Questions about my new Telecaster...

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There are two "string guides" for the high "b" and "e" strings , by the tuning pegs on my new Telecaster.. I was wondering why they are there.. I mean.. for what purpose other then holding the top two strings?

I had a buzzing sound on the "b" string. only on playing the string "open" not fretted.. and I tried adjusting the truss rod and saddle height.. the only way I can get rid of the open "b" string "buzz", is to not put the "b" string thru that string guide.. the "e" string is 100% fine.

Any ideas?
Thanks..
Happy.. :-)
 
The string guide is there to increase the angle that the string goes over the nut at. Most guitars have their headstocks angled backwards and don't need the string guide, but Fenders definitely need this. Without the string guide you should get a weaker sound since the string isn't tight down against the nut, and it could also come out if you bend on the first few frets.
If you are sure thats the source of the buzzing then maybe tighten the screw that holds it on to the headstock as it may just be loose.
I haven't heard of anyone not using them, and couldn't imagine how it could be seen in any way to be beneficial, but I'm definitely not the biggest expert or fan of Telecasters, or any Fenders for that matter, they could just as easily angle the headstock, contour the neck joint but these design "flaws" (IMO) are what some people really like I guess. Anyways, feel free to disregard this last part of my rant, and of course ENJOY THE NEW GUITAR!
 
ibanezrocks said:
The string guide is there to increase the angle that the string goes over the nut at. Most guitars have their headstocks angled backwards and don't need the string guide, but Fenders definitely need this. Without the string guide you should get a weaker sound since the string isn't tight down against the nut, and it could also come out if you bend on the first few frets.
If you are sure thats the source of the buzzing then maybe tighten the screw that holds it on to the headstock as it may just be loose.
I haven't heard of anyone not using them, and couldn't imagine how it could be seen in any way to be beneficial, but I'm definitely not the biggest expert or fan of Telecasters, or any Fenders for that matter, they could just as easily angle the headstock, contour the neck joint but these design "flaws" (IMO) are what some people really like I guess. Anyways, feel free to disregard this last part of my rant, and of course ENJOY THE NEW GUITAR!
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Thanks for the info.. the only other thing it might be.. is the nut itself.. at least the groove that the "b" string sits in.. The other thing that I might try.. is a heavier strings.. I think this one has light gauge "9's" on it.. or maybe a new nut all together.. sounds good other then that..
Thanks again, later.
Happy :D
 
Sounds like you have fret buzz on the first fret. Time to get your guitar setup by a professional.
 
Sounds like it's not sitting right in the nut or your first fret is high...most likely the former. Could be the nut angle isn't right or it's cut too wide. Try wedging a thin piece of paper in there and see if it goes away. Best repaired by a tech.
 
The MOST common reason is the nut slot is too low. Reguardless, it is a repair which requires some speciallized tools, so it is best to take it to a good repair person. Probably, they will shim and readjust the nut. If your nut is plastic, you may just want to spring for a new nut made of bone, which (in my shop) runs about $75. It will wear longer, so it will take longer to develop new problems with the nut.



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You do need to have the guitar set up........while you're at it, buy a set of sperzel tuners and do away with the string trees!
 
Thanks everyone for your replies. :)

It turned out to be the slot that the "b" string fits it. I just had to make it a hair wider, now no buzz at all! :D
 
faderbug said:
i just want to add that tele's are very cool guitars.
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plus 1.....and some have to have the string tree, or you want have enough downward angle, or break after the nut. I changed strings once and got a serious buzz and "lite" sound on the B string, then I noticed it wasn't under the tree...
 
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