Acoustic Action Changing, Need some advice |
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Acoustic Action Changing, Need some advice |
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Mar 13 2009, 08:13 PM |
I don't have a spare bridge, but are you saying all you need to do is sand the bridge down to lower the action? i works. i did it to |
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Mar 13 2009, 08:17 PM |
So do you think I should just do it myself instead of taking it in to my music store?
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Mar 14 2009, 01:58 AM |
You should take it out and sand the flat lower side down, not the upper one with string grooves.Good luck!
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Mar 14 2009, 11:12 PM |
I think sanding off the top part of the bridge is more easier than bottom part. Just take it step by step mate, it is better to sand off just a little, then put strings on and try it, and send off some more than to overdo it.
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Mar 14 2009, 11:27 PM |
I believe all acoustics have a truss rod, often accessed through the sound hole (rather than the headstock).
You could probably make some small adjustments with it, but only if the neck is bowed. If it's straight, it won't do you any good. And be careful with it, no sudden moves while adjusting it!! Sanding down the bottom of the bridge is probably the best idea... NOT the top of the bridge, especially if it's an intonated bridge (or whatever it's called). Filing the nut can easily turn into a disaster, and you could end up with a lot more problems than you have now. If you file the slots too deep, no bridge/truss-rod adjustment's going to help you, and you'll get a lot of fret-buzz. You'll have to replace the nut, and that's a bit tough. Be careful if you're gonna do it! -------------------- A kick in the butt is only another step forward...
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