bassclam Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 I have a newly acquired Yamaha TRB5PII that I love. One problem. When I play the E or B strings open, I get an internal rattle in the bass. It seems to be coming from either the Neck pickup or the (God Forbid) truss rod. The rattle does come through the amplifier. Any thoughts on the most likely culprit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Foxen Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 Are the pickups on springs or foam? If springs, replace the springs with silicon tubing (fuel line for model racing cars from a model shop). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willyf87 Posted July 23, 2012 Share Posted July 23, 2012 It could be anything. Mine seems to do it. But I pulled it apart earlier, it's either the truss rod but it still adjusts so I kinda doubt it, but I think it's the springs on the bridge intonation screws. I think they are rattling when the strings are played. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willyf87 Posted July 24, 2012 Share Posted July 24, 2012 Well I've been sodding around for about an hour or so and I just think its something about the bridge, everything else seems secure. It's just hard to pinpoint. Unless the truss rod is just rattling about in the neck cavity. It's not as bad amplified as I thought which is good. I'll probably just have to get over it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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