A couple of my guitar strings sound weird. Its kinda hard to describe...but I'll do my best...When I strum the strings that sound weird...It almost sounds like I put a piece of paper on the strings then strummed the strings...My friend Adam described it as "Vibrations"....How do I fix it?!
2006-10-25 13:16:57 · 19 answers · asked by Kita 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
Cut the strings!!!!
2006-10-25 13:28:51 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually that sound is cause from the action ( space between the string and the fretboard) being set too low. If you are strumming and not playing any frets, the string is actually hitting a fret (usually 1, 2, or 3). You can test this by playing each string individually and finding out which string, or strings, is making the "buzz." Then play that same string from the 1st fret on up, until the buzz stops. The fret before the one you played when the buzz stops is where the interference is.
This means that your neck may be warped, or the action is too low. You can adjust the action by using a small allen key on the bridge and making the action higher.
2006-10-25 13:21:57 · answer #2 · answered by thebesmoothbrother 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like the nut or bridge might have an issue, allowing the strings to get too close to a fret or frets. Also, it could be that a fret or frets have lifted up to run into the strings.
If it happens when you're playing certain notes down the fretboard, you probably have some warping on your neck. Best bet then is to take it to a shop and see if it can be corrected/tuned.
It's a good idea to replace your strings frequently, at least once a month if you place regularly, some say this is isn't often enough.
If you have a movable bridge (hollow body) it's a good idea to replace on string at a time so you don't relax the tension on the neck/bridge.
Hope this helps.
2006-10-25 13:22:27 · answer #3 · answered by SolarWind 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can check the bridge.
Sometimes where the strings lie over the bridge, there is not enough depth, so the strings vibrate over the top. If this is the problem, I take an emery board and file the slot where the string passes through, to give it more room (but not too much room).
If you are not comfortable, I would take it to a repair shop and have a pro do it.
2006-10-25 13:27:59 · answer #4 · answered by N T 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
That's the same problem I have with a few of my strings. You need to take it to a guitar store, the best is the Guitar Center. Most states have them somewhere. Ask them if they can fix the action on it. That's what the guy told me I had to come in and get fixed. Hope it helped/helps!!!
2006-10-25 13:19:46 · answer #5 · answered by Addicted To Abercrombie & Fitch 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's called "intonation". You didn't say if it was an acoustic or electric. If it is an acoustic you can try adjusting the neck, sometimes when the weather changes the guitar grows or shrinks changing the relation of the strings to the neck. If it is an electric, I can't help, I just play acoustic.
2006-10-25 13:21:37 · answer #6 · answered by mad_mav70 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Is it like a 'buzz'? How old are the strings? If it's the wound ones they are probably unraveling. Time for a new set.
2006-10-25 13:26:31 · answer #7 · answered by Jack1234 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
most likely you need to change the strings...
as someone mentioned it COULD also be a problem with the action, it could be too high, so you're not able to fret the strings tight enough....I used to have that problem until my fingers got stronger
2006-10-25 13:24:33 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tighten your strings. Tune upward. Your strings are too loose.
2006-10-25 13:18:57 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your strings might be old. Depending on how often you play, you're supposed to change them around 3 months.
2006-10-25 13:18:54 · answer #10 · answered by D S 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋