tuning keys....help

CallieBum73 · #1 12-16-2007, 10:24 AM

I have an Ibanez RD 500 with huge open tuning keys. Im having a problem with this bass staying in tune...not just normal stuff...I mean I tune...hit the stand by...and bam...out of tune again. Not sure if the tune keys are slipping...but do you think having them replaced with smaller closed keys would help. I have also switched to smaller gauged strings than I normally play with, DR coated hot pinks. And we tune down alot....then back to standard again. Also have noticed some rattle on the upper frets of my A string. Not sure what the problem is here.....please help!!!!!

meev992 · #2 12-16-2007, 10:41 AM

stretch out your strings.

Eric Moesle · #3 12-16-2007, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by CallieBum73

. . . we tune down alot....then back to standard again.

There's your problem. Strings stretch and have to restabilize. You are putting them into a tailspin.

Tuners are likely NOT your problem. If I were you I'd use two different basses, keeping the tuning consistent for each and I'll bet your tuning problem will go away.