Changing strings from 9s to 10s.

[PRSKILLER]

I want to move one size up as I like my 10s so do I need to add another trem spring to do this? What else would be involved besides the obvious neck adjusments?

[saTa]

it's recommended to use 4 springs with a 10 - gauge
on an edge trem at least... to my knowledge... but should be the same with lopro

and hey! i know that though i don't even use trems

[sam669]

rich would say you'd be better with 3 springs and thinned knives

[Rich]

Originally Posted by sam669

rich would say you'd be better with 3 springs and thinned knives

I only say that to those that want to use 4 springs to try and cure tuning problems.

I almost always use 4 springs w/ 10's. You can use 3 and put the outer 2 in arrow formation, or you can use 3 short 47mm springs straight, or even just 2 in arrow. All depends on what "feel" you want

[sam669]

oh shdp, i thought you couldnt type

[Rich]

I only use 2 fingers, but the right hand does NOT like bouncing off the keyboard all day

[PRSKILLER]

Ok before I get started just one more thing. Will putting the 2 outer springs at an angle towards the middle spring be sufficient to hold the trem flat with the 10s or would I have to get an additional spring?

[Rich]

Depends on how strong or new your springs are. Try it and if it doesn't work throw in another spring.

[PRSKILLER]

Yeah that is always the best, trial and error. So where is the best place to get a spring because I know my dealer here doesn`t have any for Ibanez, just Fender springs?

[Rich]

Buy 4 Fenders, they're cheap enough.

[PRSKILLER]

Cool, thanks for the help.