How far apart should mandolin strings be?

How far apart should mandolin strings be?

Each pair should be 2-4 mm apart (measured from the centre of the strings), the larger strings slightly more, the finer slightly less. The pairs should then be evenly spaced across the saddle, as space allows, perhaps 7-9mm apart.

What is bridge string spacing?

The distance between the strings of a guitar, bass, or other stringed instrument, usually specified as measured at the bridge, though the strings are also obviously spaced apart at the nut as well.

Should a mandolin bridge be straight?

Align the bridge straight across so that its top is at right angles to the length of the strings and centered between the f holes. DO NOT ever attempt to move the bridge under full tension. You will scar up the top of the mandolin with ugly scratches.

How do you use the string spacing rule?

Easy to use. Mark the two outer string positions onto the nut. Slide the rule over the nut to find a set of slots that matches your two marks. Now just scribe or pencil the string positions onto the nut! No measuring, dividing or calculating — the rule does the math for you.

Do guitars have different string spacing?

String spacing will vary depending on where it is measured on the guitar. On electric guitars, it is usually measured at either the guitar’s nut or bridge.

How do I know if my mandolin action is too high?

If the action is set too high, the instrument becomes too hard to play. If the mandolin feels too stiff to play, lower the bridge. If the strings buzz, raise the bridge. A poorly setup instrument is miserable to play.

How do you calculate bridge string spacing?

The easy way to get this is take your total string spacing and divide it by one less than the amount of strings you have. So if you are measuring a 4-string bass, you would divide by 3. our bridge is a 4-string, with a 57mm total spacing, so our string-to-string spacing is 57mm/3, or about 19mm.

What is standard string spacing?

They typically go between 1 11/16” to 1 3/4”, but some go to 1 7/8” and 1 23/32”. Even though the differences between these nut widths are incredibly small, your hands can still feel it. It’s important to keep in mind that there’s no set pairing of nut width and string spacing.