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| 02-20-2010 11:15 PM | |
| cryptonet |
Re: Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? Dont be afraid to experiment with all the springs on your trem. Think of it as getting to know it better. Its all mechanical and can be readjusted by a tech if you cant figure it out. |
| 01-22-2010 01:04 PM | |
| Ibanez-Mag |
Re: Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? Maybe it's already been said, but why not be happy about that it is "heavy"? It basically improve everything, the way I look at it, more stable trem, less pitch dips from moving the guitar, no "bauooowwww" wobbling when hitting chords, staying in tune better, no annoying "flutter" noise when not wanting it ect. /Magnus |
| 01-22-2010 11:03 AM | |
| RedTiger |
Re: Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? Quote:
Originally Posted by Bluze
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Well I think that's part of the problem: I don't know how to do squeals and dives yet. Maybe it's about time to look into that
Or, do a pinch harmonic with the bar down and then let it back up (Satriani), or "dump" the bar so the strings are slack, hit a note, and then do a fret harmonic as you let the bar back up (Dimebag). MY personal favorite is hitting 2 or more simultaneous pinch harmonics, and then doing a dive/pull-up/or both. Sounds like the devil is screamin at you!  These are the ones that might take a little bit of practice, mostly trial and error.  Quote:
Originally Posted by Bluze
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And how about locking up my guitar in the case with the tremolo bar still in it so when the lid closes it is pressed down and leaving it for a day? Or is this bad for the guitar?
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| 01-22-2010 08:51 AM | |
| Bluze |
Re: Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? Well I think that's part of the problem: I don't know how to do squeals and dives yet. Maybe it's about time to look into that And how about locking up my guitar in the case with the tremolo bar still in it so when the lid closes it is pressed down and leaving it for a day? Or is this bad for the guitar? |
| 01-21-2010 07:45 AM | |
| HeavyMetal4Ever |
Re: Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? Just abuse the tremolo alot. I've got a 2006 1570, it's pretty "spongy" now compared to when it was new. It's boring as hell doing divebombs and squeals for 20 min, but it sure loosens your springs up. Rock on! |
| 01-20-2010 10:35 PM | |
| AxeHappy |
Re: Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? You could switch to 9 gauge and only use 2 springs if you wanted. That would reduce tension. |
| 01-20-2010 06:25 PM | |
| Bluze |
Re: Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? Quote:
Originally Posted by RedTiger
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I would think anything causing tension would be your enemy if you want the dumping the bar to be easier.
or: Put the springs like \|/ ? I guess you are partial to the former? |
| 01-20-2010 02:40 PM | |
| j.t..i. |
Re: Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? Quote:
Originally Posted by Bluze
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I assume that since tension will increase, i can unscrew the screws a bit.
But will this make pressing down the bar easier? |
| 01-20-2010 01:57 PM | |
| RedTiger |
Re: Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? Quote:
Originally Posted by Bluze
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I assume that since tension will increase, i can unscrew the screws a bit.
But will this make pressing down the bar easier? |
| 01-20-2010 01:54 PM | |
| Bluze |
Re: Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? Quote:
Originally Posted by j.t..i.
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move the springs over at the claw side / l \. will give a bit more tension
But will this make pressing down the bar easier? |
| 01-20-2010 01:32 PM | |
| j.t..i. |
Re: Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? Quote:
Originally Posted by Bluze
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Do you think I could improve it by unscrewing the spring screws a bit and putting the springs like so:
/ _ \ EDIT: I am asking this because I put .010 strings on it and had to further screw in the screws to get the bridge nice and flat. |
| 01-20-2010 10:05 AM | |
| Bluze |
Re: Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? Do you think I could improve it by unscrewing the spring screws a bit and putting the springs like so: / _ \ EDIT: I am asking this because I put .010 strings on it and had to further screw in the screws to get the bridge nice and flat. |
| 01-20-2010 10:03 AM | |
| RedTiger |
Re: Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? As nuno said, springs need to be broken in. Also, if you don't use them for some time, they can stiffen back up again. That said, I also wonder about how easily you see some guys dumping the bar. They can go from neutral to having the the bridge at a steep angle so quickly. Part of it is just practice, but another part of it makes me think that they probably do this all the time and their springs are probably older and well-used. |
| 01-20-2010 10:00 AM | |
| nuno |
Re: Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? well, the EdgePro is actually stiffer than many other trems. and i also think you have to have the springs "breaking" as they're spanking new. used springs usually are softer. aobut the red things can't be seeing because of the point where you've taken the photograph, and also because their partially recessed into their "niches" into the spring block. |
| 01-20-2010 09:47 AM | |
| Bluze |
Why is my tremolo so "heavy"? When I watch videos of people doing tricks with the tremolo bar, it always surprises me how easily they press it down. On my RG1570, which I have had for a good 6 months now (first guitar with a tremolo) pressing it down seems more difficult. I can't be my strength because I work out a lot and have got big gunz (lol). Anyways, because I am new to this I figured lets ask the kind people at jemsite. So, why is the tremolo so "heavy"? I also have some (large) snapshots of the springs. Also, is it normal that you can't see all of the red things on the picture? Thanks for bearing with me.hxxp://img189.imageshack.us/i/img0296l.jpg/ hxxp://img138.imageshack.us/i/img0295b.jpg/ Sorry for posting the links like this but my post count is not sufficient. |
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