{"title":"Rulers and distance meters","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"474\"\u003eA well-tuned guitar not only plays better but also sounds better. For precisely adjusting string height, fretboard radius, and neck curvature \u003cstrong data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"299\"\u003e, rulers and guitar distance meters\u003c\/strong\u003e are indispensable tools. Whether you're building, repairing, or fine-tuning a guitar: measuring is knowing. In this article, you'll discover which measuring tools you need for professional results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"537\"\u003e String height meters: measure exactly how low you can go\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"907\"\u003e A string action \u003cstrong data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"568\"\u003egauge\u003c\/strong\u003e measures the distance between the string and the fretboard, usually at the 12th fret. This is crucial for playability. Too high and it plays stiffly, too low and you get fret buzz. These gauges are often made of stainless steel and feature clear metric and imperial scales. Essential for any tuning project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"974\"\u003e Neck check rulers: check if the neck is perfectly straight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003eA slight bow in the neck is normal, but too much or too little relief can cause problems. A \u003cstrong data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003eneck check ruler\u003c\/strong\u003e , also called a straight edge, is a long, precise ruler that you place across the fingerboard. It checks for bowing, hollows or bumps, and even fret alignment. Some versions even have notched straight edges, allowing you to measure directly on the fingerboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003e Radius meters: for fingerboard and bridge adjustment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003eA guitar's fingerboard has a specific curvature – its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eradius\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003cstrong data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003eRadius gauges\u003c\/strong\u003e allow you to accurately determine this curvature, allowing you to adjust the bridge saddles and string height accordingly. There are two types: under-string radius gauges (used without removing the strings) and top-of-the-finger radius gauges. Correct radius adjustment prevents string problems and ensures even action across the entire fingerboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003e Fret Check Rulers: Detect Uneven Frets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2298\"\u003e A \u003cstrong data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003efret rocker\u003c\/strong\u003e or mini-ruler is used to check if all frets are level. Measure across three frets at a time; if it wobbles, you know a fret is higher or lower than the rest. Ideal for resolving fret buzz or preparing for fret leveling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hosco-tl-ru150","title":"Hosco TL-RU150 Stainless Steel Ruler – 15 cm","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"365\"\u003e The \u003cstrong data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"61\"\u003eHosco TL-RU150\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 150 mm stainless steel precision ruler designed for precise measurements in workshops and studios. The scale is etched and finished with a black chrome plating, ensuring excellent readability and long-lasting durability, even with intensive use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"656\"\u003e A handy inch-to-millimeter conversion chart is printed on the back of the ruler, making measuring in different units easy. Thanks to its robust stainless steel construction, this ruler is resistant to wear and corrosion—a reliable tool for any professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"676\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"676\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"696\"\u003e Model: TL-RU150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"720\"\u003e Brand: Hosco (Japan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"742\"\u003e Type: Stainless steel ruler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"769\"\u003e Length: 150 mm (15 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"800\"\u003e Material: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"843\"\u003e Scale division: Etched + black chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"894\"\u003e Extra: Inch-metric conversion chart on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hosco Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55687169802613,"sku":"TL-RU150","price":7.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0824\/8449\/4657\/files\/56000_56665.jpg?v=1753706911"},{"product_id":"hosco-tl-ru300","title":"Hosco TL-RU300 Stainless Steel Ruler – 30 cm","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"355\"\u003e The \u003cstrong data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"61\"\u003eHosco TL-RU300\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional stainless steel ruler with a length of 300 mm, ideal for precise measurements in both woodworking and instrument making. The scale is finely etched and black chrome-plated, ensuring excellent visibility and long-lasting wear resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"669\"\u003eThe back of the ruler features a handy inch-to-millimeter conversion chart, making measuring and conversions extra easy. Thanks to its durable stainless steel construction, the TL-RU300 is resistant to heavy use and corrosion, making it a reliable tool for any workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"689\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"709\"\u003e Model: TL-RU300\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"733\"\u003e Brand: Hosco (Japan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"755\"\u003e Type: Stainless steel ruler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"782\"\u003e Length: 300 mm (30 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"813\"\u003e Material: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"856\"\u003e Scale division: Etched + black chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"907\"\u003e Extra: Inch-metric conversion chart on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hosco Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55687174979957,"sku":"TL-RU300","price":14.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0824\/8449\/4657\/files\/56000_56666.jpg?v=1753706783"},{"product_id":"hosco-tl-ru600","title":"Hosco TL-RU600 Stainless Steel Ruler – 60 cm","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"355\"\u003e The \u003cstrong data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"61\"\u003eHosco TL-RU600\u003c\/strong\u003e is a robust 600 mm stainless steel ruler designed for precise measurements over longer lengths. The scale is etched and finished with a black chrome finish, ensuring optimal readability and long-term durability, even with frequent use in professional environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"659\"\u003e A handy inch-to-metric conversion chart is located on the back of the ruler, making it easy to work with different units of measurement. Thanks to its sturdy stainless steel construction, the TL-RU600 is highly resistant to wear and corrosion—ideal for guitar makers, woodworkers, and technicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"679\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"699\"\u003e Model: TL-RU600\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"723\"\u003e Brand: Hosco (Japan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"745\"\u003e Type: Stainless steel ruler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"772\"\u003e Length: 600 mm (60 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"803\"\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"846\"\u003e Scale division: Etched + black chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"897\"\u003e Extra: Inch-metric conversion chart on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hosco Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55687178682741,"sku":"TL-RU600","price":28.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0824\/8449\/4657\/files\/56000_56667.jpg?v=1753706857"},{"product_id":"stewmac-sm0673","title":"StewMac SM0673 String Graduation Ruler Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"486\"\u003e The \u003cstrong data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"70\"\u003eStewMac SM0673\u003c\/strong\u003e String Spacing Ruler is an indispensable tool for any instrument builder or technician who wants to quickly and accurately mark string positions without complicated calculations. This stainless steel ruler with laser-etched slots provides proportional string spacing that takes string gauge into account—so thicker bass strings don't sit too close together, maintaining optimal playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eThe ruler is flexible and suitable for both flat and curved surfaces. By simply marking the positions of the outer strings and sliding the ruler on the instrument until the slots align, you can instantly mark all the string positions with a scriber or pencil. This ruler is ideal for marking nut slots, bridge saddles, peg holes, and more – for guitars, mandolins, banjos, and violins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"931\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"949\"\u003e Model: SM0673\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"967\"\u003e Brand: StewMac\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003e Type: String division ruler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1040\"\u003e Material: Flexible stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e Finish: Laser-etched grooves and markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e Function: Proportional string distribution for correct playing feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003e Application: Nut slots, bridge saddles, bridge pins, archtop and stringed instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003e Extra: Suitable for flat and curved surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e Includes: Instructions for use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"StewMac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55687182025077,"sku":"SM0673","price":99.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0824\/8449\/4657\/files\/46000_46523.jpg?v=1753706612"},{"product_id":"hosco-h-sg-g","title":"Hosco H-SG-G Step Gauge for Guitar Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"434\"\u003e The \u003cstrong data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"66\"\u003eHosco H-SG-G\u003c\/strong\u003e is an indispensable measuring tool for precisely tuning guitars. This step gauge easily measures string height, nut slot depth, and fret crown height. Thanks to the precise graduated scale, reading small height differences is quick and reliable. Ideal for those striving for perfect playability and a professional setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"726\"\u003e The measuring tool is made of durable stainless steel and comes in a convenient protective case for safe transport and storage. 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Filing a nut slot requires precision, and these four steel rods prevent you from accidentally filing too deep. The Groobars are placed under the string during tuning, acting as a physical reference for the ideal height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"710\"\u003e The set includes four unhardened steel rods in varying thicknesses, ensuring you have the right size for every string gauge. 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This ruler-style radius gauge offers a quick and accurate way to determine the six most common fingerboard radii: 7.25\", 9.5\", 10\", 12\", 14\", and 16\". Ideal for setting up both vintage and modern guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eIn addition to the radius measurement, the instrument features a clear scale for measuring string height in 0.2 mm increments up to a maximum of 3.0 mm. 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It's specifically designed for short-scale guitars (24 3\/4\" – 25\"), such as Gibson, Martin 24.9\", PRS, and Dobro®. One side is perfectly flat, while the other features precision-cut recesses that sit over the frets, allowing you to directly check the flatness of the fingerboard without the frets interfering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"924\"\u003e This American-made tool is milled from extruded 6063 aluminum, black anodized, and finished to within a thousandth of an inch. This straight edge ruler easily measures fingerboard flatness, neck relief, fret levels, and determines whether truss rod adjustments are necessary. 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This tool combines a flat precision ruler with a serrated straight edge in a single tool. The serrated edge fits perfectly over the frets of guitars with scales ranging from Gibson long scale, Fender, and Martin 25.4\" to allow you to instantly and reliably check the flatness of the fingerboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"944\"\u003e Made of extruded 6063 aluminum and black anodized, this ruler offers a guaranteed accuracy of ±0.0015\" per foot. Its precision-milled edges make it ideal for measuring neck relief, locating high frets, or checking flatness during setup or construction. 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