MusicMan Necks

[SterlingFan]

If this has been covered before, sorry. A lot of basses now have graphite reinforced necks such as MIA Fenders, ect. Now, from what I have read, Musicman dosen't use any graphite rods. Do the rods really help. My new Sterling has a great neck, but what does the future hold for it?

 

[hankSRay]

You have nothing to worry about, MM necks are extremely stable.

 

[midopa]

As Jon said, just don't take it swimming with you.

 

[Rod Trussbroken]

>>>Do the rods really help

From my experience, I would have to say no.

Case in point is my 1997 Fender J Deluxe (MIA) which I bought new. It has two rods in the neck. Within in a year, it developed a very large bow.

It's ok now though as I had the neck heat treated.

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