fret wear

[coopertron]

I've noticed the frets on my rg are starting to show signs of wear. I'm sure they will last alot longer as it only the very tops which are a bit flat. just wondering if its possible to replace frets or the whole fret board.
thanks
Ed

[rublalup]

its possible (refretting) but is an expensive procedure if donne by a profesional.

[toneboy]

You can just get the frets leveled and crowned. Yes, they will be a bit shorter but assuming the grooves in them aren't too deep, they will feel fine.

Most frets, except for the super low versions, are meant to be leveled and crowned a few times over their life span.

BTW, this is a good reason to own and play more than one guitar - you can spread the fret wear across several instruments.

[dimarzio562]

Originally Posted by toneboy

You can just get the frets leveled and crowned. Yes, they will be a bit shorter but assuming the grooves in them aren't too deep, they will feel fine.

Most frets, except for the super low versions, are meant to be leveled and crowned a few times over their life span.

BTW, this is a good reason to own and play more than one guitar - you can spread the fret wear across several instruments.

"BTW, this is a good reason to own and play more than one guitar"

I like this part of your response!!

[Ayrton]

Refret with stainless steel frets and never have to worry about it.

[vy100]

Originally Posted by toneboy

You can just get the frets leveled and crowned. Yes, they will be a bit shorter but assuming the grooves in them aren't too deep, they will feel fine.

Most frets, except for the super low versions, are meant to be leveled and crowned a few times over their life span.

BTW, this is a good reason to own and play more than one guitar - you can spread the fret wear across several instruments.

And preserve the studs and bridge edges on floating trems loaded guitars

[toneboy]

Originally Posted by Ayrton

Refret with stainless steel frets and never have to worry about it.

That's a very good point too.

[sirshredsalot]

take it for a routine setup, most techs will include a level and crown with the setup. No need replacing the frets for a little wear.

[coopertron]

thanks guys. I was just getting a little worried and I thought that may stop me playing as much. but if you can get them leveled every now and then then thats fine and when they are finaly dead I will just replace with stainless steel ones