Changing strings

[mike2558]

shoot I should restring my 1200 soon but I fear this is going to happen.

[Rich]

Most likely procedure. Read the whole page.

http://www.ibanezrules.com/tech/setup/lockdown.htm

[Darran]

Originally Posted by Rich

Most likely procedure. Read the whole page.

http://www.ibanezrules.com/tech/setup/lockdown.htm

It's specifically the G string that's affected by the trem, and I've followed your procedures meticulously, Rich. Having used a floyd rose for many years, I accept that there's no such thing as a perfect return, but I've never experienced anything like this.

[rgr]

Also make sure the neck is tight to the body, and the screws that hold the nut on are tight (but don't overtighten). Anything loose will cause tuning problems.

[Rich]

It's not probable but it could be slipping through the nut.

[Darran]

Originally Posted by Rich

It's not probable but it could be slipping through the nut.

Thought of that, but wouldn't the 'D' string be affected too? Turned the nut around anyway; no difference. Made sure the saddle's tight too; it is, and now it's rounded off (from too much tightening by the looks of it).

[Rich]

If only one string is affected, and you're following correct procedure, it's not slipping at the nut or saddle, and the string is fully stretched, i don't have any more answers for you.

[unless the string is coming back to pitch after a few seconds. G strings will flatten slightly when whammied and then return to pitch after a few seconds]

[Darran]

Originally Posted by Rich

[unless the string is coming back to pitch after a few seconds. G strings will flatten slightly when whammied and then return to pitch after a few seconds]

Unfortunately not, but thanks for your help; much appreciated.

[Darran]

Hello again!

During my time away from this thread, I've actually had my JS1000BTB replaced. The shop acknowledged that there was a problem with the trem (EDGE Pro) and thought the best resolution would be to offer a replacement, which I accepted.

However..

I'm experiencing a similar problem to last time. Specifically, if I raise the bar the strings go sharp, but if I immediately depress the bar the strings return to the correct pitch. Is this normal? And if so, how are you supposed to tolerate this in a live situation?

Thanks

[DaveP]

Check you trem and make sure is level with the top of the guitar. If the trem is not floating properly it will not return to 0.
Also I have found that cutting the ball ends off ensures that you will not have the wrap overhanging the saddle. This causes your string to sound dull and lifeless.
Just my 2 cents.