Neck Conditioning and Care

[Duolos]

I am new to the Ball family and own several now. I take IMPECCABLE care of all my gear and guitars and was wondering what is the best thing to use on the necks (not fretboards) of these guitars to keep them in their best care and condition. Thanks in advance

 

[blackspy]

 

[Beth]

Hey Duolos,

Here ya go!

http://www.ernieball.com/faq_content.php?subjectcode=mm_guitars

-Beth

 

[Jimothy JP7]

First thing on the EB F.A.Q.:

Q: How do I clean and maintain my Music Man neck?

A: To clean the neck, use a high-grade of lemon oil. If the neck is very dirty, try Murphy's Oil Soap diluted 3:1. Some players have found that using a toothbrush for cleaning is very effective.

Since the neck is unfinished, it is more susceptible to humidity changes. A very infrequent dose of gunstock oil will help to keep the neck maintained; we recommend Birchwood-Casey Tru-Oil, but any good quality gunstock oil will work. Use a small amount, leave it on for 5 minutes, then wipe it off with a paper towel. After that, apply Birchwood-Casey Gunstock Wax. Be sure to douse the paper towel with water before disposing of it! Read the wax and oil manufacturer's instructions regarding disposal of these used paper towels.

Birchwood-Casey products are available at most sporting goods or gun stores. Their web address is Birchwood Casey.

Rosewood fingerboards should not be treated with the gunstock oil; instead they should be treated with a high grade of lemon oil. Again, for cleaning, try using the same high grade of lemon oil to clean the entire neck, both maple and rosewood fretboards. If the neck is very dirty, you can use a small amount of Murphy's Oil Soap, diluted 3:1 to clean it. Keep in mind that if the dirt has gotten into the wood, it cannot be removed except by sanding it down, which we do not recommend. It is better to keep it clean in the first place. Washing your hands first helps! On an unfinished neck, some discoloration after many hours of playing is normal. Be sure to follow all of the manufacturers recommended safety precautions when using any of these oils or waxes.

 

[Jimothy JP7]

DAMN YOU CS!!!! YOU'RE TOO FAST!!



Now slack like those other brands.

 

[jazzbo jim]

play nice, now...

 

[Sub1 Zero]

I've seen forums before where people could barely ask a question without that response. Rare here While I do think people should use the search, I don't blame him for this question, as I would do the same

 

[candid_x]

Welcome, Duolos.

There's many threads on this topic, which is why us lazy bast***s are suggesting using the search option. Here's just one:

http://www.ernieball.com/forums/music-man-guitars/21923-keeping-guitar-neck-clean.html

 

[Duolos]

Thanks for the help....It will be great to hammer others when they sincerely ask for advice....

 

[blackspy]

play nice, now...

Wasn't meant to be mean, just that search was probably the best, most effective means of finding detailed information. Lord knows, I asked the question too.

 

[jagged]

does anyone know where can I get the Birchwood Caset Oil+Wax in Ontario or Toronto?


Someone alsl mentioned that you can scrub the wood between the frets using steel wool.. would this tarnish some of the treatment that the wood has gone through?

 

[beej]

does anyone know where can I get the Birchwood Caset Oil+Wax in Ontario or Toronto?

Hey dude- my last purchase of the oil & wax was at Gagnos Sports in Oshawa - (905) 725-5798.

You can call BC and get their ON distributor (in Ottawa) and they might be able to get you a list of closer stores; let your fingers do the walking.

 

[jagged]

has anyone used the wonderwipes?

 

[jongitarz]

I just got some Wonder Wipes to try out at work, and I think they are GREAT. I am really impressed with them. I know Derek and Brian spent a lot of time working on them until the formula was just right. Good stuff!

 

[MusicManJP6]

i can't wait to get my hands on those wonder wipes!