| Author | Message | ||
| rv_bass
Junior Username: rv_bass Post Number: 21 Registered: 8-2014 |
Hi, I have a four string Orion bass. Yesterday the E string started buzzing on the 5th and 7th frets, never did that before. I couldn't figure out what was causing it, the frets look fine and not worn that much, the string (Pyramid flat .105) is only about a month old and looks fine as well (not worn out). So, I changed the the string to a Pyramid flat .100 and the buzz has stopped. Just wondering if anyone might have a thought on why the .105 buzzes and not the slightly lighter guage .100 string. Thanks! | ||
| keith_h
Senior Member Username: keith_h Post Number: 2205 Registered: 2-2005 |
If your setup has the neck fairly straight and low action the increased diameter of the string could be just enough to interfere with the frets. Anytime I change the string type or gauge on my guitars and basses I always go through a setup procedure to account for the changes the strings introduce. This is also the time of the year I start into my seasonal adjustments due to the increase in humidity that starts to reswell the wood in the neck. Keith | ||
| rv_bass
Junior Username: rv_bass Post Number: 22 Registered: 8-2014 |
Keith, Thanks very much for your comments. I'll work on the set up to see what effects that has. Thanks, Rob |
