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Posted by Jerry King on June 13, 2004 at 04:54:55:
In Reply to: Re: Problem tuning posted by Aaron on January 20, 2002 at 14:04:58:
When using a standard non-locking tremolo type bridge,you must stretch your strings by hand,preferably when you put new strings on the guitar.Start by gently lifting the low "E" string untill it resists the tension you are applying to the string.Repeat this proceedure on the other 5 strings being carefull with the lighter unwound strings.This will alieviate any string stretching when you use your trem.You might also want to keep the number of wraps around your tuning posts to three or less.This is a major point of friction when using a tremolo & keeping the wraps to a minimum will keep the string from slipping around the posts.One last suggestion,you might want to "lubricate" the nut and saddles with graphite from a pencile.Just crush it up and apply it to the nut and saddles.this will help alieviate any friction at these points.