taylor swift baby taylor - visable screws through fretboard: Is this normal?
1566460
The Baby Taylors have interchangeable necks, and since the Swift commemorative is a Baby, that is what the screws are for. And as far as the guitar being of poor quality, yeah right. You cannot go wrong with a Taylor, as these guitars are held up to the highest standards of quality. They use nice wood and even the small bodies produce rich, full, loud tones. Your daughter is lucky to be playing a Taylor.
1451981
The action could be high on any new guitar, especially when you buy it online. However this is not a defect, the action can always be adjusted with sanding paper and nut slot files. You can goto frets.com to get information on how to do this. The exception is when the guitar has a neck ANGLE problem, and only the pro can fix this, at a cost of about 600 $
1249402
It was shipped from Japan in a soft case- Martin brand. This is the finest "baby" model I have played-ever. Hard cases are abundant and will fit either the Taylor or Martin babies. If you travel and need to check the instrument with the airline, bus, etc. Then a hard case is a good investment. Otherwise, the Martin case is really a well padded gig bag with lots of storage.
54372
Technically they are round but the winding diameter is so small that when coupled with the coating that's applied they feel very smooth when played. I've used these going on 10 years now and recently discovered that Bob Taylor of Taylor guitar fame puts them on all his guitars. Ever played a Taylor? ...unbelievable instrument!
17926
Never had to....I just tuned it and started playing. In fact, I haven't changed any of the strings yet either....sorry I can't be much help.
360037
I'd say take it to a guitar shop. Won't be too expensive but sounds like something is loose inside our your string is to close to the Fret board
243788
I have only had the guitar for a couple months. So far, I am very pleased with it. Sounds nice for a small guitar and stays in tune. I read the review about the bridge breaking. I also read that if you take care of it you can alleviate a lot of the issues. I keep, it in the travel case when I am not playing it. Helps with the humidity issues. I know a couple guys who have had a Baby Taylor and were happy with it. To be honest, the only thing I have heard about the bridge breaking is one review online. I don't see that as a trend.
759571
no it appears to be fixed...it's pretty plush and a very sturdy case...better than any other other stock cases that came with my guitars..
913875
This is a treatment for the fretboard, not the strings. There are other solutions available for cleaning and lubricating your strings.
2136789
I agree that the hardware is not meant to accommodate nylon strings. My ovation plays really nice with steel strings! I like it a lot! I have a nylon string classical guitar. The tuners are different.
994347
If you notice on the back there are 4 screws, one for each of the tuning pegs. Try tightening them with a philips screwdriver and you will be ok!!! They (from the factory) keep them loose so as for the fingerboard not to be skewed. Don't forget though, that as a good rule is to go back and tune your instrument once in a while, because since it's a live one made of wood, it's sensitive to weather and moisture!!! Have fun playing!P.s. Alfred's method is great, the actual instrument is made in China, but it's perfect for beginners. Later on you can invest some more bucks for getting something descent!!! If you notice on the back there are 4 screws, one for each of the tuning pegs. Try tightening them with a philips screwdriver and you will be ok!!! They (from the factory) keep them loose so as for the fingerboard not to be skewed. Don't forget though, that as a good rule is to go back and tune your instrument once in a while, because since it's a live one made of wood, it's sensitive to weather and moisture!!! Have fun playing!P.s. Alfred's method is great, the actual instrument is made in China, but it's perfect for beginners. Later on you can invest some more bucks for getting... » Read More If you notice on the back there are 4 screws, one for each of the tuning pegs. Try tightening them with a philips screwdriver and you will be ok!!! They (from the factory) keep them loose so as for the fingerboard not to be skewed. Don't forget though, that as a good rule is to go back and tune your instrument once in a while, because since it's a live one made of wood, it's sensitive to weather and moisture!!! Have fun playing!P.s. Alfred's method is great, the actual instrument is made in China, but it's perfect for beginners. Later on you can invest some more bucks for getting something descent!!! « Show Less
1688158
they are finished on mine...fretboard has a light tint compared to the rest
922599
Not for me. The body developed a crack within a week of playing. I'm not using it anymore because the strings cannot be tuned with the fine tuners, they don't move, it's impossible.
1085760
Mine was pretty well set up. A week ago however, I noticed the High E, 3rd Fret was buzzing and not staying in tune. Took it to local guy and he adjusted the truss rod. All good now.
1252922
They do require screwing in a longer screw than what you probably already have on your Taylor, however, the longer screw is simply to accommodate the extra space that these will stick out from the guitar. I have two sets of these and would not use anything else. They allow you to leave one piece on your strap and simply clip on to the piece screwed into your guitar. If you stand when you play these are the only strap locks that I have found that effectively "lock'" on without any concern of the strap slipping off while playing. They look great too.
788294
No. it's not normal. I see what you are talking about but on my sons the ends of the screws are flat against the plastic so when I rub my fingers over them they do not poke out. I would return/exchange the one you have.
1011059
These tuners aren't like others I have put on. They aren't held in place by screws but rather by a couple of nubs that you have to drill out holes for. It wasn't hard though and I used the instructions at the following site to help me do it right.http://www.electric-guitar-info.com/guitar-tuners.htmlNot a difficult job to do but if you're not into hand tools and measuring then have a guitar technician or luthier shop do it for you. I will say though that they look fantastic on my new neck with no ugly screws like traditional tuners have.