This is what a "Dead Spot" sounds like

[G2K]

Could a dead spot be created by using different strings? For example if the tension on the neck was changed could this affect the resonance of the neck in away the a dead spot may be more noticable. I have a real nasty on the 5th fret of my E string (A). I do not seem to recall noticing it when I was using rounds.
Tks

 

[svtb15]

I dont .. maybe im real weird. .I like that dead spot sound at times..
At times that dead spot can sound real cool.. Depending on style of music one is playing...

 

[johnk_10]

IME, different string types or gauges can sometimes move or lessen the dead spot a little bit, as can different settings/tension of the truss rod.

 

[G2K]

Thanks, I am switching back to rounds and will restring on the weekend. I am really just a hobbyist, but where this one is, is a real annoyance for me.

 

[Mastermold]

One of the worst deadspots ever recorded has to be on Marvin Gaye's "Whats Going On" when James Jamerson goes for the C# on the G string at the 6th fret and it is a sick THUD.

Rocky

Yeah you can hear it on that youtube isolated bass track. Thud.

 

[klokker]

I've greatly increased my sustain, and decreased a few dead spots on my G&L L-2500 by adding screws to the bridge (can't string throught the body anymore), and making sure my headstock bolts were fully tightened. Never done much with the headstock. Interesting read, nice mod for the OP though.

 

[Mastermold]

I dont .. maybe im real weird. .I like that dead spot sound at times..
At times that dead spot can sound real cool.. Depending on style of music one is playing...

Paul McCartney liked every note dead.