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H8067 Flat Iron Style Mandolin Kit
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String Height
Measurements are taken at the following loca-
tions along the first and eight strings.
• 1st fret
• 12th fret
To check the string height at the first fret:
1.
Measure the string height at the first fret. The
first string measurement should be
1
/64", the
8th string should be
1
/64"-
1
/32".
— If the string heights are correct (Figure
31), measure the string heights at the 12th
fret.
— If the string heights are incorrect at the 1st
fret, this is an indication that the string nut
grooves must either be deeper or shal
-
lower.
Figure 30. String height measurement.
Fret
Fretboard
String Height
Correct string height is crucial to prevent fret buzz
and maximize playability. The string height is
measured from the top face of the fret to the bot
-
tom of the string (Figure 30).
String
Components and Hardware Needed: Qty
Mandolin Body ...................................................
1
Strings ...............................................................
8
Bridge ................................................................
1
To install the mandolin strings:
1. Bend the looped end of the strings and
place them over the hooks on the tailpiece
as shown in Figure
29. Work from the thin-
nest string (E string-treble) to the thickest (G
string-bass).
Tip: Try bending the loops over the end of a
sharpened pencil. You will have more control
than with your fingers.
Figure 29. String placement.
2. Route the strings through the tailpiece, over
the bridge, and into the inside of the tuning
posts.
Note: Allow enough string slack for 2-3 com-
plete winds around the tuning peg.
3. Turn the knobs to tighten the strings.
Winding Strings