Guitar Setup Tools

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String action gauges

Compare the graduations and the point on the guitar where you read string height.

9 items

MusicNomad

MusicNomad MN602 String Action Gauge

Scales: Inches, metric and 64thsMaterial: Stainless steel

An action ruler with inch, metric and 64th-inch markings plus a pickup scale.

$17.99Nov 8, 26, 09:29 AM · New York
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StewMac

StewMac 0670 Inch String Action Gauge

Scale: InchesMaterial: Stainless steel

A stainless steel setup ruler with an inch scale for string height and related checks.

$19.99Nov 8, 26, 09:30 AM · New York
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StewMac

StewMac 0670-M Metric String Action Gauge

Scale: MetricMaterial: Stainless steel

A metric stainless steel ruler for string action and other setup measurements.

$19.99Nov 8, 26, 09:32 AM · New York
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D'Addario

D'Addario String Height Gauge PW-SHG-01

Scales: US and metricMaterial: Stainless steel

A stainless steel action gauge marked in US and metric units.

$11.79Nov 8, 26, 09:34 AM · New York
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StewMac

StewMac Precision Fret Tool Trio, Metric

Gauge units: MetricChecking tool: Fret Rocker

A metric setup trio with an action ruler, fret rocker and Fret Kisser.

$105.53Nov 8, 26, 09:37 AM · New York
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Jim Dunlop

Dunlop System 65 String Action Gauge DGT04

Scales: Metric and standardUses: String action and pickup height

A two-unit guitar action ruler for string height and separate pickup-clearance checks.

$15.74Nov 8, 26, 09:35 AM · New York
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StewMac

StewMac Precision Fret Tool Trio, Imperial

Gauge units: ImperialChecking tool: Fret Rocker

Three fret setup tools with the imperial string action gauge, Fret Rocker and Fret Kisser.

$105.53Nov 8, 26, 09:38 AM · New York
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TIMESETL

TIMESETL 32-Blade Feeler and String Action Gauge Set

Blade count: 32Blade range: .0015 to .035 inch as listed

A dual-unit feeler set bundled with a separate guitar string action ruler.

$9.99Nov 8, 26, 09:41 AM · New York
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StewMac

StewMac Brass Pickup Clearance Gauges, Set of 4

Gaps: 1/32, 1/16, 3/32 and 1/8 inchCount: 4

Four non-magnetic brass spacers for checking specified pickup-to-string gaps.

$19.69Nov 8, 26, 09:51 AM · New York
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Choosing string action gauges

Choose the units in your setup sheet

Read the smallest useful division and compare the scale with the guitar maker's instructions. A dual-unit card is useful when you work from several guides, while a single-unit tool gives you a dedicated reading.

Check the tool's reference edge

Read action from the reference identified for the instrument. When comparing two readings, use the same string, fret and setup state. A card with a separate pickup scale gives you a second tool function.

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Department questions

Which point on the string should I read?

Use the maker's method for the model. Compare the gap from the fret top to the underside of the string.

Is pickup clearance the same as action?

They use different reference points. Check the pickup method and scale before using the ruler for that job.

What if my instructions use fractions?

Choose a tool with the corresponding graduations or use a verified conversion before comparing readings.

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