Fender Telecaster Control Plate - Gold vs StewMac 2-Way Adjustable Hot Rod Truss Rod, 1/2" Spoke Nut, 18"
Overall winner: StewMac 2-Way Adjustable Hot Rod Truss Rod, 1/2" Spoke Nut, 18"
Key Differences
StewMac's truss rod (A) is a functional neck-adjustment part with 2-way adjustment, twin rods and brass collars and a higher average rating (4.60 from 20 reviews); Fender's Telecaster control plate (B) is an aesthetic/durability hardware piece in gold finish with noted scratching and mixed plating feedback and a lower average rating (4.30 from 56 reviews). Choose StewMac if you need adjustable truss-rod performance and smoother operation; choose the Fender plate if you primarily want a gold Telecaster control-plate appearance and brand-matching hardware
Fender Telecaster Control Plate - Gold
Telecaster control plate in gold finish. Durable hardware piece with good fit; some users note gold plating scratches easily but looks appealing
Pros
- appealing appearance
- good fit
- durable hardware component
- authentic brand compatibility
Cons
- gold plating scratches easily
- mixed feedback on plating quality
StewMac 2-Way Adjustable Hot Rod Truss Rod, 1/2" Spoke Nut, 18"
2-way adjustable truss rod with twin threaded brass collars for neck correction. smooth action controls upbow and backbow; protruding 1/2" spoke nut designed to protrude from bolt-on neck heel
Pros
- 2-way adjustment for neck relief
- twin rods with brass collars
- smooth operation
- spoke nut design protrudes slightly from neck heel
Cons
- no customer praise data provided
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | StewMac |
| Durability | StewMac |
| Versatility | StewMac |
| User Reviews | StewMac |