What is a ZR tremolo?

The Ibanez ZR (Zero Resistance) Tremolo is a double locking tremolo system developed by Ibanez. The ball-bearing and global tuner features of the ZR tremolos are manufactured under license to American Inventor and recording artist, Geoffrey Lee McCabe—see U.S. Patent Nos.

What is the Zero Point System Ibanez?

The zero point is the position at which the tension exerted by the instrument’s strings is balanced by the tension of the tremolo springs with no pressure on the tremolo arm and the strings in tune.

What is Edge Zero tremolo?

The Edge Zero is a double locking tremolo system developed for Ibanez which is installed on a number of Ibanez models. It was introduced to the market in 2008. It is produced in China.

Is ZR tremolo good?

The ZR tremolo is great. It’s hard to get that flutter sound with it though, but you just have to adjust your technique to get there. Tip the guitar vertically and slap the whammy, and you’ll get a nice flutter sound.

How do I adjust the Ibanez tremolo bridge?

The tremolo arm action can be adjusted by using a 2.0mm Allen wrench on the screw (B) of the tremolo block. To adjust the entire tremolo unit up or down, use an Allen wrench to turn the stud bolt (E) located at the left and right of the tremolo unit. (This cannot be adjusted for each individual string.)

Why is my floyd rose so high?

If your Floyd Rose is sitting really high, it means the tension from the strings is too much for the springs in the back. Add more springs to the back cavity or adjust the back screws to balance the tension.

How does Ibanez measure neck relief?

Relief is measured by placing a capo at the first fret, pressing down on the string at the last fret with your left hand (or right hand if you’re left-handed) and then measuring the gap between the bottom of the high E string and the top of the fret (not the fingerboard).

How do you raise action on Ibanez?

To raise or lower the string action, insert the correct Allen wrench into the screw (A) at the saddle. To raise the saddle turn the wrench clockwise and to lower the saddle turn the wrench counter clockwise.