Strange noise from new KH-202 - causes?
Strange noise from new KH-202 - causes?
Come on guys, not everyone buys a KH because they "w@nt t0 b3 l!k3 t3h kirkz."
hunter3705, it could be the trem springs. Take off the back plate and listen to the spring cavity as you pluck the string a few times. See if the noise is coming from there. If it is, it's just a simple fix of putting some foam padding under the springs to keep them from vibrating as much.
Also, a word of advice. Since you have a 202, if your going to be playing a lot and stuff, you might want to save up some cash and look for an Original Floyd Rose. The licensed lo-pro on the 202 can get pretty "br00tal" in a bad way after awhile, if it doesn't suck already that is.
Also, make sure your string isn't hitting your pickups. That can happen a lot if they're too high.
And make sure the string is tight at the bridge.
+1
sounds like the problem. When your pickups are raised too high the strings hit it and make that annoying noise. If it starts doing that again try lowering them. ;]
Thanks for the help guys, it's not doing it any more! It's brand new, maybe some parts just had to wear in a little bit - who knows. It's a great guitar, and I'm really enjoying it.
57Octane: I was thinking about replacing the trem with a real FR, just like you said. I've read in a bunch of places that the licensed ones aren't nearly as good. They're pricey, and I could only find the genuine article at one place.
Stephy: You got me, I don't understand the joke. Why would I want to tape my hands?
Is it brand new, or new to you but used?
Check the trem saddle to see if there is a groove worn in it from the string. Licensed floyds are made with a softer alloy.
One quick way to check is grab the string right next to the trem saddle and wiggle it from side to side. If you hear a click or a tiny tink or twang, it's because the string is snapping in and out of the groove. The string will vibrate/buzz on the side of a groove in the saddle when it is played.
If that's the problem, take a little piece of fine grit wet/dry sandpaper wrapped around the tip of a needle file and carefully smooth the saddle just until the groove is gone. If the groove is really deep, you can just replace the single saddle.
maybe you need to tape your hands.