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A beginner-friendly explanation of guitar truss rods and their role in neck relief and string action. Learn how to safely adjust the truss rod on your guitar and get the perfect setup for smooth ...

It's unbelievable to me now but for the first few years I played guitar, I had absolutely no idea what a truss rod was – let alone how to adjust it. Blame it on being self-taught and knowing few other ...