Paddle Neck Custom Build

Name: Paddle Neck Custom Build
Availability: InStock

6 Inline and 3 X 3 Paddle Heads.
We sport 3 Varieties, 6 Inline–Standard Fender Style Layout, 3 X 3–Rectangle and Les Paul Style.

This form is for both 1 Pc constructed and 2 PC Constructed necks. Certain options do not go together like “Fingerboard Wood” on a 1 PC constructed neck. If you choose the 1 Pc constructed option at the top of the order form, the option to choose Fingerboard wood will not be present. On the other hand, if you choose 2 PC constructed at the top, the fingerboard wood will be an option to choose from. There are other instances of this on our order form so please make sure you are going down the correct construction type before emailing us with questions regarding these options. Thank you.

Categories: Order Custom Necks, Paddle

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Weight	3 lbs
Dimensions	29 × 7 × 3 in

Paddle Neck Custom Build

Rosewood: Rosewood is a commonly used wood for Fingerboards due to its durability, smooth texture, and rich tone. Different types of rosewood, such as Indian Rosewood and Brazilian Rosewood, offer distinct visual and tonal characteristics.

Maple: Maple is another widely used wood for Fingerboards. It is known for its bright tone, excellent sustain, and smooth playing surface. Maple fingerboards often have a light color and attractive grain patterns.

Macassar Ebony: Macassar Ebony is a variant of ebony with distinctive dark brown stripes running through its black background. This wood offers a unique aesthetic appeal while maintaining the tonal qualities and durability of ebony.

Pau Ferro: Pau Ferro, also known as Bolivian Rosewood, is a South American wood species that is becoming increasingly popular for fingerboards. It features a reddish-brown color, attractive grain patterns, and a warm, balanced tone.

Cocobolo: Cocobolo is an exotic wood known for its vibrant colors, ranging from reddish-brown to orange with dark streaks. It offers excellent sustain, a rich tone, and a visually stunning appearance.

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Paddle Neck Custom Build

1 Piece Constructed Neck: Solid and Stable

2 Piece Constructed Neck: Versatility and Customization

On the other hand, if you're in search of a neck with a separate fingerboard, the 2 piece-constructed neck is worth considering. This type of neck features a distinct fingerboard attached to the neck, usually made of maple for its bright and articulate tonal characteristics.

For the most part, right and left-handed necks are self-explanatory.

The only real differences between a true lefty neck and a reverse righty neck are the location of the side dots, the way the nut is slotted for strings, and some back profiles. All of these depend on whether or not the neck is being crafted for right-handed or left-handed play.

Jaguar 24" Scale – Replacement NeckLastly, let's discuss the Jaguar 24 inches scale length, which is the appropriate scale length for Fender Jaguar guitars. This shorter scale length offers its own distinct characteristics, setting it apart from other guitar types.

Standard Fender Scale 34" for BassMoving on to bass guitars, the standard scale length for traditional Fender-style basses such as the Precision Bass and Jazz Bass is 34 inches. The longer scale length in bass guitars has its own implications for playability and sound.

Rock Maple: This is a versatile wood and a mainstay of the music industry. It works well with different body types and offers balanced tone with good overall sound.

Quarter Sawn Maple: This type of maple is known for its straight, strong, and rigid nature due to its 90-degree grain orientation. It enhances brightness and sustain in your tone and tends to require fewer adjustments. It is also less susceptible to seasonal shifting and changes.

Birdseye Maple (Select/Premium/Private Reserve): Birdseye Maple is characterized by small dark grain swirls or circles called "Birdseyes." The select grade has 2A-3A figuring, the premium grade has 4A quality, and the private reserve includes 5A+ and rare, unique examples of this wood type.

Pau Ferro: Pau Ferro is a tonewood that offers both great looks and sound. It belongs to the rosewood family and has a rich medium to darker tan/brown color. It serves as an affordable alternative to all-rosewood necks.

Indian Rosewood: Indian Rosewood is a top contender and a classic choice for warm, rich tone with good sustain. It offers a darker wood option for guitar necks, albeit at a higher price due to its rarity.

Please note that these descriptions are for informational purposes, and it's always a good idea to consider personal preferences and try out different wood options to find the best fit for your desired tone and aesthetics. If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to ask!

Rosewood: Rosewood is a commonly used wood for Fingerboards due to its durability, smooth texture, and rich tone. Different types of rosewood, such as Indian Rosewood and Brazilian Rosewood, offer distinct visual and tonal characteristics.

Maple: Maple is another widely used wood for Fingerboards. It is known for its bright tone, excellent sustain, and smooth playing surface. Maple fingerboards often have a light color and attractive grain patterns.

Macassar Ebony: Macassar Ebony is a variant of ebony with distinctive dark brown stripes running through its black background. This wood offers a unique aesthetic appeal while maintaining the tonal qualities and durability of ebony.

Pau Ferro: Pau Ferro, also known as Bolivian Rosewood, is a South American wood species that is becoming increasingly popular for fingerboards. It features a reddish-brown color, attractive grain patterns, and a warm, balanced tone.

Cocobolo: Cocobolo is an exotic wood known for its vibrant colors, ranging from reddish-brown to orange with dark streaks. It offers excellent sustain, a rich tone, and a visually stunning appearance.

Standard 2mm side markers: We provide standard 2mm side markers in a large variety of materials. These side markers are typically used for their functionality and serve as visual reference points on the side of the Fingerboard.

50/50 side dot placement: For 2-piece necks, we offer 50/50 side dot placement. This means that the side dots will be placed straight down the seam of the 2-piece neck, with half on the Fingerboard and half on the neck. This placement is reminiscent of the classic style used in the past.

Larger 3/32" dots: We also offer larger 3/32" side dots in black or white. These dots were standard on vintage Blackguard necks and are known for their larger size, providing better visibility on the side of the Fingerboard.

These various side dot options cater to different preferences, allowing our customers to choose the style, size, and material that best suits their needs and desired aesthetic.

One-piece constructed necks: For one-piece constructed necks, the side markers are positioned just below the edge of the Fingerboard. This placement ensures that the markers are easily visible on the side of the neck while maintaining a clean and sleek appearance.

Two-piece constructed necks: For two-piece constructed necks, the side markers are centered on the edge of the Fingerboard.

Veneer style necks: For veneer style necks, the side markers (2mm) are placed centered along the fingerboard seam. This placement is specific to veneer-style construction and ensures that the markers align with the seam, maintaining the aesthetic continuity.

It's important to note that the larger 3/32" markers are not available for veneer-style necks. This limitation is due to the specific construction requirements of veneer-style Fingerboards.

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Jaguar 24" Scale – Replacement Neck
Lastly, let's discuss the Jaguar 24 inches scale length, which is the appropriate scale length for Fender Jaguar guitars. This shorter scale length offers its own distinct characteristics, setting it apart from other guitar types.

Standard Fender Scale 34" for Bass
Moving on to bass guitars, the standard scale length for traditional Fender-style basses such as the Precision Bass and Jazz Bass is 34 inches. The longer scale length in bass guitars has its own implications for playability and sound.