Strings Trouble

[dressedinBLACK]

I need help inserting my E string, I just got new strings, and all the other strings got in, but this is incredibly difficult, the last part of the string will not go into the slot/hole. Any solutions or answers? Has this ever happened to any of you guys?

[Tryxx]

It's happened to a few users... I know it still usually holds the tuning and is really just an aesthetic problem, but I'd wait for conformation.

[dressedinBLACK]

that has nothing to do with my porblem.:confused:

[Tryxx]

Are you talking about the tuner or the bridge? I'm was thinking the end wouldn't go all the way through the bridge...

If you mean the tuner...get tapered strings.

[dressedinBLACK]

the bridge. the last 3 centimeters wont fit in.

[Tryxx]

the bridge. the last 3 centimeters wont fit in.

Then it COULD be ok, it's just an aesthetic thing, most people just live with it if it stays in tune.

[dressedinBLACK]

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b308/Bertxx/PB060025.jpg

[dressedinBLACK]

that'll be fine? well, is there any other solution?

[nicatterberry]

That's what tapered strings are for.

[enim]

Wow, your lefty. Did u tune it up to the E like that, cuz if so, and it sounds fine, then it should be cool.

[bass&cookies]

tune it up and it will either pop ionto place ore stay there. either way it should be fine.

[godzillarator]

thats a yamaha bridge i believe

I think it will pop into place as you tune

[dressedinBLACK]

It's a Dean Playmate Leftie. Nice try, though.

[dressedinBLACK]

tune it up and it will either pop ionto place ore stay there. either way it should be fine.


I think it will pop into place as you tune


won't it simply snap if I go too far?

[georgestrings]

Make the hole a bit bigger - either by CAREFULLY drilling it out, or use a round jeweler's file(a better choice of the 2)... Just be careful not to go any larger than you have to - so that it still holds back the ball end safely...



- georgestrings

[dressedinBLACK]

i was thinking of that, but i'm no pro at wood, and i dont have any tools except a hammer and some screwdrivers ..

[6stringslinger]

learn something new everyday on here:amaze:

[Criss Frantic]

i was thinking of that, but i'm no pro at wood, and i dont have any tools except a hammer and some screwdrivers ..

That's cool, because the bridge is actually made of metal:thumb:

[CombatRock]

I dont want to hi jack this thread but i dont wanna make a whole thread for this simple question, im having string troubles too, on my A string it keeps on comming of the nut when i play?

[6stringslinger]

uuugh Punkbass, that was.........actually pretty funny:lol: :lol:



not trying to be a d***,

there is probably an easier way but if you know how to use calipers(or find someone) you COULD measure the hole and drill a larger hole about .016-.032(.008-.016 per side) larger but the sharp edge would give you problems, or try larger gauge string

[willobassman]

I dont want to hi jack this thread but i dont wanna make a whole thread for this simple question, im having string troubles too, on my A string it keeps on comming of the nut when i play?
Maybe the gauge of the string is too light. Are you de-tuning it all?


TS: Get tapered end strings next time. this time, just wind back the coiling down near the bridge so it fits in. Warwicks need that done if you arent using tapered strings but soon they are bringing out a new bridge which is easy put on a warwick. Its gonna be cool.

[dressedinBLACK]

I dont want to hi jack this thread but i dont wanna make a whole thread for this simple question, im having string troubles too, on my A string it keeps on comming of the nut when i play?


tried tightening it?

[Criss Frantic]

When the new B string I got didn't fit in the bridge of my Washburn 5er, I just filed down the fat end until it fit through. The string kinda had a lump coming out of one side right near the ball end, so I worked away at that until the string came through the hole properly. I've got no idea whether or not this was bad for the string, but now I tune EADGC anyway so it's a moot point.

So maybe file the string down til it fits?

[CombatRock]

tried tightening it?
Its at regular tuning, i think it has somthing to do with the nut, its the same strings a alway use and it just started doing it.

[Matte89]

one time, a complete string just went right through my whole bridge.. i still wonder how that was possible..

[kilian]

Make the hole a bit bigger - either by CAREFULLY drilling it out, or use a round jeweler's file(a better choice of the 2)... Just be careful not to go any larger than you have to - so that it still holds back the ball end safely...



- georgestrings
No, just don't.

The bridge is a very accurate piece of equipment. And you don't want to fiddle with that.
http://members.lycos.nl/tigerarmy/mxtabs4.jpg
It doesn't hurt, see? Just leave it like that and use a little bit of tape to secure the end with. So you won't get any dents from the ball end.

- don't mess with the string
- don't mess with the bridge (or let it be done by a professional)

:thumb:

[zink182]

pfff.. I would just drill out the bridge :)

[fatwreckpunk]

i would just buy another bridge and keep the original

[kilian]

i would just buy another bridge and keep the original
Oh yes.. spending 60 on a bridge because a string doesn't go through a bridge is a gooooood idea

:rolleyes:



:upset:

[Misanthropic]

Wouldn't it be easier to file a bigger hole than change the entire bridge? And if you would **** it up by messing with it, THEN you could buy a new bridge. I don't see how anyone could destroy the bridge though.