Spectrum V - Truss Rod Allen Key
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Spectrum V - Truss Rod Allen Key
Hi Folks!
I recently bought a Westone Spectrum V, and I like it. I changed the strings, but now the action is a bit high. I would be very grateful if you told me what the size of the Allen key is for adjusting the truss rod. 5 mm? Is it an imperial measure?
Thanks, greetings to all.
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I recently bought a Westone Spectrum V, and I like it. I changed the strings, but now the action is a bit high. I would be very grateful if you told me what the size of the Allen key is for adjusting the truss rod. 5 mm? Is it an imperial measure?
Thanks, greetings to all.
Panglosse- Registered Member
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Re: Spectrum V - Truss Rod Allen Key
It’ll be a metric one, I’d’ve thought...
You’re adjusting the truss rod to lower the action??? Why not just lower the saddles?
You’re adjusting the truss rod to lower the action??? Why not just lower the saddles?
corsair- Senior Member
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Re: Spectrum V - Truss Rod Allen Key
Thanks for the reply!
Unfortunately, just adjusting the saddles is not enough. Evidently the new strings have a higher tension, and the neck has bent too much.
I'll try with a 5mm Allen key... a very long one is needed.
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Unfortunately, just adjusting the saddles is not enough. Evidently the new strings have a higher tension, and the neck has bent too much.
I'll try with a 5mm Allen key... a very long one is needed.
Panglosse- Registered Member
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Re: Spectrum V - Truss Rod Allen Key
Ah, rightio... heavier gauge strings have pulled the neck up, or lighter gauge and its gone the other way?
corsair- Senior Member
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Re: Spectrum V - Truss Rod Allen Key
The first, apparently...
Panglosse- Registered Member
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Re: Spectrum V - Truss Rod Allen Key
Ok, then... let us know what happens.
I've got a Spectrum GT but it's 1500km away and I've never had to adjust the neck relief so can't help with Allen Key size, sorry!
I've got a Spectrum GT but it's 1500km away and I've never had to adjust the neck relief so can't help with Allen Key size, sorry!
corsair- Senior Member
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