In today's video I see if top wrapping strings on a Les Paul is actually worth the effort.
Many guitarists swear that top wrapping is the only way to go with a Gibson-style guitar, there the obvious plus and minus by doing this, from string tension to added sustain to break angle issues. In this video, I decide which is best with the added bonus of trying out the Lightning Guitars Stop Bar solution where you can all the benefits of both through and top wrapping.
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Here is what Lightning Guitars say about their Lightning Stop Bar.
The new stop-tailpiece is designed to be fitted tight to the body of the guitar which means more sustain. The reduced break angle gives a lighter feel for easier bends with less stress on the saddles leading to fewer string breakages. The benefits of top wrapping, without top wrapping.
Shoutout to Larry North for attracting my attention to the Lightning Stop Bar.
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