You'll find valuable techniques here for evaluating and improving the playability of acoustic guitars. The DVD was recorded at a master lutherie class with Kent Everett, a highly respected guitarmaker and personable instructor. His step by step methods have been refined through 30 years of successful guitar setups.
Contents in brief: Say hello to the guitar: evaluating the structural integrity of the instrument Truss rod explained: adjusting the truss rod as the first step in setup Neck relief: how much to add, and why it's important The nut: evaluating and correcting slot depths, removing and temporarily shimming a nut, and recutting the slots The action: measuring string height and adjusting the bridge saddle Play it: evaluating intonation and bridge saddle placement