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roughcutguitars@gmail.com              312.543.3375

When I'm not working on a commission, I regularly build instruments to add
to the collection. If you see an instrument that is on hold or has been sold,
​I can build the same model to the exact same specifications or customize to
your preferences. See the Order page for pricing and options.

​  The closer fret spacing of 24" - 24.5" scale instruments is ideal for smaller
hands, easily nuanced slide guitar, or faster playing along the fretboard.​
​The fuller 25" - 25.5" scales give a slightly fuller tone and longer sustain.
Many factors influence tone and sustain, but for see the list below for scale
​size reference. My personal favorite is 25" - the 'perfect' compromise :-)


Scale      Brand & model reference

23"       'Traditional' tenor banjo & guitar 

24"       Fender Jaguar & Mustang

24.75"  Gibson Les Paul and most Epiphone

25"       Most PRS, Carvin & Danelectro

25.5"    Fender Stratocaster & Telecaster, most Ibanez, Jackson, Kramer & Squier