The Fret Files

Recent Episodes

Ep 95 – Q&A

Posted December 15, 2019 • 00:44:45

In this episode, Eric and Melissa answer calls and emails with questions like refretting maple Fender necks, relic'ing modern guitars, how to route...

Ep 94 – Q&A

Posted December 1, 2019 • 00:47:02

In this episode, Eric and Melissa do a little guitar news, and then answer questions about Les Paul wiring, installing side dots, using double sided...

Ep 93 – Q&A

Posted November 15, 2019 • 00:52:24

In this episode, Eric and Melissa answer questions about how to properly pack a guitar for shipping, what to do about finish cracks, how to optimize...

Ep 92 – Horror Stories

Posted October 30, 2019 • 00:34:45

In this episode, Eric and Melissa take a few questions (like what causes figuring in maple) and read submitted Guitar Horror Stories. Enjoy!

Ep 91 – Q&A

Posted October 15, 2019 • 00:46:54

In this episode, Eric and Melissa take questions about Martin vs. Taylor neck joints, finishing with shellac, unoriented alnico magnets, helping a "stiff"...