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Hi everyone,
As this is my first post here, I'm looking forward to learning from your shared experiences. I have a question about the action height on my Guild CV-1C acoustic guitar.
Recently, I've picked up my guitar again after a long hiatus and have noticed that the action feels considerably high. When I measure it at the 12th fret, it seems to be more than what is commonly recommended (it's more than 4mm, see images below), which is making it particularly challenging to execute barre chords with clarity. They just don't sound as clean as I believe they should.
I am wondering if this difficulty is a result of my technique, which admittedly may be a bit rusty, or if it is indicative of my guitar needing some attention after not being played for several years.
Would anyone be able to advise on the following:
Thank you all in advance for your time and expertise!
As this is my first post here, I'm looking forward to learning from your shared experiences. I have a question about the action height on my Guild CV-1C acoustic guitar.
Recently, I've picked up my guitar again after a long hiatus and have noticed that the action feels considerably high. When I measure it at the 12th fret, it seems to be more than what is commonly recommended (it's more than 4mm, see images below), which is making it particularly challenging to execute barre chords with clarity. They just don't sound as clean as I believe they should.
I am wondering if this difficulty is a result of my technique, which admittedly may be a bit rusty, or if it is indicative of my guitar needing some attention after not being played for several years.
Would anyone be able to advise on the following:
- What is the ideal action height for a Guild CV-1C to facilitate smooth playability?
- Are there any specific maintenance tips I should follow to correct the action height after a period of disuse?
- Could this be an issue with my technique, and if so, what exercises might help me improve my fretting to overcome high action?
Thank you all in advance for your time and expertise!