2008 Martin D28 - horrible resonances

[Steenamaroo]

So go do it then.


You could find that changing the saddle makes a difference to what you're hearing.
Alternatively you could find that the offensive ringing frequencies you're hearing have a relationship to the resonant frequency of the instrument.

Either way, though, you'd have test these things otherwise we're all just sitting around guessing.

 

[Monkey Allen]

Sure. I like to takes a gander at all angles and discuss a range of approaches, theories, speculations first. Including the curious detail regarding my 2 guitars and the guitar in the video all having the same issue.

Got an acoustic laying around? Strum those last 2 strings like I mentioned. Let me know if you get the resonance.

 

[Steenamaroo]

I hear harmonics playing some of those chords, sure, but not in a dominant annoying way (no pun intended).

For example, if I pluck simultaneously, thumb and index finger, X-3-X-3-X-X
That's C + Bb, the makings of C7, I'll clearly hear the G that isn't there, with all X strings muted.

Might indicate no relationship to resonant frequency after all, since my instrument 'wants' to ring an F.

 

[Monkey Allen]

I'm getting the exact resonance/ issue as at 6:31 in that video when playing the chords the guy is playing. On both guitars. Anyway, thanks. I'll roll up my sleeves when I get some quality time and begin the saddle and nut appraisals. See you around the clubs.