|
|
#1
02-19-2018, 06:48 PM
|
|||
|
|||
String scratch
Everyone. I play a Taylor 210 CE K Dlx. Mainly finger style. I play through a Ceriatone Dum8le copy (it’s the only amp I have). In the loop I run a tuner, a reverb, a delay and a looper.
The sound is pretty good, however, when I move up and down the fret board, the sound of my fingers on the strings is amplified, and it’s pretty loud. Is there anything I can do about this, other than work on my obvious poor form? Different strings? Different amp? Noise suppressor? Any help would be appreciated. 
|
|
#2
02-19-2018, 07:23 PM
|
|||
|
|||
|
Semi flatwound strings, such as SIT Silencers. Your tone will be more dull, and the strings feel weird. Sharp almost, like small sharp edges at times.
__________________
As my username suggests, huge fan of Yamaha products. Own many acoustic-electric models from 2009-present and a couple electric. Lots of PA too.
|
|
#4
02-19-2018, 07:34 PM
|
|||
|
|||
|
string noise
Yep, Elixers or any of the coated strings.
__________________
The Bard Rocks Fay OM Sinker Redwood/Tiger Myrtle Sexauer L00 Adk/Magnolia For Sale Hatcher Jumbo Bearclaw/"Bacon" Padauk Goodall Jumbo POC/flamed Mahogany Appollonio 12 POC/Myrtle MJ Franks Resonator, all Australian Blackwood Blackbird "Lucky 13" - carbon fiber '31 National Duolian + many other stringed instruments.
|
|
#5
02-19-2018, 08:25 PM
|
|||
|
|||
|
Quote:
whm
|
|
#6
02-19-2018, 08:42 PM
|
|||
|
|||
|
Incidentally, when I saw the thread title "String scratch," I assumed that you were having a problem with string ends scratching up the headstock a little bit. Which can happen. The noise created by playing is more commonly referred to as "string squeak."
In addition to experimenting with coated strings, you might also try working with the tone controls on the amp a little bit. You can also take your pedals with you to a music store and try running your setup through some of the other amps they have there. If you find something that sounds better to you, save your pennies and buy the better amp when you can afford it. whm
|
|
#8
02-19-2018, 10:04 PM
|
|||
|
|||
|
On more suggestion...
Finger Ease. https://www.amazon.com/Fingerease-20.../dp/B0002GW3Y8 I use this stuff on all my electrics but for whatever reason I have refrained from using on my acoustics. Probably fearing that too much of it will shorten string life. I may test it soon on a set of aging Elixirs to see if it helps.It will reduce the friction and some of the squeal, but your strings will feel more slippery.
__________________
Assuming is not knowing. Knowing is NOT the same as understanding. There is a difference between compassion and wisdom, however compassion cannot supplant wisdom, and wisdom can not occur without understanding. facts don't care about your feelings and FEELINGS ALONE MAKE FOR TERRIBLE, often irreversible DECISIONS 
|
