Need some help: TIs vs. Fender Flats

Fender 9050L = 45-60-80-100. I have a hard time with the idea of 100E being too big for the nut slot.

A couple of things to check for... Make sure the E string is wrapped around the tuner post properly so the last wrap is as close to the bottom as possible to ensure adequate break angle at the nut.

Also, make sure to do a complete setup going from TI's to Fender 9050s as the tension difference is fairly significant and would probably require a truss rod tweak.

 

By the way, does the E rattle only when played open or when fretted as well?

 

You need to do this -- you installed them "upside-down."

 

A simple rookie mistake. Lesson learned.

 

And if you need different strings, probably the most popular answer is Labella Deep Talkin' flats, 760FL model. Been my go-to for more than 20 years.

And when you re-install that E, shorten the string. You don't need more string than enough to reach 4 inches past the tuner post. That includes bending over the end of the string to insert into the tuner post.

 

Don't give up on the Fender 9050s too soon, though. It does take a good month or two for them to settle into their true character. They happen to be my favorite flatwound for my Fender Jazz for their full-bodied punch and a nice midrange with a hint of grind.

 

Also set the witness points.

 

Me too. Don’t sweat it. I’m sure winding those to the bottom of the post fixes your break angle.
Also the A on many Fenders needs around 3 turns so remember not to cut that one short.

 

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Push the strings down on both sides of the nut and saddles to ensure a good break angle. It can help eliminate resonances and lack of sustain

 

With pleasure

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Thank you michael_t