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Intonation (here we go again)
MikeK
Asheville, NCNew Altamira M-30 D-Cedar, Gitane DG-320 John Jorgensen
I know we've discussed intonation before, but I'm wondering if it's unrealistic to expect great intonation on a gypsy jazz guitar in the under $2K range (like all of the ones I've owned). And if it is unrealistic, how much do I have to spend to get it. Paul? Anyone else? I've owned 5 Altamiras (all of which I've loved) & now a Gitane DG-320 (which I love), but they all seem to have minor intonation issues, to varying degrees. If I'm expecting too much for the price range, I'm willing to accept that. Or could I hope that the right luthier could get my guitars closer to perfect? I get setups once a year, but that element always seems to be about the same. It usually doesn't bother me, but sometimes it does.
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You play guitar. It will never be perfect. Even if you have a compensated bridge. The guitar is an imperfect design. I don't think the price range is the issue, I'll bet they use CNC to cut the fret slots.
Side question: what do you get set up every year? How much can change?