Tremolo Arm Height

[John Engle]

Just received my new Custom 22. The tremolo arm sits pretty low when seated all the way into the tremolo. I like it better not pushed all of the way in. I wonder if that creates any stability issues though, and I do not like that if I remove it, it is not likely it will be returned to exactly the same height. I was wondering what is suggested. Should I push it in all the way, and just bend the bar so it sits at the height I want, or maybe just mark the bar so I can get it pretty close to the height I want?

Thanks

 

[markd21]

I have the same issue. I just marked the bar.

 

[goat-n-gitter]

There are no rules. As long as it is all the way through the bushing, you're good to go.

 

[Alnus Rubra]

There are no rules. As long as it is all the way through the bushing, you're good to go.

TWSS

 

[shimmilou]

WWAD - What would Alnus do?

 

[BrianC]

I bend my arms to raise them to the perfect level for me. its easy.

I have 5 core. I put the arm in a vise ( short end) and gently pull on it. Try it out. If not right repeat.

Once I had the right bend I drew it out on paper and used it as a pattern for the others. done!!

 

[Bill SAS 513]

I've seen people cut the Stock PRS bars shorter, and others find same diameter, but longer bars (other companies) they can bend to their liking.

Just don't try to bend it while its in the guitar!!!!!!!

 

[Alnus Rubra]

WWAD - What would Alnus do?

Never ever take my advice!

 

[tedtan]

I think I'd go the bending route myself, but haven't had to do so to date.

 

[Tony M.]

I bend them.

You can also get a jar of liquid vinyl and dip the plastic end in there.
This will make the bar feel much more comfortable and substantial.

 

[John Engle]

I bend them.

You can also get a jar of liquid vinyl and dip the plastic end in there.
This will make the bar feel much more comfortable and substantial.

oh, I was thinking about sanding the plastic to make it more grippy. Hadn't considered liquid vinyl, but that sounds like it might work well

 

[László]

I think John Mann will make custom trem bars. He does a beautiful job with everything he makes, including PRS' original trems back in the day (and still makes his own as well). And he's a PRS dealer.