Re: buzzing after string change
Originally Posted by
lenf12
It's "that" time of year as the weather changes, getting drier and cooler, your top has sunken a bit. Assuming you have an adjustable bridge, try raising the saddle a 1/4 to 1/2 turn on the adjusting wheels. Let the top settle a while and see if the buzz disappears. If not, try another fraction of a turn until the buzz disappears. This is done in small increments, no large changes should be needed. Good luck,
Len B.
Clearwater, FL
99º yesterday, 100º the day before. We have the opposite problem.
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