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Posted: Sun Dec 19, 2004 2:45 pm
by dave4004
Bob, 6/32" would be high. Remember, he's talking 32nds, not 64ths.
And no one has specified where the measurement is taken. I always measure at the 17th. Just checked my 2003 4003, it's 7/64" on the bass side, 4/64" on the treble side.
Posted: Sun Dec 19, 2004 3:57 pm
by jps
Using the 17th fret to compare with Dave's measurements, my '73 4001 is 5/64" on the bass and treble sides, the '67 4005WB is 3/16" on both sides, and the 4003FL is 7/64" on both sides; the 4004Cii is not available to measure at this time but is most likely similar to the 4005WB. I set all my strings to the same height for a consistent feel across the fingerboard.
Posted: Sun Dec 19, 2004 4:26 pm
by cheyenne
I set my action as low as I can get it without noticable buzz or overtones. I never pull out a ruler or straight edge. I know what I like, and in my opinion, know how it should feel, so thats what I go with.
I use D'Addario XL-170 nickle roundwounds, very, very consistant strings.
, This coupled with the proper nut heighth, (often overlooked), in my opinion, is the secret.