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Posted by: fzalfa Nov 21 2015, 06:58 PM

Hi here

i'm aiming a axe with a floyd

is this one is a good deal ? (a swap with my Greg Bennett RL 5)








seem to be a RR2....... or so ?

made in japan

Laurent

Posted by: fzalfa Nov 21 2015, 09:55 PM

ok, after some deep search, it's a Japanesse RR 4, middle end one.

Maybe soon at home

Laurent

Posted by: Mertay Nov 22 2015, 07:34 AM

Although Japanese, these jackson's were the middle quality options. Today they are usually bought for customization as when setuped they play well but some parts like tuners or electronics may need changing.

Again test the tremolo before buying as I can't say much about it. It seems though the low e saddle was changed with d string saddle so it would look newer (if the lighting isn't fooling my eyes)

And if you haven't, definitly try it while sitting down cause of the body shape. It might need some getting used to.

Posted by: Phil66 Nov 22 2015, 09:58 AM

I don't know much about Jacksons but be sure to check the knife edges aren't worn. Give the Floyd some abuse and see if it goes back to pitch.

Also, as Mertay pointed out, be sure you really want this shape of guitar. They look great on stage but you will probably find it difficult sitting down unless you use a strap to keep it from sliding across your leg. Many people don't think about this until they get home

Keep us informed. It does look nice \m/

Posted by: fzalfa Nov 22 2015, 10:46 AM

hi guys

thanks for the advices, i have planned to try the axe with a tuner and i'll do abuse on the floyd and check if it stay tuned !!!

i'll keep you on touch

Laurent

Posted by: fzalfa Nov 24 2015, 02:04 PM

Hi

Now at home !

http://www.casimages.com/i/151124020924827870.jpg.html

fully tuned, only need a little fret work, action at 1.25mm (2.5 when buyed) floyd ok, stay tuned even after some violent shake.

sound good, i have played only few minutes with.

i'm happy !

Laurent

Posted by: Mertay Nov 24 2015, 08:06 PM

Congrats!

Posted by: Phil66 Nov 24 2015, 08:40 PM

Congrats

Posted by: fzalfa Nov 24 2015, 08:58 PM

thanks guys !

this one is happy too !



Laurent

Posted by: Mertay Nov 24 2015, 11:21 PM

Posted by: Todd Simpson Nov 25 2015, 01:05 AM

Nice!!!!!! Boot camp is ready!!!

Posted by: Darius Wave Nov 25 2015, 10:38 AM

Congrats on your new purchase! As been said - you'll never know if you never try. Same as Mertay my feelings on those Jacksons where always medium but it's definitely not a crap guitar we would say it's waste of money. So if you're happy with it then go for it Just remember to be patient with Floyd bridges - make suire to stretch all strings and properly tighten locking screws before you judge on how well it stays in tune Have a great time playing - both of You

Posted by: fzalfa Nov 25 2015, 10:43 AM

Hi guys

I have already experiment Floyd weiderness.
But now I have understand how to.

Where can I found a device to put in the spring cavity to adjust the tight with an Allen wrench ??

Laurent

Posted by: Todd Simpson Dec 14 2015, 09:40 AM

You can find what you need here

http://www.thomann.de/

what kind of floyd setup is it? Take the cover off the back and put up a picture. Ibanez makes a floyd style trem that you can adjust just using your thumb. It's called the ZR trem / zero point trem.

Posted by: fzalfa Dec 14 2015, 09:42 AM

it's a spring and screw.

i have ordered that:



http://www.thomann.de/fr/schaller_377_sureclaw.htm

i think have done a good tunin cause the tune doesn't move at all even if i torture the floyd !!

Laurent

Posted by: Todd Simpson Dec 14 2015, 01:33 PM

Glad you found what you were looking for! I personally like Floyd Trems quite a lot. Some folks HATE them. They take some getting used to for sure! But I think it's worth it The flat platform for the right hand to get a solid mute is one of my fave bits. I really hate the traditional strat type fixed bridge as the screws dig in to my hand due to all of the palm muting I do. As a result, I don't play my fixed bridge instruments as much.