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Fret Buzz - That Did It
Lloyd Earle
(839)
Building/Repair Forum
2/7/2007 6:45:07 AM · 51 Views
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I recently asked advice about a buzzing fret. I was advised the re-sting as I had just fitted a set of 10's and the buzzing started then. I have put a set of D'Addario Phosphor Bronze 12's on and the buzz has gone away.
I did find some advice on another site when there is an instance of just one string buzzing. A guy recomended that a small piece of paper or foil folded into a tiny square and placed under the string at either the nut or the bridge (dpending on where the buzz was coming from) would fix the problem. I didn't have to do it in the end but ........... good advice or not?
Lloyd
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Re: Fret Buzz - That Did It
2/7/2007 8:43:43 AM
Ken Richardson
(6286) wrote:
I would only do that as a temporary fix.
I don't think it would work great on the bridge, but could work on the nut if you were in a pinch.
I have read that you can correct a buzz in the nut groove by adding small thin squares of paper, and gluing them in with superglue. This would be very solid, but I think I would replace the nut if I had to do this.
How do you like the heavier strings?? |
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Re: Fret Buzz - That Did It
2/7/2007 3:04:42 PM
Alan Roberts
(10000) wrote:
"I would only do that as a temporary fix.
I don't think it would work great on the bridge, but could work on the nut if you were in a pinch.
I have read that you can correct a buzz in the nut groove by adding small thin squares of paper, and gluing them in with superglue. This would be very solid, but I think I would replace the nut if I had to do this."
Youre exactly right! It can serve as a temporary fix, but really shouldn't be considered a permanent one.
Peace,
Alan |
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Re: Fret Buzz - That Did It
2/7/2007 3:15:57 PM
Alan Roberts
(10000) wrote:
Lloyd,when you put heavier strings on your guitar you also increase the tension on the neck.That tension pulls on the neck (picture an archery bow). That causes the height of the string to rise,thus missing the fret. Check the neck of your guitar to see if there's any visible bow, or better yet get a pro to do it. It's alright to have a small amount of bow, but it should only be several thousandths of an inch. You may have gotten rid of the buzz but still not have fixed the real problem. If the nut slot is too low, or the end of the fret has raised up, they should be fixed rather that just raising the string to compensate for the problem.Your guitar will also play much better if the neck is adjusted correctly.
Peace,
Alan |
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Re: Fret Buzz - That Did It
2/8/2007 7:48:52 AM
Ken Richardson
(6286) wrote:
Its probably time for a good setup!
Make sure you are happy with the gauge of strings you are using - if you like the lighter gauge, it would be worthwhile to get a new nut and get it all setup using that gauge. |
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Re: Fret Buzz - That Did It
2/8/2007 9:15:59 AM
Lloyd Earle
(839) wrote:
Thanks guys. I am aware of the string tension and neck bowing phenomenon. I was moving down to lighter strings and I have realised that 10 gauge was a bit too far - both for the tone of my guitar and ( I suspect) for the build of guitar. Having gone back to 12s both seem fine.
I reckon the idea of a set up is a good idea though. My guitar is over 25 years old and apart from a new nut and bridge it hasn't been looked at. The old beauty could do with some TLC!
As always, I appreciate the feedback.
Lloyd |
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Re: Fret Buzz - That Did It
2/8/2007 9:41:31 AM
Craig Lindsey
(5430) wrote:
Hey Lloyd, just glad ya got rid of the buzz bro'. I know little or nothing about the mechanics of the guitar. They are so nit-picky, ya know? Its like fixing a car....I just try to retrace my steps and think of what could have changed.
Enjoy your Spanish villa, lucky ol goat. I'll still probably jeer the skating music in the next Olympics. It's nice to have long-term friends on here though!
Craig |
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