Originally Posted by: compart1Here's some more help String
Figuring out the radius

http://proguitarshop.com/andyscorner/fretboard-radius-explained

Thanks, I read it but it doesn't seem to me to be giving much decisive guidance.

I then found this long discussion about radii http://www.thegearpage.net/board/archive/index.php/t-804383.html

Again, nothing really conclusive about what radius to choose when playing a particular style of music.

It seems that it does in the end come down to the individual's personal preference.

I am beginning to understand why some people start guitar collections. I would love to buy two: one with 12" and the other with 9.5" radius and then over time, as I learn to play, decide with one feels the best to me. Even then, though, my preference may change as I progress.