How does this neck angle look? 60s 360/12 content
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How does this neck angle look? 60s 360/12 content
Hey guys! I'm talking with a guy online about buying his 60s 360/12 and I'm concerned about the neck angle. The action looks kinda high and the saddles look like they're filed pretty low maybe? What do you guys think?
Re: How does this neck angle look? 60s 360/12 content
Looks low but I've seen [read: owned] worse.
Re: How does this neck angle look? 60s 360/12 content
No mistake about it - the neck angle is visibly shallow. But the vast majority of these guitars are like that, especially most 12-strings between 1964-1967.
The bridge height is irrelevant until you adjust the action down to a normal (low) level, then you can really see where it's at.
Personally, I wouldn't shy away from the guitar, but don't pay too much since it could likely get worse over time. Under $3000 would be a realistic price in this condition. There are a few options to help eliminate or slow the neck creeping forward, including use of ultra light-gauge strings, which should be required for all these early 12-string Ricks.
The bridge height is irrelevant until you adjust the action down to a normal (low) level, then you can really see where it's at.
Personally, I wouldn't shy away from the guitar, but don't pay too much since it could likely get worse over time. Under $3000 would be a realistic price in this condition. There are a few options to help eliminate or slow the neck creeping forward, including use of ultra light-gauge strings, which should be required for all these early 12-string Ricks.
Re: How does this neck angle look? 60s 360/12 content
Make sure the pics you're seeing are at full tension, and maybe get a return option for if the neck is not "as advertised."