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Forum Ringside => Guitars, Amps and Effects => Topic started by: Dr. Vic on April 10, 2011, 02:49:40 PM

Title: The 24 scale length of the Jaguar
Post by: Dr. Vic on April 10, 2011, 02:49:40 PM

I never had the opportunity to try one and I was wondering how much would the shorter scale length of the Jaguar affect playability, tone, etc; if you compare it to a "regular" 25,5 fender scale length.

I heard that shortening the string length would reduce the string vibration – and sustain. But I do not pay to much attention to this, as a the Gibson Les Paul (24,75) is a sustain monster.

As for the strings, I usually play a regular light gauge (.10-.46) on my stratocaster. So what would be the equivalent to get the same tension on the 24 scale length of the jaguar ?.

Thanks for your help guys ! :D

Title: Re: The 24 scale length of the Jaguar
Post by: FELINEGUITARS on April 10, 2011, 03:16:44 PM

Try 11s for better playing on a Jag - and if you play drop D swap the low E to a 0.050" or 0.052"

Title: Re: The 24 scale length of the Jaguar
Post by: gwEm on April 10, 2011, 07:24:05 PM

i find 24" scale length a bit cramped

Title: Re: The 24 scale length of the Jaguar
Post by: Telerocker on April 10, 2011, 11:50:42 PM

Quote from: gwEm on April 10, 2011, 07:24:05 PM

i find 24" scale length a bit cramped

+1

Title: Re: The 24 scale length of the Jaguar
Post by: Ratrod on April 11, 2011, 11:47:37 AM

I'd put 11's on it.

Don't worry about it feeling stiff. Fatter strings allow lower action plus the Jag has a vibrato. That will all help for a lighter feel.

Title: Re: The 24 scale length of the Jaguar
Post by: Elliot on April 11, 2011, 10:12:34 PM

I really like Jags - but I have tiny hands and a fetish for surf guitar.  Still 11s really are the only strings, no?