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Zoot - Posted - 09/03/2010: 14:23:13
Is it really important to notch a resonator saddle and if it is why?
I know this is a dumb question but I was just wondering since notching a regular acoustic is a no no why do you need to notch a resonator saddle. I would think this dampens tone by choking the string. Any opinions.
badger - Posted - 09/03/2010: 19:02:12
A tailpiece-style guitar (archtop) is typically notched, because, like a reso, the strings would shift when picked. With a saddle-bridge acoustic, the attachment of the strings is so close to the saddle that they can't move. A properly shaped notch doesn't pinch the string, and provides the maximum transfer of energy from the string to the bridge.
Square Neck - Posted - 09/04/2010: 08:07:08
Badger said it exactly!
Zoot - Posted - 09/06/2010: 12:05:19
Been playing it without the notching and no problems strings arent shifting at all and Im using the National light gauge strings. I do play with a light pick hand with a flat pick and low action. Going to try slotting the sadlle next week and see if it affects the tone! Its just such a pain removeing the cover plate. Its an Island gutair brand got a felling its a Regal that was upgraded. Someone did a lousy job of lineing up the cover plate screw holes!!!
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