> RE: scale and string width question (Aug. 6 2006 22:02:40)

That must be it. I was used to 65. The gerundino is 66.
It's not that I can't handle it, but when I pick up my old guitar it feels so easy to play. Guess it just needs time.



TANúñez -> RE: scale and string width question (Aug. 7 2006 1:24:26)

Your hands just need to get used to the new position or extra stretch. If you continue playing your new guitar, your hands will develop a sort of memory. After a while, if you switch back to the 650 you may notice your misplacing your fingers or overstretching. I say stick to playing one instead of switching back and forth.



MKodji -> RE: scale and string width question (Aug. 7 2006 6:53:37)

Koella, Congrats on your Gerundino. Gerundino guitars are big and sometimes difficult to play but their sound AHHHH, beautiful. What year is it?

Mike



koella -> RE: scale and string width question (Aug. 7 2006 7:39:49)

Thanks Mike.

It's from 1988.



Ricardo -> RE: scale and string width question (Aug. 7 2006 16:37:34)

I have small hands and always prefer the feel of big guitars with wide spacing and wide frets. Not sure why. I can get used to skinny neck guitars with small scale, but does not feel as good as my 664 Conde. I have to get used to just the nut slot spacing on a lot of guitars.

It seems people complain about guitars being either too big or too small all the time, forgetting there are similar instruments of different sizes. Like a virtuoso Charango player, try playing any flamenco on one of those things if you think your guitar scale is too long. Or vice verse, try playing some solea on a 6 string bass guitar, if you feel that the guitar body size is too small for your big arms and hands.

My point is you can get used to any instrument, but you have to like the sound you get from it.

Ricardo



TANúñez -> RE: scale and string width question (Aug. 7 2006 17:32:06)

I love the Charango. Going to get one soon. Just can't decide if I want a wood back or Armadillo.



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