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Old 12-01-2005, 03:35 PM
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compensated tail piece?

I just noticed an ad to the left that showed a "adjustable compensated tail piece" (http://www.mikepecanicmusic.com/catalog_adjtails.html)... i'm rather confused as to the point of this. what's the point of adjusting the string length below the bridge? and if there is a significant adjustment to be made, should i consider adjusting my tail piece up or down to get an "optimal" distance from the bridge?
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Old 12-01-2005, 03:40 PM
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There are several threads on this subject. Do a search and you should find ample information.
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Old 12-01-2005, 05:05 PM
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Some tail pieces want to be compensated. Others will work for free (just for the experience).
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