A Floyd Rose bridge is a type of floating bridge that allows for a wide range of vibrato effects. However, this can also make it difficult to keep the guitar in tune, especially when using the dive bomb technique.
If you find that your Floyd Rose bridge is too high, you can lower it to make it easier to play. To do this, you will need to adjust the tension of the springs in the back cavity of the guitar.
Tools needed:
- Phillips head screwdriver
- Allen wrench or hex key
- Feeler gauges
Steps:
- Remove the strings from the guitar.
- Locate the springs in the back cavity of the guitar. There are usually six springs located in a row.
- Use the Phillips head screwdriver to loosen the screws on the springs.
- Turn the screws clockwise to decrease the tension of the springs.
- Once the bridge is lowered to your desired height, tighten the screws again.
- Replace the strings on the guitar and tune the guitar.
Here are some tips for lowering a Floyd Rose bridge:
- Be careful not to over-tighten the screws on the springs. If you do, it may be difficult to use the tremolo arm.
- If you are not comfortable working on your guitar, you can take it to a qualified technician to have it lowered.
With a little care, you can easily lower a Floyd Rose bridge and make it easier to play.
Additional considerations:
- If you lower the bridge too much, it may not be able to return to its original position when you release the tremolo arm.
- If you are lowering the bridge to improve the intonation of your guitar, you may also need to adjust the saddles.
- If you are not sure how to lower the bridge, you can consult the instructions that came with your guitar or watch a tutorial online.
Lowering a Floyd Rose bridge is a relatively simple process that can be done at home with a few basic tools. By following the steps above, you can easily lower your bridge and make it easier to play your guitar.