Fret Levelling & Guitar Setup: Taking Playability to the Next Level in Norwich

Sometimes, even a good setup isn’t enough.

If a guitar continues to buzz, choke notes, or feel inconsistent across the fretboard, uneven frets are often the cause. Fret levelling is one of the most important — and misunderstood — aspects of professional guitar maintenance.

My Fret Levelling and Setup Course in Norwich is an intensive, hands-on workshop designed for players who want to understand and correct these deeper playability issues.

What Is Fret Levelling?

Fret levelling involves carefully sanding frets so they are all the same height. This allows:

• Lower action

• Cleaner notes

• Improved sustain

• Better intonation

• Consistent feel across the neck

Once levelled, frets are re-crowned and polished to restore proper shape and smoothness.

Signs Your Guitar May Need Fretwork

Many guitarists experience these problems without realising the cause:

• Persistent fret buzz

• Notes choking out during bends

• Inconsistent action along the neck

• Dead spots or uneven response

Fret levelling addresses issues that setups alone cannot fix.

What You’ll Learn on the Fret Levelling Course

This advanced course covers:

• Diagnosing fret issues correctly

• Neck assessment and relief measurement

• Identifying high frets

• Safe fret levelling techniques

• Crowning frets properly

• Polishing for smooth playability

• Completing a full professional setup

All work is carried out under close supervision using professional tools.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is suited to:

• Experienced guitarists

• Guitar tech enthusiasts

• Players interested in repair and maintenance

• Tutors wanting deeper technical knowledge

Because fretwork is permanent, careful instruction and guidance are essential.

Why Learn Fret Levelling in Norwich?

High-quality fretwork training is rarely available locally. This course offers East Anglia based guitarists the opportunity to learn professional techniques without travelling long distances.

Small class sizes ensure detailed instruction and hands-on experience.

Final Thoughts

Fret levelling can completely transform how a guitar plays. Learning this skill opens the door to professional-level setups and a deeper understanding of your instrument.

For guitarists in Norwich and Norfolk, this course offers rare, practical insight into advanced guitar maintenance.

Email for more info and to book in.

81guitarworks@gmail.com