Recent content by Merlin01

Still useless :( The D'addario's held tune much better than the Elixirs under non-tremolo playing conditions. But with the tremolo arm in I just have to hint at using it and all strings will go up between 10-45 cents in tuning. So with locking tuners, TUSQ nut, & new strings, it still looks like...

Yes, this was the first issue from the supplier/retailer. I had requested 10's and a setup in E-flat tuning and they told me the nut would be fine (after I pointed out the stock nut is made for 9's). It was not fine at all when it shipped. So I took it to a local Luthier to have the TUSQ nut...

I checked in on the Mann webpage and found he also does SE locking Phase II tuners that looked pretty good for a Grover 406C alternative. He also suggested I swap out the TUSQ for a PRS Core line nut. Then the beautiful 2000NOS bridge - which I'm eyeing off at the moment (and the tuners). The...

That's kinda sad, but good to know - thanks. I have Mr. Mann bookmarked and might have to pay him a visit. Ok, thanks for that.

Yes, I've only done 2 changes (broke both 0.010's) and found it a little awkward aligning both holes, keeping the string tight and winding the peg at the same time.. I chose the Grovers because I was having trouble with tuning stability and thought locking tuners would help with that. They...

Thanks for the tip. Will try that today. I haven't had a problem with anything but the 0.010, but are you saying this problem can happen on the "B" or the "G" as well??

Can I ask what model Grover tuners you used? I have a 2016 SE CU24 that was an absolute dog out of the box for tuning stability, I changed to a TUSQ nut and got the Grover 406C locking tuners but the high E (0.010) just breaks in the post when tightening. Just wondering if there are other...

I've tried John. Took the bridge off to have a closer look at the holes, I couldn't see any damage. Under the Bridge Re-fit the bridge as per your demo video & had to come up a little to get 1/16th off the body. Bridge @ 1/16 Floating I think the bridge will be alright. The nut is the issue...

Wow, thanks so much for the offer John. I had already watched the video posted above by DHW while searching for more info on the bridge problem. Can you advise me on a way to check the health of the bridge (knife edge) without taking it off the guitar or risking damage to it? I understand it's...

The guitar was bought from an out of State Dealer, I could return it but am waiting for them to respond to my questions RE: Manufacture (Bridge saddle/pocket & nut/neck alignment) and Setup (same as above). I'm worried about the bridge too, but if I start messing around with it and it's already...

Found a couple more issues this morning. Nut Width I assume the Nut width should be the same or match the contour of the neck/head stock? My Nut comes in short on the Low-E side and leaves a sharp edge of the fretboard exposed. A-String Nut Slot As mentioned above, they replaced the factory...

I'm willing to fix it myself, but get a little scared when hearing "You can Damage your guitar" if you mess with the bridge without knowing what you're doing - I saw some UK PRS SE tech say that in a YT video. Which makes me think, if the dealers tech didn't know what they were doing, how could...

I just received my 2016 SE Custom24 from an out-of-State dealer. I arranged to have 10-46 replace the stock strings and had it setup with Eb tuning. Out of the box the back of the bridge was already resting on the body and the screws looked high to me - but I really have no reference except a...

Thanks Michael, it is a 2016 SE CUstom 24 - Tobacco Sunburst. So I have accepted the veneer is pretty good considering it's not the real deal.

Thanks Andy, rugerpc, garrett, drdoom, bodia, LSchefman, Fight, C/Carl, RGM, & dogrocketp. You all helped make a quick study of figured tops. As suggested, I'll reserve judgement until I can see, feel, play, and hear it for myself. @dogrocketp I don't know how it sounds.The Dealer sent me photos...