Gibson CS Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 Maybe this a common problem but its annoying me. I cant keep the G string in tune. Its always going flat. Is this a problem for you guys too? Perhaps a little lube in the nut slot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L5Larry Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 Perhaps a little lube in the nut slot? That should do it. The other alternative, and permanant fix, is to widen the slot in the nut, a job not for a novice or the faint at heart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingarmadillo Posted March 12, 2008 Share Posted March 12, 2008 I just saw this discussion someplace else. The problem is using an unwound G string on electrics. If I can find them again, I'll try to post the references, but he gist of it is that a plain G string when properly tuned is improperly tensioned for mechanical stability. It's also why it's difficult to intone properly. If you want the problem to go away, find a compatible wound G string. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveinspain Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 I've noticed it too... Thats always the first string to go out... What kind of oil do you use on the nut? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AS90 Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 I've noticed it too... Thats always the first string to go out... What kind of oil do you use on the nut? Graphite from a pencil works fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullseye99 Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 the best i have found for this problem is to use-big bends nut sauce,it comes in a syringe with a plastic needle for no mess and can easily be applied to the nut. hope this helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plank_Spanker Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 the best i have found for this problem is to use-big bends nut sauce' date='it comes in a syringe with a plastic needle for no mess and can easily be applied to the nut.hope this helps[/quote'] I use Big Bends, also. It works great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom99SS Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 I use GraphitALL from GHS. Add it to the nut slots and the saddle slots. Guitar hardly ever goes out of tune. I can even take it out of the case, play a little to stretch and warm up the strings and WHAM it is in tune. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeRom Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 +1 pencil graphite. Hear good things about big bends too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheEdge Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 I mentioned this same problem on the thread "Improving a Les Paul Studio". The G string is always the first to detune on my LP Studio. My Strat is the same, though it has better tuning overall. On my Strat I will install a graphite nut to improve tunning. Should I do the same on my LP Studio? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WideAwake Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 I had this very issue with my new Studio also. My local tech fixed it when he did a set-up for me. In my case, the slot wasn't deep enough in the nut - it was almost laying over it. He made it a little deeper and it's been fine ever since. Other things, like people have mentioned, are putting graphite in the slot, and even making sure you are putting your strings on correctly. Not at all saying you are not, but it can cause the string to slip if not. But yeah, that G string is the bane of many guitarists. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimeJ Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 I thought I posted this earlier...I've never really had any issues with the G-string myself, FORTUNATELY....Seems like my the culprit with me has been the B-string...Maybe it's the way I play. BTW...This is a thread from the Epiphone Forum which has some really good info regarding most everything AND there are some guys there who are quite astute in their posts.................J http://images.onstagemag.com/files/46/0202Setuptxt.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1773lx Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Don't worry. Same issue on almost all kind of solid-bodies - Strat, Godin, DeArmond, Guild, etc. - but on LP it's more evident. It's called "the flatting G" hereby - and if you use a tremolo bar it's even worst. It gets better changing the thickness of the string (all the set or at least two pairs of three). On the other hand, on classical (nylon) guitars G is the critical string, since it's the first not metal-wired. G factor... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimeJ Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Don't worry.Same issue on almost all kind of solid-bodies - Strat' date=' Godin, DeArmond, Guild, etc. - but on LP it's more evident. It's called "the flatting G" hereby - and if you use a tremolo bar it's even worst. It gets better changing the thickness of the string (all the set or at least two pairs of three). On the other hand, on classical (nylon) guitars G is the critical string, since it's the first not metal-wired. G factor... [/quote'] I don't play Classical music but I do play a nylon stringed guitar. Although extremely hard to find, LaBella offers a set called "900W Golden Superior" Nylon Golden Alloy Polished, and has a wound 3rd and gold colored 1st and 2nd which for me are far above anything I've ever played. ............J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1773lx Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 I don't play Classical music but I do play a nylon stringed guitar. Although extremely hard to find' date=' LaBella offers a set called "900W Golden Superior" Nylon Golden Alloy Polished, and has a wound 3rd and gold colored 1st and 2nd which for me are far above anything I've ever played. ............J[/quote'] Thanks for the tip. I'll try and see if they're available here in Italy. I wonder, if they're hard to find over there... but you never know. OK - found (on the web, but there are some stores that do have). TY once more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Plains Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 I bought some powdered graphite from the local hardware store, then bought a fine paint brush from a hobby store. Loosen and lift the string, apply graphite with the brush...problem solved for under $10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plank_Spanker Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 I used powdered graphite for a while until I discovered Big Bend's Nut Sauce. This stuff is great - a syringe applicator to precisely apply it, and it goes a long ways. No more powder mess, no muss, no fuss. No more powder for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hall Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Flyingarmadillo, hit it right on the button! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thundergod Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 you should try learning to tune your guitar well ****** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riffster Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 The G string is the last string you should tune when tunning, still it most likely will go out first. Me? I'll keep tunning, aint' gettin' a wound G... f**k that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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