How To Fix Sharp Fret Ends

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  • Опубликовано: 18 ноя 2024

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  • @XciteMike
    @XciteMike 3 года назад +24

    It says a lot about you in how willing you are to teach your tools of the trade for the sake of teaching and sharing your enthusiasm. Keep it up!

  • @rstevenhanson
    @rstevenhanson 2 года назад +2

    Slow and steady . . . easier said than done, but so necessary! Great video!

  • @richardbandini9077
    @richardbandini9077 4 года назад +1

    I always wonder why some people will give a thumbs down to a video like this. He’s articulate, he has common sense, and if you are here is because you need some guidance on this particular topic. It’d be helpful to provide specific feedback if you give a thumbs down.

  • @ampegloud
    @ampegloud 5 лет назад +3

    I've seen a lot of videos on RUclips this is got to be the best no Babaling no background music no stupid sayings no jokes straight out professionally and in formative thumbs up to you

  • @AlbusBand
    @AlbusBand 6 лет назад +97

    The sanding through painters tape is genius!!!

    • @yosserhughes9100
      @yosserhughes9100 5 лет назад +3

      Ingenious! A great idea based on ingenuity (someone's "genius")

    • @RocknJazzer
      @RocknJazzer 5 лет назад +12

      gums up sandpaper tho, and to be truly flush would have to sand thru to fingerboard also

    • @Jihadbearzwithgunz
      @Jihadbearzwithgunz 4 года назад +1

      @@RocknJazzer why you use the file for that and not sand paper then clean the file afterwards of course

    • @charlesmerfeld2988
      @charlesmerfeld2988 2 года назад +1

      I'm guessing you could probably file after with it still on

  • @brunolevasseur
    @brunolevasseur 4 года назад +5

    I am taking occasion to say, about you american guys, to share so much tricks to work and manage alright .
    Not the same in France, where each guy tends to not share their skills (Oh no, I want to stay in my "bubble" !).
    However very nice trick , I've experimented it lastly on my Flying V and it works very fine!
    Greetings from France!

  • @senseiruss
    @senseiruss 2 года назад +24

    This tutorial is awesome! I followed your steps and advice and was able to completely transform the feel on the neck of my Squier Telelcaster. It's now totally sprout-less and the comfort level of playing in it perfect! Thanks so much for sharing this, Phillip!

  • @bobjohnson5218
    @bobjohnson5218 Год назад

    Your description of the long wide file with wood handle is the best I've seen!!!

  • @tomminet
    @tomminet Год назад +12

    Thank you so much, Phil. Although I've played guitar for decades, I've always been nervous about undertaking these kinds of things and end up taking my guitars to a tech. This video did two things: first, it helped me overcome that fear by demystifying things; and, second, it told me everything I needed to know. I had the right tools for the job, too, and that helped. The results couldn't have been better. Thanks again!

  • @p.a.tscherenkow352
    @p.a.tscherenkow352 4 года назад +32

    I recently filed the fret ends of a cheap guitar myself, which cost me less than 2 € and 5 minutes of work:
    Buy a nail file which is not made from metal but from glass; those files usually have a thickness of around 3 to four millimetres. Then carefully file off the sharp edges with the smallest side of the nail file using just the tip of it. If you don't haste, then you don't even need to use tape to protect the fretboard.

    • @shreepadgandhi6739
      @shreepadgandhi6739 7 месяцев назад

      Hi. That sounds interesting. Do you mean to say the glass file used by ladies for manicure?
      Thanks in advance.

  • @antmax
    @antmax 6 лет назад +13

    Thanks for the tape fret end trick. A very nice way to file the ends quickly without worrying about the binding or fretboard edge as much. Wouldn't have thought of it on my own and haven't seen it done that way elsewhere.

  • @sofiodotcom
    @sofiodotcom 2 года назад

    long time listener, first time caller. I need to know best way to do a gear fix. Do YT search--- many choices. Choose Phil because it will be succinct , but cover the essential steps, and he refines. Love that. Did not disappoint. Doing now. Thx

  • @cdmracing
    @cdmracing 2 года назад +12

    I just bought a kit guitar and have been watching a ton of “how to” videos. This is the best fret filing video I have seen yet. Great close ups and descriptions of how to hold the file and how much pressure to apply. Thanks for the video!

  • @the_inspired_one
    @the_inspired_one 2 года назад +1

    I’ve never attempted to do any guitar repair work. I watched your video review of fret polishing tools and now this….and I’m feeling confident to give it a go on a cheap guitar to eventually be able to repair my dads old acoustic which actually cut my hand. Now my niece has a guitar but my dad bought it and I haven’t seen it, no telling how it plays! But I love him and he means well. I’d like to do some cool uncle stuff for my niece and for belated Father’s Day to get them both playing guitar without cutting their hands.Appreciate your teaching style and showing us how to hold the files and how to put pressure and then explaining how important temperament is to do quality work!

  • @ebikes2xs159
    @ebikes2xs159 11 месяцев назад +1

    Phil is a master at showing you how it's done and just as important makes you feel like you can do this. I remember my first truss rod adjustment; I fully expected the neck to explode, a fret to fly off and put my eye out.

  • @EXIT4ERICH
    @EXIT4ERICH 6 лет назад +194

    Thumbs up if you noticed Phillips weight loss. Keep it going Phillip !

    • @BrianSGuitars
      @BrianSGuitars 6 лет назад +5

      Yeah looking good Phil!

    • @yosserhughes9100
      @yosserhughes9100 5 лет назад +2

      I'm just wondering if "stu mack" sells under-ware? I heard through the grape-vine they sell everything?!

    • @dreamspheree
      @dreamspheree 3 года назад +1

      i was just watching this videos and i follow phililp, i have to do some fret work so i went back older videos. and i was thinking damn he was slimmer 2 years ago

  • @todou8122
    @todou8122 4 года назад

    Thanks for all you do on this channel Phil ,,, sure wished you lived in Vegas . You are simply the best luthier out their .

  • @leswhite9079
    @leswhite9079 2 года назад

    I like your comments regarding patience as I have none...Great video

  • @leetintary2074
    @leetintary2074 2 года назад

    You have the best how to do it yourself videos for setting up and repairing guitars.

  • @dennisdewinter1997
    @dennisdewinter1997 3 года назад

    I just came upon this video and thoroughly appreciate the simplicity of it.
    Thanks so much.

  • @xxz7935
    @xxz7935 3 года назад +2

    Thanks.just did my first fret sprout correction followed your instructions using painters tape and files you recommended.I bought a Monoprice strat.frets were so sharp they actually cut my fingers. Your method worked great and now guitar very playable.thanks Jerry

  • @YakDiezel
    @YakDiezel Год назад

    I followed your lead with the stewmac file and tape and man with a little patience and care let the smoothing begin!!

  • @LetsTalkAboutMathRock
    @LetsTalkAboutMathRock 6 лет назад +12

    Phil's walk-in entrance to this video was ligit.
    Excellent video as always!

  • @Scott9393NJ
    @Scott9393NJ 4 года назад

    Great process for handling sharp fret ends. Painters tape - super idea.

  • @KevanRCraft
    @KevanRCraft 4 года назад

    I have fret sprout on a new Squire Bullet Telecaster I recently purchased online which I wanted to correct and make smooth and rounded and this video tutorial on how to achieve just that is eactly what I was looking for.. I've watched so many videos on RUclips which start getting confusing after a bit but this video of your's here Phillip is spot on and right on the money for me.
    I own a lot of guitars but purchased the Squire Bullet Telecaster during this pandemic lockdown to start playing guitar again without damaging any of my expensive Fender Strats and I always wanted a Tele so went with the Squire model as a knock about without damaging the more expensive guitars.
    Thank you so much for your help and advice. It helps that your video tutorials explain the information in sound and clear undestandable English. You have almost a musical speaking voice which helps when you communicate information and as such I would like to thank you. You provide excellent tutorials on guitar tech and Luthier techniques which are so helpful and informative. You happen to be one of the best out there doing this. You, sir, are a master at this.
    Again, thank you. Have a great day from England, UK.

  • @anthonyskellern5970
    @anthonyskellern5970 Год назад

    Wonderful - you just can't help but trust Phil !
    These videos are packed with practical knowledge, useful tricks and tips, concisely-explained workflows, and the application of common sense (a pretty rare commodity these days!). All explained in an easy conversational style that is engaging and entertaining. Thanks, Phil - you are a diamond in a landscape full of rubble!

  • @GigiHabibi
    @GigiHabibi 2 года назад +1

    Thank you so much for sharing your experience. My hands were really hurting! 💐

  • @RichardGarcia93
    @RichardGarcia93 Год назад

    I just got a job at a Ukelele repair company and I found that the sharp fret ends made me nervous to take a file to them. But this made it more approachable. Thanks, Phil!

  • @frank0stein
    @frank0stein 4 года назад +3

    I was looking at a bunch of other videos on this, but once I found out you already did one, I realized I didn't have to look anywhere else. You always explain things so easily and are very knowledgeable. Thanks for the tips!

  • @lorenvguitar614
    @lorenvguitar614 5 лет назад +1

    Excellent video, I appreciate the no-nonsense approach to the great work that you do. No silly or stupid jokes or tasteless of color humor. Thank you for the professional advice, well done indeed.

  • @mil182
    @mil182 Месяц назад

    I know this video has been out for a while now but thank you for this and all the incredible videos. I always learn so much from your channel and it’s a huge help when working on my guitars!

  • @charlesflint9048
    @charlesflint9048 Год назад

    As one who is currently building a guitar kit I really appreciate tips such as these. Thanks!.

  • @thatdamnkid89
    @thatdamnkid89 Год назад

    …I totally understand this instruction. I have been using my wife’s nail “maintenance “ tools for quite a while. The taping thing is genius…I am such a mooron for not taping both to and sides and letting the tape and feel tell you to stop. And using the file …exactly …don’t just grind away…what a great video ! love your stuff! Just bought a Harley Benton Aeolus …we should talk…

  • @richpeltrick1492
    @richpeltrick1492 2 года назад +1

    Great instruction Philip!
    I feel much less intimidated to attempt this. Just need the right tools. Thanks!

  • @robertlowryjr
    @robertlowryjr Год назад +1

    This is by far the most clear and detailed and practical video I've seen on this subject. I love how you showed how safe the tools are. And I also very much appreciate the remark about slowing down, and if we don't have that type of patience we shouldn't be working on guitar. I can apply that to working on cars or relationships really anything. Thank you for your time!

  • @joshualoveless20
    @joshualoveless20 Год назад +1

    Cuticle file!
    You're a genius!

  • @mrjohnp555
    @mrjohnp555 5 лет назад +9

    I never saw the filing through the tape trick before, great idea...

  • @livergen
    @livergen 2 года назад +1

    Thank You Phillip, You are such a good Teacher...! You share so very much solid info & your personaly truly is one-in-a-million, your a good guy brother...Thank You again..

  • @dalepal
    @dalepal 6 лет назад +2

    It’s that time of year when here on the northeast everything dries out and there is a chance of having to deal with fret sprout. I like the idea of the painters tape over the top and sanding through it to protect the areas you don’t want to damage.

  • @сергейсолоницкий-м9ь

    Professional work, and the explanation of the procedure, which is described in this video, worthy of praise.😍

  • @catboyzee
    @catboyzee 4 года назад

    Got it. Patience, gentleness, and steadiness is key to good fretwork. Good stuff. Thanks for posting.

  • @Tc-xh6lr
    @Tc-xh6lr 4 года назад +2

    Thank you for this! I have an Ibanez Prestige that developed some REALLY sharp fret sprout, to the point I had stopped playing it for quite a while. All it took was the sanding down the side with the painters tape to get rid of it all, and now it feels like I have a NGD from not playing it for so long!

  • @vinnieirvine1365
    @vinnieirvine1365 4 года назад +3

    Great video. I used my normal fret level block and started with much more coarse sandpaper than I’d use for a fret level, after watching this. I wasn’t sure how to deal with quite bad fret sprout before as I’ve never had it happen until this one guitar.
    It was done in minutes.
    Thanks

  • @anthkraus4433
    @anthkraus4433 2 года назад

    More involved than I thought, very informative, thanks

  • @jasonshermandds6034
    @jasonshermandds6034 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for the very helpful lesson, Phil.

  • @simonpilgrims
    @simonpilgrims 3 года назад

    Thank you Phil. I've been looking for ages for a comprehensive video to show me how to do this!

  • @frankiestephenson5729
    @frankiestephenson5729 5 лет назад +10

    Worked perfect for me on my new bass that was shredding me up!!! Thanks for the tip!!

  • @SteveMavronis
    @SteveMavronis Год назад +1

    I like your tape technique. I have a 2-1/2 month old Harley Benton TE-20 HH SBK tele style guitar in all satin black including the neck and fretboard. I live in Maryland and just noticed fret sprout actually pushing through the neck finish on the sides! I can't really send it back because I modded and upgraded all the hardware and electronics and got it sounding really good now after a lot of work. I think this tape trick will help me remove as little of the matte black finish around the fret tangs as possible. There will still be some paint touch up work to do at the severe fret sprouts that is beginning to chip the finish since it appears they painted over the fret tangs.

  • @Matthew-Lewis
    @Matthew-Lewis 2 года назад

    This is a great lesson with excellent detail. Thanks!

  • @kerryewen3624
    @kerryewen3624 Год назад

    I certainly enjoy your videos Phillip , very informative as always , thank you !

  • @dianabravo2106
    @dianabravo2106 6 лет назад

    I’ve got fret sprout on a Squier Strat I bought real cheap and it would not sell because of it. Going to order a couple tools to fix. Thank you Phil! Great video.

  • @AtacamaHumanoid
    @AtacamaHumanoid 4 года назад

    Better instructions than Stew Mac's own video. Thanks!

  • @carlosegtrs5308
    @carlosegtrs5308 6 лет назад +2

    Been working on guitars and feels good that I am doing similir work that you just demonstrate.

  • @robkilpat3143
    @robkilpat3143 3 года назад

    Thanks. I'm learning everything I can about Guitars.

  • @highdeserthodad5529
    @highdeserthodad5529 Год назад

    this is helpful as always. it took a bit to find the tools on stewmac. i was hoping you had said their official names. cuticle->micro mesh touch up; wood handle file -> fret leveler 6”

  • @rogerrussian9750
    @rogerrussian9750 3 года назад

    Good on ya Phil ! Another great one. This is what I wanted to see, now I can do the frets on my Les Paul & not worry too much about wrecking the binding. This job in Aussie is about $300 & I've seen some where I've asked "did you actually do the frets?"

  • @arthurride5610
    @arthurride5610 6 лет назад +1

    phil,although i find guitar a bit painful,i always enjoy your vids,i find your nice way is very friendly and you have a good grasp of the subject,and watching you is always something that i enjoy to chill out to,thanks for all your output mate,well done

  • @nicuf6546
    @nicuf6546 4 месяца назад

    Foarte interesant si instructiv . Am invatat ceva . Multumesc si felicitari !

  • @Booze4Blues
    @Booze4Blues 4 года назад

    Great insight . . I’ve a 16 year old Gibson Jumbo that’s needing all the ends doing. This saves me time and adds care 👌🏻

  • @murkish
    @murkish 2 года назад

    Thanks for the in depth video! Gonna be picking up some files now

  • @williamwagnon2809
    @williamwagnon2809 Год назад +1

    Great video!! I'd like to see more like this. Great job!!

  • @danielsoucy6688
    @danielsoucy6688 2 года назад

    THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH! tHE SMALL FILL THING IS AWESOME! AND YOUR RIGHT!
    PATIENCE AND MOVING SLOW MAKE THE PAY!

  • @xavierpacheco7297
    @xavierpacheco7297 4 года назад

    Thank you Phillip! Excellent techniques I will certainly use.

  • @stevee_sunset
    @stevee_sunset 4 года назад +1

    great video! Is there a link to the fret file you use?

  • @ToddtheExploder
    @ToddtheExploder 4 года назад

    Extremely educational and enlightening, Phillip! Thanks, hombre!

  • @UrquidiGuitars
    @UrquidiGuitars 6 лет назад

    Excellent video Phillip, the trick with the painter's tape is something ingenious, I do however suggest filing the sides of the frets from the fretboard out, opposite of you technique. Thanks

  • @bobgausman1127
    @bobgausman1127 6 лет назад +1

    Great video Phil, I already have the tools, nice to see how to properly use them.

  • @JohnnyBeane
    @JohnnyBeane 6 лет назад +2

    I've had a few guitars that have had Fret Sprout. Scratches your hand up. Thanks Phillip!!!

  • @david_farmer
    @david_farmer 2 года назад +1

    Hey Phillip - thanks for this video. I just bought a guitar whose frets are so sharp I'm actually scared to play it. I was running my fingers over it and got a huge snag.
    Anyway, if you get a sec to refresh your links to the files you're using, many thanks! The Sweetwater one just takes us to Sweetwater. I'm especially interested in that first one you used as well as the one with the rounded back.

  • @harlescooper3602
    @harlescooper3602 6 лет назад +2

    Awesome! I have feeling I will need to do this, after I move to arizona from Washington state. Thanks so much for this tip !

  • @harryklippton
    @harryklippton 6 лет назад +2

    This was unbelievably helpful and informative. Thanks Phil!

  • @charlesmerfeld2988
    @charlesmerfeld2988 2 года назад

    I have a few that could use some help thanks for the tutorial.

  • @chrisclassical7
    @chrisclassical7 2 года назад +1

    really great video, thank you for sharing

  • @wadeteach
    @wadeteach Год назад

    I literally just bought that same stewmac file after watching this video. I have 5 guitars that need this treatment.

  • @ampegloud
    @ampegloud 4 года назад

    Really good videos , thank you for not playing music while you're explaining things👍

  • @Claimjumper55
    @Claimjumper55 6 лет назад

    I learned how to do some of this by watching one of your previous videos. I bought that fret tool and the emery boards from Stew-Mac and I've been able to dress the frets on several of my guitars. I didn't know about the large wooden handled file though or the technique for using it. I'll have to get one of those and take my fretwork to the next level. Thanks Phil.

  • @marcotramontana
    @marcotramontana 6 лет назад

    Just yesterday I was going crazy with a ruined epiphone les paul. Thanks for this tutorial, it was very usefull for me.

  • @aidantod33
    @aidantod33 5 лет назад

    Great teaching Phil. Thanks

  • @mattelder9147
    @mattelder9147 4 года назад +1

    Thanks Phillip. Just ordered the tools to spruce up a recently acquired guitar. Will practice on the kids' squire mini first.

  • @gtr1952
    @gtr1952 4 года назад

    This is an older video, but still relevant. I have been using the file jig for the initial bevel for a very long time. I bought the first one from Browns Guitar Factory, I believe they make them for StewMac. It is a 35 degree bevel. I since make my own on the table saw, and use 15, 20 and 25 degree bevel. Depending on neck carve, binding and fret size. I then use a variety of fret end files to round over before polishing. Also if you run a long piece of tape horizontal on the edge, as you showed, then over the top of the fretboard vertically when necessary, you can remove everything at once by pulling off the horizontal piece. Saves a bunch of time that way. The whole thing is subjective, that's just what works for me... JMHO, be safe... --gary

  • @FlyOnTheMoon.
    @FlyOnTheMoon. 5 лет назад +4

    Thanks, Phillip. I've learned a lot from you, and I appreciate your sharing of knowledge with us.

  • @guitarlessonswithchris
    @guitarlessonswithchris 2 года назад

    Thank you Phil, you're always the man to turn to for guitar knowledge!

  • @gw2934
    @gw2934 5 лет назад

    Great fret tips !!! Loved it !!

  • @carlmontney7916
    @carlmontney7916 Год назад +1

    An excellent video describing and showing perfectly how to deal with an issue that seems to crop up a lot more than it should with fretted instruments. And I agree 100% with you when you say go slow. I learned that many years ago. I always tell people hey, it's easy to take something off a little bit at a time, but it's really hard or almost impossible to put it back if you take too much. Remember, When it comes to working on your guitar, especially fret work or nut work. Don't be the hare, be the tortoise.

  • @nitroxylictv
    @nitroxylictv 2 года назад

    My new Schecter CR6 has some fret sprout and a little buzzing but its nothing too bad. Definitely not as bad as my Squier. Thanks for the help!

  • @Grandpa.Dan8881
    @Grandpa.Dan8881 6 лет назад +2

    Thanks Phill, Nice job. Keep them coming...

  • @eronel55
    @eronel55 5 лет назад +2

    Thank you for all that you give the community. I recently got my jazz bass back to find those sharp fret ends. I was quite concerned abt damaging the fretboard. I have a bevdling block as well as a small file with flat and rounded sides. Anyways thanks for this. I’m going to continue tonight

  • @wolverine3344
    @wolverine3344 4 года назад

    Your videos are the best Phil, we gotta get you another thousand subs to hit the magic 250k mark.

  • @shaunw9270
    @shaunw9270 6 лет назад

    Very interesting advice as usual. I would like to watch a video of you , outlining a basic set of tools and equipment needed to start maintaining your own guitars and some tips on what tools you stick to pro luthier supplies and which tools it doesn't matter so much if it's cheap jack stuff. Cheers !

  • @scottnorman408
    @scottnorman408 6 лет назад

    Phil I use the nail buffers too. Thanks for the tips

  • @tolerbearALTII
    @tolerbearALTII 5 лет назад +1

    Can we say patience? Lol. Good info dude. I'm trying to gather the courage to do my favorite two guitars. Ugh. I'm more worried about chipping though. This video shows me how to finish my first fret job. It was a kit guitar that I had to put frets on. I've tried refrets before and the fretboard chipped a bit.

  • @Erankehimker
    @Erankehimker 6 лет назад

    thank phill these tech tip are super helpfull and the diffculty meter is genius as well

  • @stebly7
    @stebly7 6 лет назад +2

    Thanks Phillip, this is very good info and technique to know, as I'm sure that most players of fretted instruments have run into "sprouting" at one time or another.

  • @paulinedavis8734
    @paulinedavis8734 2 года назад

    Thanks, that was crystal clear !!

  • @vincentgrippi3282
    @vincentgrippi3282 5 лет назад

    My epiphone has this problem, glad I found this video , thanks

  • @Meiji1868
    @Meiji1868 6 лет назад

    Best video on this topic I’ve seen

  • @marinevet7273
    @marinevet7273 2 года назад +1

    Can you add links to the bigger wood tool, is that a fret leveler?

  • @garycrouse1918
    @garycrouse1918 3 года назад

    great tutorial Phil !!! Thx man

  • @BrianSGuitars
    @BrianSGuitars 6 лет назад +2

    I need this done on one of my guitars, and now thanks to this I'm just going to do it myself! Thanks!

  • @rjroth4869
    @rjroth4869 3 года назад

    This is terrific - thank you! Different question: is how does one "roll" the edges of a fingerboard for more comfort/playability? Thanks.