Query failed: connection to localhost:9312 failed (errno=111, msg=Connection refused). Matt finish - Acoustics Discussions on The Fretboard
›
UNPLANNED DOWNTIME: 12th Oct 23:45

Matt finish

Def90Def90 Frets: 0
in Acoustics
Hi all, new member here.  Quick question:

I have a new Classical guitar.  It's a Hudson, not that expensive, but bought as a way of getting back into classical style (already have a Takamine steel strung). The Hudson has a matt finish, which looked great in the shop and during the test drive, but in daily playing I am finding it makes a lot of noise when my fingers brush over it, like a hissing sound.  Probably bad technique, but I don't get it on my other guitar, which has a gloss finish.  Is there anything I can use to smooth off the finish? The instrument is a gift from my nearest and dearest, so attacking it with 1200 grit is not an option! Just looking for ideas really.  Thanks.
0reaction image LOL 0reaction image Wow! 0reaction image Wisdom · Share on Twitter

Comments

  • SassafrasSassafras Frets: 30023
    Try a bit of T-Cut on a small unobtrusive area. See what that gives.
    0reaction image LOL 0reaction image Wow! 0reaction image Wisdom · Share on Twitter
  • Def90Def90 Frets: 0
    Hmm. That might work. Thanks :)
    0reaction image LOL 0reaction image Wow! 0reaction image Wisdom · Share on Twitter
  • ICBMICBM Frets: 69426
    A clear pickguard (even though you don't use a pick!) or flamenco-style 'golpe' plates would probably work too, if it's just in the immediate playing area.

    "Take these three items, some WD-40, a vise grip, and a roll of duct tape. Any man worth his salt can fix almost any problem with this stuff alone." - Walt Kowalski

    "Just because I don't care, doesn't mean I don't understand." - Homer Simpson

    0reaction image LOL 0reaction image Wow! 0reaction image Wisdom · Share on Twitter
  • Def90Def90 Frets: 0
    Sorry - been away on holiday :) Pickguard or plates might work. It's mainly when my fingers brush the top as I am playing. Like I say, probably bad technique, but I don't get it with any other guitar.  I'm beginning to think that a respray with gloss lacquer is the only permanent cure.  That's a bit drastic, really.  Thank for your thoughts.
    0reaction image LOL 0reaction image Wow! 0reaction image Wisdom · Share on Twitter
  • AliGorieAliGorie Frets: 308
    kinda odd this one DEF, it sounds like u've got WHAT USED TO BE CALLED AN 'EGGSHELL'  finish on that guitar - kinda rough - like an eggshell - very strange.
    I have a 'matt' / satin finish on a guitar and it doesn't 'make a noise' when I rub my hand on it. It is rubbed down with 0000 (or more '0's') to get that non gloss look - by the manufacturer, you could try this.
    If you dont mind me being candid - a respray on a <> 250 quid guitar is - put simply, overkill.
    Sell the guitar and get a guitar that don't 'hiss'.
     
    0reaction image LOL 0reaction image Wow! 0reaction image Wisdom · Share on Twitter
Sign In or Register to comment.