Listen "To Float, Or Not To Float, Strats The Question"
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To Support the Channel:Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar: https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac Or check out my store for merch - https://my-store-be0243.creator-spring.com/Today I look at my 2 favorite options for Strat tremolo setup, fully floating, or deck it and removing the bar. Also, we look at some handy tips for helping you stay in tune when floating the bridge, adjusting the string break angle at the headstock, using low-tension Raw Vintage springs, recommended string gauges, and lubing the nut slots and string tree. Affiliate link, Raw Vintage Springshttps://amzn.to/46VaG8YGear used:2023 Headstrong Lil' King with 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerhttps://headstrongamps.com/lil-king-amp1955 Stratocaster built by my old college buddy, B. Paisley, using a mix of old and new parts. Ron Ellis 50/60 middle and neck, Duncan Twang banger in the bridge.https://www.ronellispickups.com/Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46Affiliate linkhttps://amzn.to/494qQ1yPick:Pick Boy Small Jazz, Tortoise Shell, 1.00mmEffects: Amp reverb#askzac #zacchilds #stratocasterSupport the show
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