Hi everyone! I just picked up a used cutter and some of the strings are broken on a couple of frames. Do I neeed a special tool to loosen the bolts on the frame so I can replace strings?
updated by @greg-gould: 03/14/16 04:50:36PM
Hi everyone! I just picked up a used cutter and some of the strings are broken on a couple of frames. Do I neeed a special tool to loosen the bolts on the frame so I can replace strings?
Greg:
Can you post a photo (or photos) of what the attachment point looks like? You almost certainly need a tool of some kind but hopefully it's not a special tool.
Here's some pictures. Thank you.
Also would you mind giving other advice?
What width strings should i use?
Can you recommend ganache frames? Whats the highest I would want to go? Are acetate sheets preferable to silicone mats? I will be making two layer ganaches. I also make pate de fruit.
Im thinking of buying the cart built for the cutter but its $300. What I like is I have no room for the cutter and i can store my 5 frames underneath perfectly. Any reason to get something else?
Bump.
Greg -
You should try to replace the strings with ones of the same diameter. If you are uncertain what that is, contact the manufacturer or a reseller here in the US, who would also have the tools.
Some people I know put their guitars on a half-size (short) bun rack (speed-rack). They can found for $60-$120 through online stores. They can also cost $300+ but a search should reveal a good price.
You can try a silicone mat to see if you like it. Most people I know use acetate as you'll get a smoother surface.
Greg - you want 8 guage stainless wire - aka 0.05mm (some people are using 13 guage as well) - attaching a discussion here.
https://forums.egullet.org/topic/61605-guitar-cutter-sourcing-using-maintaining/?page=1
Are the bolts the same on both ends of the wires?
Clay is right - if you can find a half size speed rack or a stainless table with speed rack shelving under it - it will make a fine holder for your guitar.
I use guitar sheets which are flexible plastic instead of acetate or silicone.
Kerry,
Will you share your source for the flexible plastic guitar sheets?