Tuning

[tot_Ou_tard]

I just realized that I don't understand tuning. I've recently read that if the open strings are accurately tuned then the first few frets are typically sharp particularly on the G-string. It was a revelation! That sharp A on the second fret G-string was driving me nuts.

It is claimed that some people tune a little flat to and/or unconsciously adjust their fretting to compensate.

Then there are things like the Earvana nut & the Buzz Feiten System. It makes this guy

http://www.thefret.net/showthread.php?t=1501

seem like a genius.

Here's a tuning question. Can one tune a guitar with a capo on?

 

[Moshe]

There is no such thing as exact tuning. If you tune exactly for one key, it will screw up the others, even on a piano.

You have to find middle ground no matter what.

 

[SuperSwede]

Or play on a fretless instrument where you can compensate with your fingers.

 

[duhvoodooman]

Or play on a fretless instrument where you can compensate with your fingers.

I must be doing something wrong. It's my fingers that cause most of the problems in the first place.

 

[SuperSwede]

I must be doing something wrong. It's my fingers that cause most of the problems in the first place.

Have you consulted a surgeon? You might want to trade those fingers for a set of SRV limited edition fingers (very limited supply). I hear that the Yngwie J Malmsteen "Fingers From Hell" are pretty good too. I think they come with his signature Hair Replacement Kit. I dont recommend Virtual Vintage fingers at all.

 

[Tone2TheBone]

Have you consulted a surgeon? You might want to trade those fingers for a set of SRV limited edition fingers (very limited supply). I hear that the Yngwie J Malmsteen "Fingers From Hell" are pretty good too. I think they come with his signature Hair Replacement Kit. I dont recommend Virtual Vintage fingers at all.

LMAO. R I think the Fingers From Hell might be a little too THICK these days.

 

[SuperSwede]

Perhaps.. but they come with pretty funky rings, and look at all that great hair you get for free when you order within 10 minutes!!!

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[duhvoodooman]

Perhaps.. but they come with pretty funky rings, and look at all that great hair you get for free when you order within 10 minutes!!!

*calling 666-Y N G W I E*

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[tot_Ou_tard]

There is no such thing as exact tuning. If you tune exactly for one key, it will screw up the others, even on a piano.

You have to find middle ground no matter what.

Well someone should get the word out to the newbies. It'd save alot of fingers from hell handwringing!!!