What does it mean to re pitch a guitar neck?

Question

Is it risky re pitching it and how much would it cost to get it done?

Answer 1

Repitching a guitar neck is a process that is used on acoustic guitars. It requires that the back of the guitar be partially separated from the body. Then the neck is "tilted" and the back and endblock reglued. Although it sounds scary it is common practice on high end acoustics.

Cost is pretty high and depends on the complexity of the back binding as well as the extent of move that has to take place which may result in having to replane and refret the fingerboard as well. Figure $300 or more.

Answer 2

I've worked on a lot of guitars and I'm completely in the dark about what "re-pitching" means. Are you sure you have the correct terminology? Do you mean adjusting the truss rod?

Answer 3

By 're-pitching', maybe you mean re-adjusting the harmonics at the 12th fret. Not too difficult with a good electronic tuner, but if you're not sure --- take it to a dealer. A setup is costly, but you won't have any more problems -- go for it.

Answer 4

If your frets buzz there is a metal rod in the neck that can be adjusted by a technician. Most music stores can do it, it's not very expensive. Don't try it yourself. It needs to be done once in awhile because of humidity and temperature changes.

Answer 5

repitching it? huh?

thats new to me, unless it new terminology for an old technique

EDIT: im guessing youre talking about getting it "setup", with truss rod adjustments and bridge saddle adjustments to fix intonation and/or fret buzzing, and maybe high action.

might as well slap new strings on it too, call a reputable local shop and ask them how much a restringing, and setup would cost