| Harp Help (buzzing) |
| "buzzing" is a common problem with harps but with a bit of perseverance you can isolate the problem and fix it.... In the following, we will step by step, check out and identify the "buzzing" and fix-it. |
| Step 1....string tie rods touching. |
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| 2 of the string tie rods are touching>>>> This can cause buzzing when strings are plucked. |
| Remedy....Seperate them with a long implement such as a screw driver. |
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| Done! Now check the others....when they are all done, play your harp to see if that has eliminated the "buzz" ...If not go on to step 2. |
| Step 2....Loose stringrib nuts. |
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| You can view the stringrib nut through the top soundhole in the back of the harp, there is another at the bottom, this is accessed via the soundhole in the base of the harp. Even though there is a spring washer underneath the nut, it can become loose and vibrate....hence "buzzing" |
| Remedy....tighten the nuts with a 5.5mm socket. |
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| Use this for the top nut |
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| Use this for the bottom nut |
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| Like so....through the base soundhole (as viewed through the lowest back soundhole) |
| After this is done, try the harp again.....if "buzzing" persists....go to Step 3 |
| Step 3 not yet built |