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If your guitar strings are hitting the other frets when you strum the strings, it means the action height is too low. ... When the action height is too low, the strings will vibrate against the other frets when you play something. This can make your guitar sound tinny as the vibration changes the way your guitar sounds.
- Why do my new strings sound metallic?
- Will new strings make my guitar sound better?
- How long does it take to break in new guitar strings?
Why do my new strings sound metallic?
The too metallic/too bright sound for many guitarists wears off after a few hours of play. I should say the amount of time before your strings start to deaden will vary due to the guitarist, playing style, and string. Some people say their guitar strings didn't deaden until a few weeks of consistent playing.
Will new strings make my guitar sound better?
The answer is yes. If you pick up a guitar that has been lying dormant for a while with an ancient set of strings, it's likely that it sounds leaden and just, well, off. Pop a new set of strings on there (and don't forget to tune) and that same guitar may sound like a whole different instrument; better and brighter.
How long does it take to break in new guitar strings?
Electric guitar strings take the least time. Depending on usage, they roughly take 1-2 hours of constant playing to break in and settle allowing them to stabilize and stay in tune. Depending on usage, it may take 3-7 days to loose the 'bright' and 'tinny' sound associated with new strings.
