New Fender P-Bass problem

[TruexBass]

Hey guys!
A few days ago I purchased a brand new Fender P-bass. It was working perfectly until I noticed it started going out of too. I immediately noticed that the low E string's saddle was falling lower and lower for no apparent reason. Is there any way to fix this?
Any help is appreciated!

[Vincent P]

Take it back to the store (assuming it was not purchased online), as they should fix, or replace this for you no questions asked. Any reputable store worth their salt should not have an issue with this.

[TruexBass]

Also,
It only did this when I downtuned. When it was in standard it was fine.
Any tips now?

[scottbass]

Originally Posted by TruexBass

Also,
It only did this when I downtuned. When it was in standard it was fine.
Any tips now?

Don't downtune!

Seriously, it sounds like there is something wrong with the threads and/or set screws in your E saddle. This is no big deal to fix - a new saddle with new screws should fix it right up! Take your bass back to where you purchased it, describe the problem and ask them to work with Fender customer service to get you a new E saddle.

[BigOldHarry]

The problem with fender bridge saddle screws backing out is not unheard of ... I knew guys, back in the day, who'd use *locktite* on their bridge. Yes, that sounds awful, but it was what it was. There is a reason so many aftermarket bridges came out...

I, for one, never had this issue... but the guys I know that did played VERY hard - beating the devil out of their bass...


. The saddle piece on a common P-bass are steel (as are the screws) so stripping is pretty uncommon.

[Pilgrim]

Probably the set screws backing out. Either get a replacement saddle or drop clear nail polish on the threads to keep the screws from creeping. Loctite is also fine, just don't use the permanent stuff - just the blue temporary stuff.