El Gringo
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Okay... big update!
The problem has been resolved! It turns out that the issue was coming from the saddle screw of the D string. Although the screw was seated properly and there was complete string attention pushing down on the saddle, the pointed tip was somehow worn down. Causing it to buzz and rattle within the hole that it sits. I ordered an extra saddle screw, aged it, and installed it today. All is right in the world. Nothing quite like a guitar with fresh strings and a perfect set up :dude:
Before I go I would like to quickly touch upon something @El Gringo mentioned regarding the loctite/nail polish. Yes… It is a huge pain in the ass to remove. I would not recommend using any sort of permanent or semi permanent adhesive to try to eliminate rattling or buzz. I spent the better part of two hours scraping off nail polish from my bridge. And of course you will have to adjust the bridge again at some point, at which time you will pay the price for your quick fix.
Thanks to anyone who offered advice and best of luck for anyone else facing a similar issue!
Super glad all is well and you were able to resolve the issue . A little screw like that causing all that trouble . Lesson learned for me about the screws on the ABR-1 bridge . Thanks for the update and have fun rocking . Also I think if I was having such a to do with an ABR- 1 bridge I would replace it in a heartbeat ,with the exception if it was a vintage instrument .