Hey
Recently ive been having a problem with strings. I have broken alot of strings, I would of thought I was stringing the guitar wrong, but every single string I have broken always snaps at the part where the string bends over the bridge.
Perhaps I am doing something wrong? I have always followed diagrams on how to string them correctly, so I dont see how I could be doing it wrong. Strings are expensive when you constantly have to buy a new set every 1.5 weeks :?
Any suggestions?
NYN
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Check to see if there are any bur's sticking up on the bridge.
Even if you don't see a burr, you could take a very small steel file and give it a few rubs just in case the burr is really small. Do you palm-mute your strings lots or slap the meaty part of your hand on the strings with your picking hand? I've broken strings doing that so I don't slam the picking hand near the bridge anymore. :roll:
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A burr is definitely you're number one possiblity here. Don't forget to wipe your strings down after playing, the oils in your hands can degenerate the strings fairly quickly.
Also, how much are you playing? Now I go through a set about every 3 weeks, but 6 months ago, I was going through a set every week, and they were definitely getting enough use. I can't remember the figure exactly, but I think strings are only supposed to last around 35-50 hours. If you play for a combined total of 8 hours a day, you could definitiely be needing a new package weekly.
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You might also consider giving the strings a good stretch during the initial tuning process.
By the way, are you using a wang bar?
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Actually giving the string a hard stretch would'nt help at all, doing that creates weak spots in the strings, leaving it more susceptable to breaking. Is this on electric or acoustic? If electric, definetly check for a burr.
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You've got to be kidding? You don't stretch new strings when you put them on? I don't bellieve that weakens strings. That's like saying bending a note will hurt your strings! Sorry, but I don't buy it.
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you should always stretch your strings when re stringining, how else you gonna get all the stretch out of them and keep them in pitch?
I don't buy it either. I ALWAYS go this a few times, and haven't had a single breakage !!!
Also, nearly every decent site with a feature on re stringing, always suggests you should do this.
Its got to be a burr surely?
Regards
Matt
