LRMars Posted August 23, 2003 Share Posted August 23, 2003 In some hollow body electrics I see the term "sustain block" mentioned. What is it, does a Gibson 335 have one, does an Epiphone Sheraton Elite have one and what difference will the block make in the "sound" of the guitar? Thanks, LRMars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabriel E. Posted August 24, 2003 Share Posted August 24, 2003 It is a solid block of wood that runs down the center of the guitar from the neck to the butt. It keeps the front and back of the guitar from resonating freely. This decreases feedback and increases sustain. The only hollow portion of a 335 or similar instrument is the sides. Hence the term "semi-hollow" ("Thinline" is another term for this type of construction). The Sheraton is semi-hollow as well. Fully hollow guitars such as the Gibson L-5 or Super 400 have less sustain and will squeal like a stuck pig if you try to play at high volumes or use a distortion pedal. "You never can vouch for your own consciousness." - Norman Mailer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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