Jesus... been changing strings on guitars for decades and I never thought about using a capo to temporary keep the string in place while you wind the tuners (to pull the new string tight/taut). Love it.
THANK YOU! I got the low E string on with way too much effort before looking this up. I see how this will simplify my life. There will be much less colorful language while I finish changing my strings.
Hey, this episode wasn't about prooving how stable Bigsby trems can be. 😅 We made a video on that just a few weeks after this one, there you'll get tons of Bigby love in the test ride. Cheers //Kris
Hey, he didnt put any nut buster on and the strings are still fresh. I dont blame him. Things are super unstable the first week or two, Especially if you press or pull too hard. I usually wait a week before abusing the vibrator, and put nut buster on first. Both on the saddles and on the actual nut. Once the tuning stability balances out you can really start having fun with the bigsby without worrying then, but until then its constant fear that too much movement will throw 2-3 strings out of tune and make your playing sound sour in an instant. Its just part of owning a bigsby, and its worth it for the control and subtlety in the vibrato effect.
FINALLY A USE FOR MY CAPO. Got my first bigsby guitar after years of only strat and FR styles. It was an absolute breath of fresh air even changing the strings is easier, and i can tune to whatever i want whenever and maintain stability by simply depressing and pulling the bar and retuning several times..
I strung a guitar with a Bigsby for someone years ago. Forgot what a horrible awkward job it was. Just bought a guitar with a Bigsby & found your video after repeatedly having the 1st string I attempted to put on constantly pinging off. The capo tip did the trick. Thank you so much. I will sleep more peacefully tonight. BTW. Nice lick.
Yeah, that was my little surprise riff for those, who thought a semi-hollow cannot do chunky chuggy tones. haha! Bigsby is great, it just needs some time to get used to it. :) //Kris
Oh god THANK YOU for making this video. I was trying to mine and the end kept coming off the post. I felt like I was going to throw my guitar across the room. After I watched this I got some pliers, pinched the ring at the end, and then bent the string around them. Worked perfectly. And the capo was an enormous help.
New to Bigsbys,am a Strat trem. guy,nice,straight to the point,how-to.What about locking tuners,have these on a 335 w/Bigsby,any string twisting,start over,take up slack,lock lightly,carry on,think this trem.had too many negative comments,it is fun,not a contraption
I WAS GOING CRAZY … everyone said thread it through the holes im thinking what holes??? You’re the only one gave an explanation But this IS A PAIN IN THE AZZ. THANKS for the help!
Haha! I was wondering if anyone notices the song even though I play it differently and play it on the "wrong" guitar. :D I felt like breaking some rules and just didn't want to play anything obvious for a semi hollow. Cheers Donald! //Kris
Shortly yes, but as soon as there's some tension on the string, you can (and should) remove it. It's only important using the capo as long as the string is completely loose. Cheers //Kris
Bending the end with the ball end, that was the trick I needed, thank you! You are quite worth of the name Thomann and the shirt, my family in The States spell it with one end. You have a job for a guitar phanatic who helped build Amazon's transportation network, and is also your cousin somehow?
One n.... Thoman and pronounce it with the softer Th sound. Not a very common name here, so crazy I'm obsessed with guitars and you are who you are. I really seriously would love to work for you, if you need a stateside rep, or I'm open to ideas. Could def get acquainted with the Fatherland (hope that expression isn't too tarnished).
your that lovely kind of weirdo, that the world should be grateful for . I am grateful that you thought me so much, saving me much €, a pro setup here costs like 100€ without new strings, thx to you , lovely weirdo, i can do that sh*t myself now, just equipped my Gretsch with a tune o matic roller bridge and locking machine heads taking a break now between strings
Dude I need serious help. I cut the strings then change a few strings and I see that the strings arent touching the saddles anymore like even if I put the strings on the neck they still dont sit on the saddle??? like wtf happened??? then strings are way high now, how come?? omg. did the bigsby go up 1/4 inch when I cut the strings? is that possible lol it seems all solid so?? I'm at a lost. will bring it to the luthier. I hate this thing omg.
Generally, sure why not. I'm way faster this way though because I have more place for my fingers. Especially at the bridge when I try to fiddle the ball ends through the Bigsby. :) But as always, there's no right or wrong way of changing strings. You can develop your own style, whatever works for you best. Cheers //Kris
@@ThomannsGuitarsBasses Thx for the quick answer man. I do it like this bcoz i do not need to take care about the Bigsby. Sometimes it could be fall out.. If you know what I mean. Same with Floyd Rose.
Hi Kris, a question: When you line up manually the strings to be parallel here on Bigsby or on other types of guitar that they don't have a saddle per string, you do it when the strings are loose or when you tune them? Also after this action, there is any possibility to move from their position?
I usually do this under tension (after tuning them). Maybe not fully tuned, but definitely under some tension. Since a stright line is the shortest way for the strings, they will then stay that way, even if you used the tremolo bar. Cheers //Kris
My gretsch electromatic has big problems with each volume knobs, there is nothing happening till i reach about 7 then it kicks in but not in a smooth transition. How do i change the electric on my semi hollow guitar?? Pls help
Hey Adriano, that's pretty tricky unfortunately. We made an episode on swapping pickups on hollow body guitars, you might find some useful moments in there: ruclips.net/video/e07Zc3ap_CE/видео.html If it's a full hollow Gretsch (without a tone block), you'll have to try to pull the whole electronics out through the pickup routing. Or maybe just use the strings and pull everything out through the F hole. It depends on the model, but either way, it's not a nice thing to do. If you don't feel like going there, visit a guitar tech for the pot swap. Cheers //Kris
i have the b5 bigsby i am stringing my guitar like your directions say but when i apply any tension it throws the bigsby arm back twoards the back of the guitar what am i doing wrong ? thanks
Hi, I have bigsby-looksalike Ibanez Artcore ASF75 (bigsby with only one round bar - the one with pins to attach strings) with bridge non attached to a body (like in violins). If I change strings one by one, it is OK, but if I want to clean it more thoroughly and change all the string at once, it is a really pain in a posterior to set things back. Is there any quick trick for reposition bridge in such a cases? I'd like to keep my guitar clean, bu I'm terrified of what that requires of me afterwards... I have tried using masking tape to mark bridge position, bot in don't work well...
I totally get that. haha! I don't use the Bigsby all the time, just when it makes sense to do so. But I always find this vibrato cool, even when I just look at it. 🤩 //Kris
Nice! You've noticed. :) I changed it up a bit though. I didn't want to play anything obvious. I bet everyone was expecting a test ride in the style of BB King mixed with something surfy. haha! //Kris
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Jesus... been changing strings on guitars for decades and I never thought about using a capo to temporary keep the string in place while you wind the tuners (to pull the new string tight/taut). Love it.
THANK YOU! I got the low E string on with way too much effort before looking this up. I see how this will simplify my life. There will be much less colorful language while I finish changing my strings.
Takes it for a test ride, doesn't touch the Bigsby! :)
Hey, this episode wasn't about prooving how stable Bigsby trems can be. 😅 We made a video on that just a few weeks after this one, there you'll get tons of Bigby love in the test ride. Cheers //Kris
Right?
Hey, he didnt put any nut buster on and the strings are still fresh. I dont blame him. Things are super unstable the first week or two, Especially if you press or pull too hard.
I usually wait a week before abusing the vibrator, and put nut buster on first. Both on the saddles and on the actual nut.
Once the tuning stability balances out you can really start having fun with the bigsby without worrying then, but until then its constant fear that too much movement will throw 2-3 strings out of tune and make your playing sound sour in an instant. Its just part of owning a bigsby, and its worth it for the control and subtlety in the vibrato effect.
that capo trick made the world of difference!
FINALLY A USE FOR MY CAPO. Got my first bigsby guitar after years of only strat and FR styles. It was an absolute breath of fresh air even changing the strings is easier, and i can tune to whatever i want whenever and maintain stability by simply depressing and pulling the bar and retuning several times..
Chris, thanks for the input. You are one of the classiest guys in the business. Keep up the good work and continue to ROCK!!
The key to his tech tips I using the capo to hold the string in place--it's like having a third hand! Thanks!
I strung a guitar with a Bigsby for someone years ago. Forgot what a horrible awkward job it was. Just bought a guitar with a Bigsby & found your video after repeatedly having the 1st string I attempted to put on constantly pinging off. The capo tip did the trick. Thank you so much. I will sleep more peacefully tonight. BTW. Nice lick.
I wasn't expecting Bad Horsie riff...amazing!
Btw: now I won't bother having a Bigsby equipped guitar.
Excellent video.
Yeah, that was my little surprise riff for those, who thought a semi-hollow cannot do chunky chuggy tones. haha! Bigsby is great, it just needs some time to get used to it. :)
//Kris
I have a bigsby on my Gretsch, that bend is key!
Oh god THANK YOU for making this video. I was trying to mine and the end kept coming off the post. I felt like I was going to throw my guitar across the room. After I watched this I got some pliers, pinched the ring at the end, and then bent the string around them. Worked perfectly. And the capo was an enormous help.
Thanks very much for putting this together and making it so concise. You pointed out at least two critical things I was doing wrong.
I have been using the capo method for years and it works well.
New to Bigsbys,am a Strat trem. guy,nice,straight to the point,how-to.What about locking tuners,have these on a 335 w/Bigsby,any string twisting,start over,take up slack,lock lightly,carry on,think this trem.had too many negative comments,it is fun,not a contraption
Beat Tipp for working on a Bigsby is not having a Bigsby but a Duesenberg ;)
Thank you very much! very fun and helpful video. Some people forgot how much a smile can improve everything 😁
I WAS GOING CRAZY … everyone said thread it through the holes im thinking what holes??? You’re the only one gave an explanation
But this IS A PAIN IN THE AZZ. THANKS for the help!
Good video. I was just waiting at the end, for you to hammer the gigs by a little, didn’t happen. But overall you confirmed how to do this
THANKS..!!! I’m getting ready to restring my new (used) baritone Gretsch with Bigsby… and your tips are definitely gonna save me some aggravation..!👍🏼
Yo that capo trick. I've never heard of that. That's sick.
That was very helpful!😊
Dude, you were right! Amazing tone!!! 😍🤘🏻
very helpful many thanks!
Love your sense of humor. "Bad Horsie" on a 335 with a Bigsby. Shall we say ... unique?
Sounds Vai-able.
I'll see myself out...
Haha! I was wondering if anyone notices the song even though I play it differently and play it on the "wrong" guitar. :D I felt like breaking some rules and just didn't want to play anything obvious for a semi hollow. Cheers Donald! //Kris
Big fun with bigsby boi!
Any tips on re cutting a neck slot?
Or maybe just explain what’s up with a Floyd Rose FRX trem?
Very eficient, funny and rocky!!!! Thanks 🙏 Bro 😎💜
Awesome. Thanks
Awesome. Great video
Thanks a lot! Cheers //Kris
Excelente video, muy instructivo. Gracias!!!
Gracias Juan Luis! //Kris
3:44
I think we're putting too much pressure on him...
🤘😜🤘
😂That's just me being tired after hours of shooting videos... also very hungry. Not a good combination, haha! //Kris
@@ThomannsGuitarsBasses
You have a great group at Thomann's.
We all have fun, and we learn a cool trick or two.
It's a win-win-win situation!
👍😉
Very helpfull
Question: does the capo stay pressing the string while winding in the machine head?
Shortly yes, but as soon as there's some tension on the string, you can (and should) remove it. It's only important using the capo as long as the string is completely loose. Cheers //Kris
Bending the end with the ball end, that was the trick I needed, thank you! You are quite worth of the name Thomann and the shirt, my family in The States spell it with one end. You have a job for a guitar phanatic who helped build Amazon's transportation network, and is also your cousin somehow?
One n.... Thoman and pronounce it with the softer Th sound. Not a very common name here, so crazy I'm obsessed with guitars and you are who you are. I really seriously would love to work for you, if you need a stateside rep, or I'm open to ideas. Could def get acquainted with the Fatherland (hope that expression isn't too tarnished).
My bigsby keeps popping up undoing all of the strings, does anyone have any advice?
Same with mandolin, your control is the loop end
your that lovely kind of weirdo, that the world should be grateful for . I am grateful that you thought me so much, saving me much €, a pro setup here costs like 100€ without new strings, thx to you , lovely weirdo, i can do that sh*t myself now, just equipped my Gretsch with a tune o matic roller bridge and locking machine heads taking a break now between strings
Dude I need serious help. I cut the strings then change a few strings and I see that the strings arent touching the saddles anymore like even if I put the strings on the neck they still dont sit on the saddle??? like wtf happened??? then strings are way high now, how come?? omg. did the bigsby go up 1/4 inch when I cut the strings? is that possible lol it seems all solid so?? I'm at a lost. will bring it to the luthier. I hate this thing omg.
Hey Chris, thx for this. I would recommend to change each string by string and not change all six strings in one shot! What do you think???
Generally, sure why not. I'm way faster this way though because I have more place for my fingers. Especially at the bridge when I try to fiddle the ball ends through the Bigsby. :)
But as always, there's no right or wrong way of changing strings. You can develop your own style, whatever works for you best. Cheers //Kris
@@ThomannsGuitarsBasses Thx for the quick answer man. I do it like this bcoz i do not need to take care about the Bigsby. Sometimes it could be fall out.. If you know what I mean. Same with Floyd Rose.
Hi Kris, a question: When you line up manually the strings to be parallel here on Bigsby or on other types of guitar that they don't have a saddle per string, you do it when the strings are loose or when you tune them? Also after this action, there is any possibility to move from their position?
I usually do this under tension (after tuning them). Maybe not fully tuned, but definitely under some tension. Since a stright line is the shortest way for the strings, they will then stay that way, even if you used the tremolo bar. Cheers //Kris
My gretsch electromatic has big problems with each volume knobs, there is nothing happening till i reach about 7 then it kicks in but not in a smooth transition. How do i change the electric on my semi hollow guitar?? Pls help
Hey Adriano, that's pretty tricky unfortunately. We made an episode on swapping pickups on hollow body guitars, you might find some useful moments in there: ruclips.net/video/e07Zc3ap_CE/видео.html
If it's a full hollow Gretsch (without a tone block), you'll have to try to pull the whole electronics out through the pickup routing. Or maybe just use the strings and pull everything out through the F hole. It depends on the model, but either way, it's not a nice thing to do. If you don't feel like going there, visit a guitar tech for the pot swap. Cheers //Kris
i have the b5 bigsby i am stringing my guitar like your directions say but when i apply any tension it throws the bigsby arm back twoards the back of the guitar what am i doing wrong ?
thanks
Is it possible that you strung the strings around the back axle the opposite way? That's the only reason I can think of. //Kris
You were right I was stringing it the wrong way but its right now i have that guitar setup and playing well thanks again
Hi, I have bigsby-looksalike Ibanez Artcore ASF75 (bigsby with only one round bar - the one with pins to attach strings) with bridge non attached to a body (like in violins). If I change strings one by one, it is OK, but if I want to clean it more thoroughly and change all the string at once, it is a really pain in a posterior to set things back. Is there any quick trick for reposition bridge in such a cases? I'd like to keep my guitar clean, bu I'm terrified of what that requires of me afterwards... I have tried using masking tape to mark bridge position, bot in don't work well...
I know this is an old post...but came here because I have this exact issue. Ever find a solve?
no one show you how to do the first three strings! those are the hardest!
I don’t have a bigsby loaded guitar but changing strings looks bad
I was expecting him to shred on that Gibson :)
YESSSS!! I just felt like playing something inappropriate on it. haha! CHUGGG :) //Kris
At this point I want a bigsby guitar just for the looks
I totally get that. haha! I don't use the Bigsby all the time, just when it makes sense to do so. But I always find this vibrato cool, even when I just look at it. 🤩 //Kris
The bigsby was only there for looks 😜
You're right. haha! Don't worry though, we'll have some Bigsby wiggle soon enough in an other episode. ;) //Kris
@@ThomannsGuitarsBasses Looking forward to it 😊
Bad horsie
Nice! You've noticed. :) I changed it up a bit though. I didn't want to play anything obvious. I bet everyone was expecting a test ride in the style of BB King mixed with something surfy. haha! //Kris
Sneaky Bad Horsie riff!
Slow down