TransTrem RFI

[bwiddowson]

Hello -

 

I have always owned only S-Trem equipped GM style Steinberger 6 string guitars.

I just bought my first vintage GM with a TransTrem.

I know I will NEVER use the Transposing feature.

 

- Can I just remove the Transposing Arm & Transposing Pin?

 

- Are these components essential for proper tuning/function?

 

- Can I at least lock it into place so I don't need to worry about it?

 

- I would like to continue to use the tremolo.

 

Thanks in advance for any tips.

[Be.eM]

 

 

- Can I just remove the Transposing Arm & Transposing Pin?

 

- Are these components essential for proper tuning/function?

 

- Can I at least lock it into place so I don't need to worry about it?

 

- I would like to continue to use the tremolo.

 

 

 

Hi,

 

I wouldn't remove anything. Even without setting up the trem for proper transposing, you get the locking option in "zero position", the same option you have with an S-Trem. This locking option is required for intonation setup and tuning, just like with an S-Trem. It also allows to continue playing with a broken string.

 

If you're definitely sure you don't need transposing, you'd be better off with an S-Trem, though, as an S-Trem basically is a TT without transposing. So you might also consider trading the TT for an S-Trem (plus some money). If that is an option, you could send me a PM.

 

Bernd

[r2bflash]

The parts you want to remove are the lock as Bernd has said in another way. One of the bet features of the TTrem is when you let the bar go, it falls into the lock position.

[bwiddowson]

I really prefer the simplicity of the S-Trem, so switching them out may be a good option for me.

I'll give it some though. Thanks for the replies.

[bwiddowson]

I really prefer the simplicity of the S-Trem, so switching them out may be a good option for me.

I'll give it some though. Thanks for the replies.