TaiChiTom
Active member
I recently bought a Martin baritone. On about 3 occasions the 1st string has pulled free of the bridge without throwing the bridge pin. Most recently the string became very slack and lifted the bridge pin. I can't tell if the inside of the bridge is worn enough to require repair. The pins are slotted plastic and this one appears a bit worn. I'm inserting the pin with the slotted surface facing the string. Each time this happens I try to tie a bigger knot at the bridge end of the string. One solution I've read is to rotate the pin 180 degrees so the slot is facing away from the string. I've also read that the string should catch under the bridge and that the pins don't play much of a role in securing the string in the bridge. Another simple solution is to replace the pins with new ones. I'm leaning that way and have read that ebony, bone and tusq improve tone and sustain. Though they would violate the original appearance of the Martin I think ebony pins would look great. Any helpful suggestions or insights?
Thanks,
Tom
Thanks,
Tom