HELP...serious issues

Funkzfly · #1 05-25-2006, 07:44 AM

Okay...I'm getting dead spots all up past the 12th fret on the A and D strings, after I had to lower the saddles slightly at the bridge to lower the action on my Fender US Jazz. I need suggestions on how to remedy this rather quickly, I've got a gig coming up tonight and I need it sorted.

Cheers

62bass · #2 05-25-2006, 07:53 AM

The quickest fix is to raise the bridge to where it was and put up with the high action until you have time to do a proper setup.

You may have to adjust the relief and in some cases, shim the neck if it's a bolt on neck to get the lower action.

A lot of bolt on necks develop an annoying hump near where the neck joins the body. You'll have to sight along the neck to see if that's the case.

Funkzfly · #3 05-25-2006, 08:03 AM

Cheers 62bass, I'm not good when it comes to this stuff...usually get a tech to do it for me.

62bass · #4 05-25-2006, 08:31 AM

That's fine. Do the quick fix for now and take it to a tech when you have time. Over time you can get good at doing it yourself if you are so inclined. It just takes a bit of practice and experience.

You can find a lot of info on the internet on how to do it. Beware, as there are a lot of false data being spread around and taken as gospel. One guy reads something in a bass gear magazine, doesn't understand it, then passes it along in an altered version. A good book from a reputable repairman is usually the best bet.

Funkzfly · #5 05-25-2006, 10:28 AM

Cheers guys

I was using Gary Willis's setup advice, I guess that's got to be on the level.

Will check out that sticky now, Joshua, thanks