Stingray truss rod

[bbogg]

Do stingrays have smooth truss rod adjustments? I just picke up a bass and it feels easier to turn than any of my other basses, but it isn't just turning freely as though there were no tension at all. I've never experienced a broken trussrod, was just curious if stingrays are easier to turn than other basses. Oh and the neck is perfctly straight. Thanks.

[one3rd]

I'm having the exact opposite problem. The wheel doesn't seem to want to turn at all and I don't want to force it for fear of breaking it. I also don't really want to spend the money for a full setup if I can deal with the issue by myself. Does anyone have any advice?

[Johnius]

The truss wheel on my Ray moves smoothly and easily. It is not the sign of a broken truss rod. If it is sticking and not easy to move maybe give it a small shove (it could just be stuck) and if that doesn't do the trick then you might consider a setup/inspection.

[LightGroove]

To the OP....I think they are fairly smooth but you should feel some resistance. Def. check your relief after making the adjustment. Sometimes for me the relief really doesnt settle in until the next day..

I would think a broken truss rod would present the opposite of a very flat/straight neck...there is no more tension therefore more backbow

If the truss rod is sticking be careful but try tightening some more..ever so slightly to loosen the threads. Then back off and check as necessary.

[walterw]

Originally Posted by Johnius

If it is sticking and not easy to move maybe give it a small shove (it could just be stuck) and if that doesn't do the trick then you might consider a setup/inspection.

yes, but give it that shove in the loosen direction. once it's loosened to the point where it moves freely, then think about tightening it again. this might involve taking that nut all the way out and lubing the threads with a little wax and oil.

[one3rd]

Well, I tried nudging it in both directions and it seemed to loosen up, so I was able to make the necessary adjustment.

[jmattbassplaya]

They are really smooth and easy to use. I don't know if MM has that design patented, but IMHO all bass companies should use that design because of how easy it is to use.

[WJGreer]

Originally Posted by jmattbassplaya

They are really smooth and easy to use. I don't know if MM has that design patented, but IMHO all bass companies should use that design because of how easy it is to use.

Agree. Music Man basses have the best truss rod adjustment approach in the business. They intend for you to use it, too - the "instruction manual" on the EBMM website describes truss adjustments, (not saddle height adjustments) as the way to raise or lower string action.

[Turnaround]

Originally Posted by WJGreer

...the "instruction manual" on the EBMM website describes truss adjustments, (not saddle height adjustments) as the way to raise or lower string action.

A number of techs, myself included, take issue with this advice from EB. The trussrod adjusts relief. The saddles adjust string height.

[WJGreer]

Originally Posted by Turnaround

A number of techs, myself included, take issue with this advice from EB. The trussrod adjusts relief. The saddles adjust string height.

Agree, and that was my (unsaid) point. I think it is odd that EB makes that recommendation too.

[electracoyote]

My truss wheel turns very easy on my MM bass.

I have had good success in the past with manually manipulating the neck slightly while turning the rod. It isn't always necessary, but on sticky rods it could help.