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Post subject: Re: How to get BUTTERY versus STIFF string action/feel
Posted: Sun May 06, 2012 7:26 pm
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This is getting a little silly. :roll:


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Post subject: Re: How to get BUTTERY versus STIFF string action/feel
Posted: Mon Oct 19, 2015 10:27 pm
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I know this is an old (zombie) thread but I gotta post a similar experience with my '72 Re-issue Strat. I am experiencing the same problem with my guitar. The high E string has a stiffer tension than all others which makes it very inefficient to play/bending solos. I've tried/tested just about every options available as far as getting it setup - adjust micro tilt neck -- eventually left it down to normal, adjusts various string height, adjust truss rod, adjust saddles, saddle height, saddle length, tighten outer two of the six bridge screws for tremolo action, adjusts bridge claw to 'float' in various degrees, added/reduced springs in cavity, tuned down 1/2 step, etc, etc...
Did just about everything except for using different brand or gauge strings. None of my other Strats, or even Les Pauls has this problem, but only this particular guitar. Bought it new 19 years ago, looks good but no substance. I'm starting think this could be a low quality Japanese-built. All my other guitars are U.S. made with no problems.

Guitar: Natural Wood Color, 21-Fret Maple neck/board, 2 string trees, classic 'bullet' truss rod
String Setup: Dean Markley 'Blue Steel' 9-46. Been using these strings on all my guitars since the 90's.

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