Recent content by whocares2021

Thanks for the replies. Technique wise I think I'm ok. I have a fairly light touch and I tend to pull upwards towards the ceilings. However, during faster/more complicated bits I can't be certain that is still the case, and that is admittedly where the problem tends to crop up the most. The...

So, my band has recently begun recording our songs for use in a demo. However, I've noticed that my tracks have a lot of popping sounds. I'm trying to figure out exactly why this is so I can fix it. I'm not sure if it's an equipment or technique problem. Some facts: I use my fingers to play...

Thanks for the help. I opened everything up as per your instructions, and I discovered that it did not rattle when out of the cabinet. So I tightened all the screws up and the rattle seems to be gone. I'll have to turn it up tomorrow to be sure, since my neighbors would not appreciate a booming...

Well, it's a combo unit so I would think that the speakers can handle whatever the EQ can put out. Even so, I tried completely turning off the EQ and turning low pass all the way down, and the rattle was still there in the bottom left speaker, although it was lessened. My completely uneducated...

Update: I unscrewed the front grill and I've narrowed the problem down to the bottom left speaker. When I play a note and put my finger against it the rattle is significantly reduced. I'd explore more, but I'm hesitant to take it apart further.

So, I'm hoping you guys can help me out. I bought a used hartke vx3500, and I'm noticing that the low notes produce a deep rattling sound. It gets louder proportionate with the amp volume, and it only really noticeable when playing on my E and A strings. Any ideas what might be causing this, and...