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Great tool
I’ve been very happy with the Harley Benton Parts String Action Gauge. First of all, I have to give credit to Harley Benton for offering a tool like this at an affordable price. It’s one of those practical guitar setup tools that can be surprisingly difficult to find locally, and having easy access to it is greatly appreciated.
Since purchasing it, the process of maintaining and setting up my own guitars has become much faster and more convenient. Whether I’m checking string action, making adjustments, or comparing setup changes, this gauge allows me to work more accurately and efficiently than relying on estimates.
The tool itself is well made. The aluminum construction feels sturdy and durable, and it has held up well to regular use. Despite being a simple tool, it gives a quality impression and feels like something that will last for many years.
What I like most is its practicality. It takes up almost no space, is easy to read, and makes guitar setup work much more straightforward. For anyone who enjoys doing their own maintenance and adjustments, it is a very useful addition to the toolbox.
Overall, this is a simple but highly effective tool that has saved me time and helped me achieve more consistent guitar setups. I can definitely recommend it to anyone who likes to work on their own instruments.
Since purchasing it, the process of maintaining and setting up my own guitars has become much faster and more convenient. Whether I’m checking string action, making adjustments, or comparing setup changes, this gauge allows me to work more accurately and efficiently than relying on estimates.
The tool itself is well made. The aluminum construction feels sturdy and durable, and it has held up well to regular use. Despite being a simple tool, it gives a quality impression and feels like something that will last for many years.
What I like most is its practicality. It takes up almost no space, is easy to read, and makes guitar setup work much more straightforward. For anyone who enjoys doing their own maintenance and adjustments, it is a very useful addition to the toolbox.
Overall, this is a simple but highly effective tool that has saved me time and helped me achieve more consistent guitar setups. I can definitely recommend it to anyone who likes to work on their own instruments.
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Hard to fault a ruler
One of these tools that you will not need or use on a daily basis but which every once in a while will be indispensable.
Measure your action for every string and pickup heights in metric or imperial. Document them and then change according to your playability and tonal preferences. Having a documented baseline is always going to help you and will let you see in an instant any changes in the setup; for example due to seasonal changes, guitar string gauge/brand changes, tuning changes etc. You don’t need this tool to set up your guitar but it sure as heck helps and really helps to ensure consistency. I’d recommend this along with a fret rocker and board guard as the first tools to own after a string winder.
Measure your action for every string and pickup heights in metric or imperial. Document them and then change according to your playability and tonal preferences. Having a documented baseline is always going to help you and will let you see in an instant any changes in the setup; for example due to seasonal changes, guitar string gauge/brand changes, tuning changes etc. You don’t need this tool to set up your guitar but it sure as heck helps and really helps to ensure consistency. I’d recommend this along with a fret rocker and board guard as the first tools to own after a string winder.
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It is not a "nice to have" but a "must to have" tool.
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Nice budget-friendly tool
The quality of this action gauge is very nice. The metal is thick enough so the gauge does not bend. The markings are clear and easy to read. The string height markers are not just line marks, as with some other manufacturers, but are coloured-stacks. This makes it easier to assess the actual height of the string. Very helpful.
It has every possible marks for string and pickup adjustments. Recommended values for guitar/bass string height, printed on the back give a good starting point for further adjustments, especially for those who are new to setting up their own guitars.
Overall, a great tool at fraction of the price you pay for some other brands. Highly recommended.
It has every possible marks for string and pickup adjustments. Recommended values for guitar/bass string height, printed on the back give a good starting point for further adjustments, especially for those who are new to setting up their own guitars.
Overall, a great tool at fraction of the price you pay for some other brands. Highly recommended.
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Essential tool to setup bridge and guitar's action.
For a few €, start making your collection of tools to setup your own guitar. DIY!
Supercomplete item with all measures required. string height (from fretboard or frets).
Complete it with knowledge acquired in internet.
Hint: NEVER go to change TRUSS ROD tension without knowing!
Supercomplete item with all measures required. string height (from fretboard or frets).
Complete it with knowledge acquired in internet.
Hint: NEVER go to change TRUSS ROD tension without knowing!
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JL
Good
Useful tool at a good price, edges are sharp.
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Simple and useful
I bought this to check the action of instruments before buying.
It is small enough to bring along in your pocket/wallet/purse.
Of course, you can tell just by playing whether the action is too high or not for you, but it's handy to have a concrete reading to compare to other instruments you may be trying or even to compare to what the action should ideally be for a specific instrument.
It is small enough to bring along in your pocket/wallet/purse.
Of course, you can tell just by playing whether the action is too high or not for you, but it's handy to have a concrete reading to compare to other instruments you may be trying or even to compare to what the action should ideally be for a specific instrument.
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String Action Gauge
After three months of use, print on the card is as the first day. I highly recommend.
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Useful, simple, essential
you don't need an expensive gear, you need a correct action and this simple gauge will really help you
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As advertised.
The piece of metal didn't come with sharp edges and the print on it is really easy to see, I even used it as a fret rocker to check for uneven frets, although you should use a proper fret rocker for that.
It's a "must have" tool if you really want to setup your guitars to your own desired measurements, including pickup height.
It's a "must have" tool if you really want to setup your guitars to your own desired measurements, including pickup height.
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