Why is my G buzzing?

HeavenOnAStick · #1 04-08-2007, 09:37 PM

Hey guys, I have a Palatino EUB, and the g-string buzzes if I play remotely loud (I don't have the problem with the other strings). Do you guys know what it is? I'm including a recording of around with different dynamics on the string (and d-string) Any help you guys could give me would be great.

http://ww3.sharebigfile.com/file/137...right-mp3.html

Eli_Upright12 · #2 04-08-2007, 09:47 PM

try clothes pinning the tailpiece, I had that same problem is it worse on the harmonic? could also be the fingerboard but try clothes pins on the tuning machines and the tailpiece and that usually helps and make sure the bar is tightened in the back.

**Bob Gollihur** · #3 04-09-2007, 10:13 AM

If it is a true buzz (string interaction or other physical vibration) you'll need to find it yourself. Get someone to use a paper towel roll or something else to zero in on the location of the buzz. Then it's a matter of grabbing/holding that location to see what dampens it.

If it's the string against the fingerboard (playing loud provides a clue) you may need to raise the action or have the fingerboard planed if there is a high spot.

I can't d/l your sound file to provide any further perspective.

Nohandles · #4 04-09-2007, 10:56 AM

It could be the string is to tight in the nut or the bridge. Or I once had a string a new string buzz because the winding was loose on the core. Are the strings the factory origionals?

HeavenOnAStick · #5 04-09-2007, 08:06 PM

They are month-old D'addario Helicores. The buzzing is happening when I play in the half, first, and second positions. It sounds like it's buzzing against the fingerboard.

Is the recording not working for anyone else? I could try to find a different place to load it, since it's a bit too big for TB.

**Francois Blais** · #6 04-10-2007, 06:12 AM

The groove at the nut may be flush against the fingerboard.
The strings need to be about a business card's height above the FB.
Can you slide a business card under each string at the nut?

**Bob Gollihur** · #7 04-10-2007, 07:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HeavenOnAStick

They are month-old D'addario Helicores. The buzzing is happening when I play in the half, first, and second positions. It sounds like it's buzzing against the fingerboard.

Is the recording not working for anyone else? I could try to find a different place to load it, since it's a bit too big for TB.

Based on that explanation it sounds like a high spot in the fingerboard. It will have to be planed or sanded to the correct contour.

Callused Finger · #8 04-10-2007, 07:43 PM

Just a stab in the dark but.. I'm not able to listen to the mp3. Is this a buzzing or humming? It could be that certain notes on that string are creating a harmonic causing it to "sing" between the bridge and the tail piece. You could try dampening the string between the bridge and the tail piece with a piece of foam to see if it helps get rid of the buzz.

This happened on my CR4M and it sounded almost like feedback/buzz.

Nohandles · #9 04-11-2007, 06:30 AM

Try this: There should be a 1/16 belly in the finger board from the nut to the end give or take a little. Then use a 12" streight edge at the points where you exerience buzzes. There may be as Bob G said some spots that need some sanding.

Cathead · #10 04-12-2007, 01:29 AM

I was able to download the MP3 and listen. I had to type the numbers I saw on a grid and wait about 30 seconds. Then, it let me download it. It sounds like a fingerboard buzz to my ears. I get the same sound on my A string in the D postion on my upright acoustic. I also have the Palatino VE500. Seems like the strings don't have quite enough tension to me, so I'm saving for some better strings.

HeavenOnAStick · #11 04-12-2007, 05:48 PM

Any details on how to sand it? I haven't done this befor, and I really don't want to screw it up.

Cathead · #12 04-13-2007, 01:33 AM

Wish I could help you there. I woulda done mine too if I knew what to do.

MacDaddyBass · #13 04-22-2007, 10:18 PM

Honestly I wouldn't try it on your own. You're sure to make a mistake and possibly ruin your fingerboard. Sanding can be a fairly major operation and should only be trusted to an experienced luthier. Look for one in your area or ask around for a good one. There's usually one that's respected in most areas.

Cathead · #14 04-22-2007, 10:49 PM

There's really none around here. That's why I won't buy an upright from our local music store. There's no one here to set it up for me.