Jumbo frets size

1. What size are jumbo frets?
2. What is a jumbo fret?
3. How does fret size affect playability?
4. Do jumbo frets make a difference?

What size are jumbo frets?

6100: Jumbo. The largest fret wire available (. 110″ x . 055″).

What is a jumbo fret?

Bigger frets mean bigger tone, and that sounds like something we'd all want from our guitars. ... Fret size and shape can affect a great many aspects of your guitar's sound and feel, so it's worth looking at the bigger picture before jumping to any quick conclusions.

How does fret size affect playability?

Big frets = bigger tone, smaller frets equal more precise intonation. Ah, if it were just that easy; if there were only TWO fret sizes … big ones for those who want maximum tone, especially on single-string big bend solos, and small ones for those who want precise intonation.

Do jumbo frets make a difference?

The main advantage of jumbo frets, is that when playing lead guitar runs, riffs and licks and solos, it is easier to bend the note by pushing the string towards the edge of the neck while fretting. Most frets classified as "jumbo" are both taller and wider than standard frets.