Trems..

[Real_Illusions]

So i find that playing a guitar with a fixed bridge is easier than a guitar with a trem. Mostly when alternate picking. I suspect this is due to the difference in bridges, since its essentially the only part of the guitar that works differently.

Any of you guys know why this is? and would a different trem make a difference?

The trems i have are an Edge III and an Edge Pro.

[chaos731]

I think it comes down to string tension, and more importantly, the inherent "give" or "play" that any kind of floating trem is going to have.
Compare it to running on asphalt versus running on sand. The sand has more "give", so it kinda absorbs each footstep more readily than, certainly, the asphalt would. So, it's going to take more muscle (so to speak) to achieve the same speed and efficiency under those circumstances.

Transpose that fairly literally to a floating trem versus a fixed bridge. Same idea. At least, that's what my understanding of physics (albeit somewhat limited) wants me to think.

Anyone care to add to that?

EDIT: oh, and the "type" (i.e. "model") of trem probably won't matter too much, inherently, as much as things like overall string tension and more importantly SPRING tension would. I think the core physics will apply to just about any trem system with fairly predictable results.

[newbieguitarmaker]

didn't this years worlds fastest picker set the record with a tremolo'd guitar?

[chaos731]

Originally Posted by newbieguitarmaker

didn't this years worlds fastest picker set the record with a tremolo'd guitar?

Maybe...not sure. I guess you can adapt and make any situation work for you. Who knows...maybe there are times when you can make the natural "rubberiness" of a floating-trem-equipped setup can work for you rather than against you. I suppose it's a matter of technique and using the tools you have.

[Splinter8451]

It was either just a double locking bridge or a floating trem I am not sure because in the video he did not have a trem arm in and its pretty hard to tell :P You are talking about the flight of the bumblebee dude right? haha.

But on topic I really dont see a difference in my playing when I switch between my jem and my schecter. I guess it comes down to personal preference and what feels right for you.

[newbieguitarmaker]

ya that guy

but I only see a difference for bending not really picking when I switch to hardtail, maybe I'm not paying close enough attention haha