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Post by 1150lefty on Jun 4, 2011 19:44:00 GMT -5
Actually, it was the D sting this time. Tokai Gakki Model 51 Fransican classical. Last couple of sets were Martin Silk and Steel, and some Flamenco strings I can't remember. This last set has only been on for a month or so. Went to serenade my wife for her birthday, opened the case and the D is just hanging there like a spaghetti noodle, snapped at the bridge.
What could be causing this? I've left strings on this guitar for years and they haven't snapped or gone too far out of tune. Weather too dry here in Arizona?
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Post by cynical1 on Jun 4, 2011 19:55:08 GMT -5
Without seeing the guitar my first though is a sharp edge somewhere.
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Post by ashcatlt on Jun 4, 2011 20:05:06 GMT -5
Weird that it broke when you weren't playing!
I play at least once a week, and break an average of one string every two gigs on whatever guitar I'm playing. Of course, I don't call it a good gig unless I end up bleeding...
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Post by sumgai on Jun 4, 2011 20:35:04 GMT -5
Subject: MY G string keeps snapping ---------------------------------------------- That's all grins and giggles, but I suggest that you better have an exit plan, in case she get tired of you doing that to her!  |
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Post by 1150lefty on Jun 5, 2011 17:51:49 GMT -5
This last pack was Martin Silver-plated high-tension; great strings! I can't get a pic that details anything wrong. This has never happened before. Maybe Martin is having bad luck with their D-string winder? Nothing sharp that I can see, and I ran a file over the bridge riser to make sure.
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Post by thetragichero on Jun 6, 2011 11:52:41 GMT -5
Subject: MY G string keeps snapping ---------------------------------------------- That's all grins and giggles, but I suggest that you better have an exit plan, in case she get tired of you doing that to her! i came to this thread to make a similar comment, just to see you beat me to it  |
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Post by sumgai on Jun 7, 2011 1:41:27 GMT -5
Subject: MY G string keeps snapping
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That's all grins and giggles, but I suggest that you better have an exit plan, in case she get tired of you doing that to her!
i came to this thread to make a similar comment, just to see you beat me to it Obligatory reference to size of monetary units, and who obtains them....... |
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Post by irwired on Jun 8, 2011 10:19:57 GMT -5
I live in AZ I haven't broken a string here yet  Obviously I must be doing sompin wrong  You gotta help me out on this guys...I'm so embarrassed  seriously I have used many different types of Martin strings on my Gibson without issue. Have you ruled out sabotage? Cheers Wirey |
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Post by 1150lefty on Jul 7, 2011 20:25:39 GMT -5
I put an old string on in its place and haven't had a problem. Maybe a bad day on the D-string line?
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Post by yug on Jul 28, 2011 19:26:14 GMT -5
I have to agree with the Cynic. Sharp edge. You don't mention string gauges, only ages. Strings age, even if they aren't used. I lived in Denver for 15 yrs and I could see the strings start to rot as soon as I put them on the guitar.
Where did the string break? Nut or bridge? I'm guessing at the nut. A thin file or even an emery board could widen the string slot and eliminate the tight spot. I've also used a feeler guage and some #400 wet/dry sandpaper.
Just don't gouge the nut and change the angle of the slot.
Hope this helps.
yug...
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