Major problem with Axis super sport

[6sp]

I have a left-handed Axis Super Sport (no Floyd Rose). For a very long time I had been using .9-.46's, but I eventually decided I needed some fatter tone, so I switched to .10-.52's. I liked how the bridge angled upward a little as a result of the string tension, and I never noticed any problems with the action or neck.

However I just switched them to .13-.56's and I am having a hell of a time. I tightened the truss rod as far as it can go in order to bring the action back to normal. But the other problem still remains: the bridge is slanted as far up as it can go. I tightened the springs as much as I can and it made absolutely no difference.

What should I do? Is the Axis Super Sport simply not a good candidate for such monstrous strings?

Any help is greatly appreciated... I treasure my whammy bar

-Justin

 

[ratter]

IMO 13-56 is too large to risk on a figured, unfinished neck. who knows, you may never have a problem, but the potential is sure there...

as for the trem situation, did you add any springs? if not, you might want to!

good luck !

 

[Jimi D]

Ratter`s got it pretty much covered, imho... You`ll need extra springs on the block if you want to go that heavy a gauge - probably all five! But I don`t think you`re gaining anything over 11s with 13s - even SRV switched to .011 gauge strings in the end! And it could well be argued that the tonal differences on the higher output Axis pups would be minimal, at best (these pickups are at least twice as powerful as the average Strat pup!), and the potential for really, really screwing up your hands is equal to or greater than the potential for screwing up your neck. I`ve had my fingers go down on me due to RSI when I was playing too much, too aggressively, with too much force, and I can tell you that you don`t want to go through that if you can avoid it - the recovery is long and painful and frustrating.

 

[Derek]

13-56 that is a heavy gauge. If you are tuning down then it makes sense, but for A-440 that is some major tension that may not be recommended. E-flat may make more sense.

Please consult our Tech Department for details on set up methods for that gauge. In addition to intonation you would have to cut the nut slots different as well. Please contact [email protected] or 866-823-2255 x126

Thanks

Derek

 

[Jape]

Wouldn't they also shim the neck rather then adjust the truss as well? (just wondering)

Jape