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Topic: Helpful third hand while changing strings. |
Lyle Clary
From:
Decatur, Illinois, KC9VCB
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Posted 21 Jun 2013 6:20 pm |
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I changed all the strings on my Zum D10. I used a spare package of strings to hold each string on the puller end while I had both hands free on the tuner end. The compression of the spare strings within the package provides the right amount of pressure to hold the ball end of the string within the slot of the puller.
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Eric Philippsen
From:
Central Florida USA
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Posted 22 Jun 2013 12:54 am
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Good suggestion. I use a simple, flat pencil eraser that's in practically every desk in the world. It measures about 1" x 2" x 3/8-thick or so.
Both work and can be kept in the Pak-a-seat. |
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CrowBear Schmitt
From:
Ariege, - PairO'knees, - France
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David Nugent
From:
Gum Spring, Va.
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Posted 22 Jun 2013 5:16 am
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A trick or two that I have discovered along the way that may prove helpful to some newer players:
1) When changing strings on the E-9 neck, I stand facing the front apron and change strings 10-6, then 1-5 in that order. This eliminates the problem of working around previously installed strings (note: since the strings are packaged 1-10 in the sleeve, read the gauges on the package carefully to prevent installing the strings in the incorrect order. I simply rearrange them before starting.)
2) Before installing the new set of strings, I always check the backing nuts on the tuning keys to determine that they are snug and there is no play between the tuner and the keyhead. Care should be taken to prevent overtightening the nuts especially on Grover mini tuners, they strip VERY easily.
3) If the roller nuts are not being removed for routine oiling, I rotate each one a 1/4 to 1/2 turn before installing the new string so that they wear evenly and a groove is not formed in one spot. A condition that may result in annoying "string buzz".
FWIW: I find the Ernie Ball 'Power Peg' to be an extremely useful tool, for me it cuts string changing time in half. |
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Jason Lynch
From:
Essex, United Kingdom
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Posted 22 Jun 2013 6:42 am
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| Persoally, I use a small piece of Micropore medical tape to hold the string in place on the changer finger. works for me, is easilly removable and doesn't leave residue as it's only there a short while! |
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Gene Jones
From:
Oklahoma City, OK USA, (deceased)
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Posted 22 Jun 2013 7:26 am
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Cut off about one inch from the narrow end of a rubber door stop, add a short length of dog-tag chain for convenience. Works great.
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Ronnie Boettcher
From:
Brunswick Ohio, USA
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Posted 22 Jun 2013 5:16 pm
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I just cut a piece off of a wood shim, the size I needed. Hook the ball into the finger, insert the wedge, and wind the string till it has no slack, remove the wedge, and tighten. Always have both hands free. Could never do what Sarah Jory does.
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Don Sulesky
From:
Citrus County, FL, Orig. from MA & NH
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Posted 23 Jun 2013 4:12 am
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I noticed on the videos they are using full length strings then cutting them when needed.
What I have done is pre-cut my plain strings and have them ready if a string breaks.
Saves time and frustration if a strings breaks while playing a gig.
Everyone who has played for awhile knows this.
So why not be prepared when a string breaks.
I made a small wedge I use for my Emmons.
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