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Old 11-10-2012, 01:53 PM
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Tuning Peg Rattles
I have a Christopher double bass, and the A string tuning peg is loose and has a rattle. Can anybody lend me some advice as to how i can fix it so it does not rattle?
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Old 11-10-2012, 07:05 PM
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Old 11-20-2012, 01:40 PM
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That part can come loose. but the tip of the tuning worm can also be loose. Also make sure the tuning paddle hasn't slight come un-welded.
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