@@danthegeetarman After crowning, start with 400 grit to remove the tool marks, then gradually work your way up to 8000 for a perfect, smooth finish.

@@frtlzr_official awesome! Thanks!! By the way, I also just bought your actual gauge. Genius idea to put the half spheres instead of the rectangles so you can actually see how for from the tip you are. I think it should be arriving soon since I’m here in the states

@@alexdeleon7135 The humbucker adapter is designed to be compatible with screws from Seymour Duncan, Dimarzio, and other pickups with imperial threads, so you shouldn't have any issues using it with imperial threads. Additionally the adapter fits screws with a maximum diameter of 3 mm. In this case you just need to apply a bit of pressure when fitting the screw.

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@@mg5672 Hello! High frets can occur with many guitars and are quite common, especially in models under the 1000 euro price range. This issue is usually resolved with a bit of fret leveling and polishing. Rest assured, the overall quality of this guitar is very good for the price, and the pickups deliver a decent sound. As always sound is a very subjective thing. We appreciate your feedback and are here to assist with any further concerns you may have.

Fenders like Gibson are so over priced and rated it's criminal , materials and quality control over the years have gone downhill , just trading on their names. I've had 2 Starts and a Les Paul with terrible fret work and finishing issues. I'm not defending Harley Benton but for the money they are damn hard to beat. If you want top quality best bet is to have one made by a known luthier to order.

@@Wembley1998 you can order at www.frtlzr.com or buy on eBay. We ship internationally for around 3 Euros 😊👍

@@frtlzr_official I will order at the end of the month. Hopefully the shipping cost will stay the same at 3 euros 😆

thanks for your comment! The 5-way switch might not be the highest quality, but it works fine for most users. The addition of the two 470k capacitors for the single pickups is indeed a nice feature, enhancing the overall versatility of the guitar. Great value for the price, indeed!

Merci Matt !!!

great question! In this case, fret crowning wasn't necessary because the Fretshaper only removed a small amount of material from the fret, and the round shape remained after fret polishing. However, if the fret crown is flattened after spot leveling and the flat surface is wider than approximately 1mm, then crowning could be a good idea to restore the proper shape. Thanks for watching!

thanks for your feedback! This video is primarily a tutorial aimed at helping viewers learn how to perform specific tasks on their guitars. It's more focused on being informative and educational rather than entertaining. We appreciate your understanding!

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That's great 😃👍 Will be shipped tomorrow ✌️😎 Thanks 👍

Yes, it works on stainless steel frets as well. 😎👍 The Harley Benton ST Modern Plus features these frets.

Up to now we sell those separately and we consider creating special bundles as soon as our new products will be launched 😊👍

I'm pretty sure this video is for people who can do the work themselves. It's not that hard and saves you the money for a luthier. After all these are guitars which would be at least 1000.- from any other brand and i have encountered all of these issues in that price range too. I play guitars way more that i have worked on myself! Tip for frets: before you start filing them, give them a tap with the nylon hammer, sometimes it is enough to seat them properly and the rocking dissapears....🎸🤘🏼🎸

Hey @petersmith143 and @gearViewmirror, thanks for your input! @petersmith143, I understand your frustration. It’s true that level frets are essential for a guitar's playability. However, high frets can occur even on guitars costing well over 1000 euros. The video aims to help those who might encounter this issue by showing them how to fix it themselves, saving the cost and time of taking it to a luthier. @gearViewmirror, you’re spot on! This video is indeed for those who are comfortable doing their own adjustments. Your tip about tapping the frets with a nylon hammer is excellent and can definitely help in some cases. For anyone else watching, if you're experiencing similar issues with your guitar, give these DIY methods a try. It might seem daunting at first, but it can be a rewarding experience and save you some money in the long run. Happy playing 😎

There is no such thing as a perfectly leveled frets, not even a plek custom shop Gibson Les Paul have perfect frets. Guitar necks are made of wood, and it’s physically impossible for a piece of wood to be perfectly flat or being a straight condition forever, you got to live with it.

@@serspeny1237 you make a great point! Achieving perfectly leveled frets is a challenge for any guitar, even high-end models. Since guitar necks are made of wood, they are prone to changes due to temperature and humidity. Some materials are less likely to change a lot over time like roasted maple or e.g. carbon reinforced necks. Nevetheless these changes can cause the wood to expand or contract, which can lead to shifts in the fretboard and can make the frets uneven over time. This is why regular maintenance and occasional fretwork are important to keep any guitar in top playing condition. Thanks for sharing your insights!

I've read all of the comments and as much as I want to respect everyone's thoughts Peter is correct. You should not have to do a lot of fret dressing on a new guitar. It's absurd. A little bit perhaps but it's a quality control issue if you receive a guitar with pronounced fret height issues.

glad you noticed! Adding resistors to balance the single coils with the humbucker is a fantastic improvement. This little tweak can make a difference in achieving a consistent volume and tone across different pickup selections.

@@frtlzr_official Would it be possible to manually add these resistors to a Fusion III yourself?

Both are good guitars. Depending also on what sound you are looking for. 😎👍 The Fusion T is a bit heavier though.

​​@@frtlzr_official friend, thank you yes for your opinion, I have the T HH OCT EB fusion on Harley Benton and it is a great guitar, very good yes... your video is excellent, friend, congratulations 👏 🙌

@@jonatanronaldgonzalezariza18 thanks and enjoy playing ✌️😊🎸

Yes of course 😊👍

Thank you for your interest! Our FRTLZR® products, including the Fretshaper, are proudly made in Germany and offer exceptional quality at a great price. We focus on providing top-notch tools for guitar enthusiasts and professionals to ensure the best performance and playability. While we don't offer coupons or discounts at the moment, we are committed to delivering excellent value through the high quality and durability of our tools. To learn more about our products, visit frtlzr.com If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out. Happy playing!

Thank you for your question! The FRTLZR® Fret Polishing Kit includes various grits for different levels of polishing. While the finer grits (like 1500 and above) are designed for smooth polishing and won't significantly reduce fret height, the 400 grit can indeed remove a small amount of material from the frets. This is useful for eliminating deeper scratches and oxidation but should be used sparingly to avoid lowering the frets too much. For regular maintenance and to ensure you don't remove too much material, it's best to start with a higher grit like 1500 or 3000 and only use the 400 grit when necessary for more stubborn blemishes. Always follow up with finer grits to smooth and polish the fret surface. For more details, you can visit frtlzr.com Hope this helps, and happy playing!

You can buy our tools on www.frtlzr.com/shop

If the 11th fret is lower than the others and causing buzzing on the 12th, you might need to level the frets. Using a fret rocker to confirm the fret's level can be helpful. If you're not experienced with fret work, it might be best to consult a professional luthier. If the 12th fret is higher than the other frets and causes a buzz or dead spot you can use the Fretshaper for fret spot leveling.

@@frtlzr_official Thank You!

Thanks for your comment. It's available in our webshop. We ship to the US for 2,90 Euros. Visit www.frtlzr.com 👍

@@frtlzr_official I did check out the shop, I just wasn't sure if you shipped to the US. Glad to know you do. The price even with the shipping is way better, and it will do the same thing. Thank you for your response, I will be making some purchases in the near future.

Thanks for your comment. You can order from our website with 2,90 Euros international shipping costs. 👍

Thank you Matt

Thanks for your comment.

Stewmac charges over twice the msrp of DMT sharpening stones and sells them as Fret Leveling stones LOL

Thanks for your comment Andrew!

thanks Mr Matt!

Thanks for your comment. In this video we cover all questions we have gotten in the last months. Especially for guitarists doing fret polishing the first time. We have a 3 minute version on our website www.frtlzr.com/tutorials

Merci 😊👍