Wire Insulation around strings (Like SRV)

ICBM

DLM said:

richardhomer said:

I'd check for sharp edges on the saddles - I doubt anything more elaborate is necessary.

In my case at least, the strings were demonstrably breaking at the bridge-plate exit point, not on top of the saddles.

They almost always do - the bend radius is much sharper there, even with the hole rounded off.

Sassafras

JD50 said:

I always run some solder along the end winds, seems to help.

That's fine but you absolutely must use silver solder. You wouldn't believe the increased sustain and huge tones it gives you.

JD50

Sassafras said:

JD50 said:

I always run some solder along the end winds, seems to help.

That's fine but you absolutely must use silver solder. You wouldn't believe the increased sustain and huge tones it gives you.

Of course, I only buy vintage USA solder.

Handsome_Chris

I've been using this insulation trick for ages. Saying that it may be a bit counter productive with Floyd Rose trems.