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What is a scalloped neck?

jealousblues
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01/10/2004 6:53 am
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01/10/2004 12:04 pm
Guitars with scalloped necks have the fretboard material between the frets dug out, effectively making the fretboard concaved between each fret. This allows for better vibrato and easier string bends. Here's a pic:


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