I got my intonation done for 10-52 in drop c a while back. I have had perfect intonation up until recently, but for some reason the top 3 string have gone completely out. I thought it was just the old strings but I changed them and there was no improvement. I have known the basics of intonation for a while but hate doing it cause I always feel like Im going to screw it up. So I tried intonating it, and i have done like two whole turns of the screw but there is only a slight improvement. Ive moved it so much im nervous to move it anymore. Am I doing something wrong? Should I have done a truss rod adjustment instead?
I feel Like im doing intonation wrong.
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crillemannen
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It's really not that hard. Watch a YT video if you are uncertain otherwise it's just trial and error. When using extremely thick strings you sometime run out of screw but that shouldn't be a problem for you. Good luck!
I have watched a ton of videos on it, but am not confident in my set up skills. Its makes me feel like Im doing something wrong when my intonation is only off like two cents and I have to move the saddle like 2.9 miles to get even a slight improvement.
When I first started I would baby it with just a few turns and check. Now I just go for it and sometimes it takes pretty drastic moves before changes are seen.
Now this is only with intonation where you can always go back if you go too far. So don't be afraid. Truss rod adjustments on the other hand, take more care.
Some bridges I have even had to crank almost near the end or remove or cut springs for that extra couple mm.
Now this is only with intonation where you can always go back if you go too far. So don't be afraid. Truss rod adjustments on the other hand, take more care.
Some bridges I have even had to crank almost near the end or remove or cut springs for that extra couple mm.
azistenostora
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Some words of caution though with drastic moves. I have fucked up a guitar before twisting the neck. If in doubt, I would take it to someone who knows what they are doing. That way you enjoy peace of mind and will get an instrument that is perfectly set up. I had my guitars set up by a local guy and they all play like a wet dream.
xplanet2112
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Buy a realistic set of strings for your tuning and scale length that are easily and cheaply sauced and take that set along with your guitar to a luthier that has a good reputation. Better safe than sorry.
Buy a realistic set of strings for your tuning and scale length that are easily and cheaply sauced and take that set along with your guitar to a luthier that has a good reputation. Better safe than sorry.
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