2007-05-17 00:38:17 · 4 answers · asked by ashwinipublicprofile 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Performing Arts
Well, that truss rod is to provide support and also a limited range of adjustment to the neck.
How to adjust it: first, do you think your action is too high (wears out the fingers and misses notes above the eighth fret or thereabouts) or too low (buzz buzz buzz). If neither of those, leave the thing alone.
If you need to adjust, access the little hex nut which is usually under a plate just behind the nut, between the tuners. Tighten it a bit or loosen it a bit, then test the action. When you have a nice low action but no buzz, then you're finished, put the cover plate back on and don't fool with it again.
If your action is way, way off, then you'll need to consult a professional about having the neck re-set.
2007-05-17 01:01:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you have to ask what the purpose of a truss rod is on an acoustic guitar it would be best to leave any adjustments to a qualified luthier or guitar technician at your local music store.
The advise given by TR is on track, however. Although I have been playing guitar for over 50 years I have never attempted to adjust the truss rod in any of my guitars. I highly recommend qualified technicians do the job for you.
2007-05-17 04:41:27 · answer #2 · answered by Guitarpicker 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I completely agree with the guy above its also possible that u could adjust the truss rod through the hole under the strings on acoustic guitars.
2007-05-17 03:24:11 · answer #3 · answered by jcrulz13 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The truss rod serves to keep the guitar's neck from warping, as well as provide a a way to adjust the neck so that it is straight and proper string height is maintained. I would always take a guitar to a professional repair shop to have this adjustment.
2007-05-17 10:41:22 · answer #4 · answered by explorer25 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋