>> The LF modifications are not nearly as drastic. The main being the idea >> of >> gut frets absorbing vibration, while metal ones reflecting it. > > They offer their instrument with the option of either metal or gut frets, > and either single or double courses. See their web site. > David The LF tension is so high that double courses on one is simply a recipe for anatomic disaster. RT
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