Complete System - Includes Fret Scale Templates & Fretsaw.
The jig is a larger version of our standard slotting jig for use on bass guitars and baritone guitars. The jig will also accept our standard guitar scale templates.
The jig is robustly designed for use in a bench vice providing stability and a comfortable working position.
The system is easy to set up and use. For further details on the product please visit the Fret Slotting Information page which provides guidelines on the jig setup and use.
INCLUDED:
- Hardwood Fret Slotting Jig Base - 715mm long x 78mm wide .
- Precision Fret Scale Template Set (Over 15 sizes in stock).
- Fretsaw 0.023" kerf (0.6mm) - 2.5mm Fixed Depth.
- Datum Fret Slot Locator.
- 5x Fretsaw Blades.
HARDWOOD SLOTTING JIG BASE
The jig base is made from 20mm thick ash and is fitted with a ribbed rubber covering for the fretboard to rest on. The rubber allows for a degree of variation in the board surface and provides friction against the cutting action.
For stability, we recommend that the jig is clamped in a vice. The solid jig base will facilitate this without damage or crushing of the jig sides. This will also permit soft clamps to be used over the board when cutting the slots.
INCLUDED FIXED DEPTH FRETSAW
The standard jig is supplied with a 2.5mm depth fretsaw . This can be substituted for an alternative depth if preferred. (Sanding the board radius will reduce the fret slot depth at the edges of the fretboard and the 2.5mm saw leaves sufficient depth of slot for the majority of fret wire sizes).
A popular alternative is a 2.0mm saw which is suitable for flatter boards typically 15" radius and above. Please leave a note at the checkout if you would prefer the 2.0mm alternative.
5 blades are included with the saw. Each kerf is precision set to 0.6mm and 100% inspected in our workshop.
FRETBOARD BLANK CONDITION
Please note that in order for the jig to function correctly, the fretboard must be flat prior to slotting. If the fretboard already has a radius, the saw will not locate properly for marking the slots and may also cut oversize slots.
Additional Bass & Baritone Scale Templates and Standard Guitar Scale Templates are also available.
Spare Blades can also be purchased from the web store.
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