Drop tuning and a buzzing string... need help

Ka_Ve_86 · #1 03-09-2010, 04:11 AM

So i have recently set my bass up to drop c tuning i have have it set up nicely for every string but the lowest is this just because its drops and not tight enough not to buzz...
i have adjusted the neck and bridge as best as i can but still have buzz is ths something i am just going to have to learn to live with?

flowlikeocean · #2 03-09-2010, 04:16 AM

When playing in drop tunings, one will generally have some level of string buzz. I get it because I play in D standard.

What you should do is swap out your "E" string, for a heavier string (Ie. instead of a .105, use a .115. That should give you enough tension, and still have some of the looseness associated with drop tuning).

Ben

Brendan5 · #3 03-09-2010, 05:20 AM

C is only a half step above B. Depending on the scale of your bass it sounds like a .125 or .130 B string from a five string set would be right up your alley.

Ka_Ve_86 · #4 03-09-2010, 04:00 PM

i already have a .125 on the bass but i still get some buzz... I think i am just like everything perfect i doubt i will get that playing drop tuning

Brendan5 · #5 03-10-2010, 03:58 AM

Could be the nut, or you may need to raise the bridge saddle to accomodate that 125. If your bass is 34" or less a 130 or more could be the answer. If you're going to go with drop C all the time it would be ideal if not necessary to ream out the nut slot some more. People do BEAD on four strings but you need to set the thing up accordingly.