When moving between frets I can hear the scrape of the slide along the string. More so on the bass string and not at all on the high string, it is most noticeable when amplified. I've tried lifting off entirely between frets but I get a ringing or buzz from the string vibrating against the slide as I lift it. I use a metal socket on my ring finger using my middle finger to dampen behind the slide. I try to use as light a pressure as I can. Is this normal, is it not enough pressure, is the type of slide?
I want to add I'm like a "how do I hold this thing" level of beginner here.
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slide rattle can depend on alot of things .. different people hold it at different angles and with different fingers .
even different slides .. if your angle is not flat across ,, you may get rattle on either end string ,, if by nature you cant break the habit of your finger / wrist angle .. try a tapered slide , like a bottle neck .. try it both ways too. taperd back and foward .
some folks also use their trail fingers to mute the strings behind the slide abit .. because you are bound to get some rattle no matter what .
also there is the "approach" to the string , i say "approach" because ; think of the slide as an airplane landing on the string at an angle, and approach the string as such ..this will reduce rattle .
a head on drop is more likely to produce rattle ,
the same with lift off .
bottom line , the more you play , the more you will find out what works best for you .
it will get better .
then again .. some folks let it rattle away and call it "character" ;-)
that works too.
I agree with pick. There are so many variances involve in the transfer of sound through the strings that you should try a wide range of technique, different slides, types of strings and adjust your electronics if that's what you're using.
yup many variances in what sound too .. he may be describing overtone .
in which case this may help .
http://www.cigarboxnation.com/forum/topics/this-is-strange?id=25926...
Some people call it "growl". And they practice and practice and practice and it is minimized. But then when you want it, it is elusive and will only coax out when everything is right.
I find some guitars highlight this scrap more than others and heavier gauge strings (and wound strings) scrape easier. Bottom line is you have to decide whether to practice different techniques to minimize the sound if you don't like it, or find a way to make it an acceptable incorporation into the music you are playing. This is all about where the player meets the guitar.
Thanks for all the replys, they have been very helpful for sure. I'll just train my ear to accept it as part of the charm of this particular guitar and work with it. :)
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