335Newbie Posted December 28, 2020 Share Posted December 28, 2020 Hi, I just bought a new ES 335 a couple of weeks ago and am starting to notice some general string buzz across the guitar in many locations and on pretty much every string. There doesn't seem to be any issue with condition of the instrument and the strings look well set up over the neck. What is the best way to get rid of this, maybe raise the action a little? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twang Gang Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 Raising the action is usually the first place to start to get rid of string buzz. The truss rod may need adjustment as well. If you are not familiar with "setting - up " a guitar it may be worth it to take it to a luthier and have him check it over and do a set-up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merciful-evans Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 If you are 'starting to notice' string buzz, it suggests the string buzz was not there 2 weeks ago. Is this the case? Or did you simply not notice before? If buzz was not present 2 weeks ago, then its more likely that the neck has settled and you need to check your neck for straightness/relief before raising the action. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveFord Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 I just sight down the edge of the neck like looking down an arrow but here's the official way to do it: https://www.gibson.com/GibsonTV/Gibsons Guide to Guitar Setup and Maintenance/gtvortac0/ep6mwnvl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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