Re: What kind of frets do you string benders like?

>>Maybe you could try an American series Strat. Those are frets are bigger
>>than vintage, but not jumbo. They work for me. Also, you mentioned raising
>>your action. Some really bendy players, Roy Buchanan comes to mind, had
>>very high action. If you can get used to a little more string height, I
>>think you'll find bending is easier, even with the frets you have.

I think part of my problem is that I usually play the Epi so I'm used
to the way it's setup and bending on it feels like second nature, but
when I switch to the strat I just get frustrated. I do like it for
playing rhythm, the low action makes it real easy to play in that
regard, which is why I've kept the action low.

I recall reading SRV used to have his action set very high as well.

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