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From miller98 on 10/9/2014 11:00:23 AM

can someone help me my 5th sting on my banjo got a buzz or a ring to it it is tuned but its still there anyone know why? please help

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	Tatersoup says: 10/9/2014 12:19:19 PM Check to make sure the fifth string is tucked behind and under the little pip that sticks up right behind the fret. That is my first best guess which I learned the hard way. Let us know!
	let.the.girl.play says: 10/13/2014 10:36:54 AM When this happens I fix it by putting a very small drop of Super glue in the pip slot (i.e., where the string runs through). You don't need any more glue than will fit on the head of a pin. In fact, I've found that dipping a straight pin in a drop of super glue and then applying the drop to the slot works best. Be sure to mask off the area around the pip so it doesn't get on the fingerboard. Hope this helps. Kim
maddogonbanjo says: 4/20/2015 6:48:15 PM Make sure your bridge slots are filed correctly, but most of the time when they are not it will sound thuddy. make sure your fifth string is not touching the fret in front, the fifth string should rest in the groove of the bone insert and be above the fret. Check your fret board with a straight edge. Check your frets going up the neck by noting the string at each fret to see if they all sound clear or if any are buzzing.
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