H.P.
Mar-25-2009, 8:18am
Hello to all. I have read and enjoyed the forum for several months, but this is my first attempt at posting a new thread.
I am curious about the effect of using string dampeners (grommets) or other devices placed on the strings between the bridge and tailpiece to suppress unwanted harmonic overtones. I have done this (placed grommets) on my MK Legacy Plus and believe it has made my electronic tuner easier to use. However, claims are made for how various tailpieces improve tone. MK's claim for its tailpiece states that it "provides increased tone, ringing sustain and volume."
I'm wondering if dampening the strings has any negative effect on the tailpiece's ability to "enhance" tone, etc.? Or are claims for tailpieces exaggerated?
Paul
I am curious about the effect of using string dampeners (grommets) or other devices placed on the strings between the bridge and tailpiece to suppress unwanted harmonic overtones. I have done this (placed grommets) on my MK Legacy Plus and believe it has made my electronic tuner easier to use. However, claims are made for how various tailpieces improve tone. MK's claim for its tailpiece states that it "provides increased tone, ringing sustain and volume."
I'm wondering if dampening the strings has any negative effect on the tailpiece's ability to "enhance" tone, etc.? Or are claims for tailpieces exaggerated?
Paul