Changing string.

[bedokkids]

Hi,

This morning after i changed to a new set of string( bought the DR light), i notice that the wilkison tremolo bridge was raising up higher than before. and action is higher than before? what could be the problem?
thanks for replying.

 

[Jiterator]

are ur current strings of a higher gauge than the previous set? sometimes u need to allow the strings to set in for awhile also..

 

[EugeneSmasher]

If the strings have higher tension, the bridge will go up, bringing the strings higher as well (action).

What strings and what gauge did you use previously? Because I understand that GHS and DRs of the same gauge have higher tension than Ernie Ball Slinkies and Everlys.

 

[bedokkids]

If the strings have higher tension, the bridge will go up, bringing the strings higher as well (action).

What strings and what gauge did you use previously? Because I understand that GHS and DRs of the same gauge have higher tension than Ernie Ball Slinkies and Everlys.

Thank you jiterator and Eugene,

yes, previously use the D'addario XL light. now changed to DRs.
okie so suggestion is to let it set in ... was comteplating to send to Beez..
can i adjust the strings

but budget broke after committing to a new tele.

 

[Jiterator]

hmm not sure if DRs are usually of higher tension than D'Addarios.. but if they are then chances are you might have to do some minor adjustments to the springs on ur trem, although that might be better off left to a skilled technician..

 

[jony]

It is my personal belief that minor adjustments of that sort can be easily performed by you, as long as you have a screwdriver. Just bring the claw towards the body by about 1 turn each. Flip the guitar back up, tune it to standard and see whether the trem position is to your liking. Adjust to taste. You can't screw it up unless you're really out of your mind.

 

[Marksman]

and i think stretching your strings may help also.

 

[Poolo]

Behind your guitar, open up the casing (if its a strat)

Screw the springs further in, it'll 'counter' the extra tension. As long as they're the same guage (tension wise you can just turn the screw in)

If you changed gauge, you'll need a proper set-up due to intonation settings.

 

[EugeneSmasher]

and i think stretching your strings may help also.

Yeah. Stretch it by pulling it upwards after tightening it a bit. This helps the string to stay in tune since it shortens the 'breaking in' period and makes the strings more playable. It also places less pressure on your guitar neck and bridge since you're helping to lower the string's tension.

No matter what, on acoustic or electric, stretch your strings. More so on tremolos, but hardtail bridges also apply.