For beginners selecting guitars, consider the following steps to ensure a wise purchase and avoid being misled (Chapter 6)

Now, let's strum through the neck of the guitar, focusing on the nut, frets, fretboard, and the straightness of the neck. Here's a breakdown of each:

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The Nut: That white strip you see? That's the nut, or more specifically, the upper nut (we'll get to the lower nut in a bit). It might also be black.

Common materials for the nut include plastic and bone.

Its job is to hold and support the strings, keeping them at a certain height above the fretboard.

The height of this gap affects the playability of the guitar. If it's too high, the action (string height) is increased, making it tough to press the strings, especially for beginners, which can really strum up the difficulty of learning.

Remember our earlier tip? A 1mm gap between the first fret and the string is just right!

Fret Issues: Let's recap fret inspection:

Feel along the edges of the frets from the headstock to the neck joint. Look out for any uneven frets that might scratch your fingers during practice.

Also, check if the frets are level. Uneven frets can cause fret buzz—that annoying zzz sound when the strings vibrate against the frets while playing.

Follow the arrow in the image to spot any frets that are unevenly high (or low).

Nut Close-Up: Here's a detailed look at the nut to help you see it more clearly.

In essence, when you're eyeing a guitar, make sure the nut is doing its job right, the frets are smooth and level, and the neck is straight as an arrow. This will ensure a smooth and buzz-free playing experience.