Semi-Acoustics & the input jack

Talk about guitars, amplifiers, effects and other gear
Post Reply
User avatar
VikingBlues
Posts: 4466
Joined: Sat Apr 03, 2010 7:44 pm

Semi-Acoustics & the input jack

Post by VikingBlues »

Hi guys,

Any hints and tips for tightening a jack socket on a semi-acoustic (other than getting a tech to do it!). :icon_whoknows:

Can't just twist it of course as the wiring might not take it. :yikes:

Need something I guess to grab things round inside the f-holes - but I'm struggling for ideas. :wall:
An improv a day keeps the demons at bay!
User avatar
vancouverois
Posts: 922
Joined: Tue Apr 06, 2010 5:55 pm

Re: Semi-Acoustics & the input jack

Post by vancouverois »

At the end of the video, there is a hint to get the jack well tight.

d-om_S7vZVk
Jan 15th 2007
User avatar
VikingBlues
Posts: 4466
Joined: Sat Apr 03, 2010 7:44 pm

Re: Semi-Acoustics & the input jack

Post by VikingBlues »

:thumbsup: Many thanks VC - needle nosed pliers it is! Hardware store look out - I'll be coming in tomorrow.
An improv a day keeps the demons at bay!
User avatar
VikingBlues
Posts: 4466
Joined: Sat Apr 03, 2010 7:44 pm

Re: Semi-Acoustics & the input jack

Post by VikingBlues »

That would appear to work. :thumbsup:

Certainly worth a go, and a bit cheaper than a 50 mile round trip plus a tech's fee.
An improv a day keeps the demons at bay!
User avatar
LzyBlue
Posts: 56
Joined: Sun Apr 04, 2010 1:37 pm

Re: Semi-Acoustics & the input jack

Post by LzyBlue »

:naughty: Using that adjustable wrench is SCARY !!! :wall:

But I like how he used the coat hanger to hold the plug. Never thought of that ! :oldie:
________________
The blues got a hold of me. I think I'm getting dizzy.
---- ZZ Top
User avatar
weelie
Posts: 228
Joined: Wed Apr 07, 2010 10:23 am

Re: Semi-Acoustics & the input jack

Post by weelie »

Good info in that vid. Thanks!

My Alleykat has the input jack at the end of body, Les Paul style. But my Epi dot has that traditional style on top (and I dig having it on top, easier when sitting down), but hasn't gone loose yet... if it would, I guess I'd super glue it... the input jack on my tele does give me hassle sometimes, though...
User avatar
ElMano
Posts: 566
Joined: Wed Jul 21, 2010 7:44 am

Re: Semi-Acoustics & the input jack

Post by ElMano »

I use two way,s to fasten the Jack.
1e: a snap ring pliers. It work the back way when you pinch the plier opens in stead of closing and had round ends!

2e: The simple way i use is a plastic wall plug with a screw in it Put the screw into the wall plug and twist it in a couple of rounds. Place the plug into the jack hole en use a smal plier to hold it en screw some more till the plug holds into the inner side and it will stay in place when you fasten it.
You can't bend the rule, Every man is some womans fool
User avatar
VikingBlues
Posts: 4466
Joined: Sat Apr 03, 2010 7:44 pm

Re: Semi-Acoustics & the input jack

Post by VikingBlues »

ElMano wrote:I use two way,s to fasten the Jack.
1e: a snap ring pliers. It work the back way when you pinch the plier opens in stead of closing and had round ends!

2e: The simple way i use is a plastic wall plug with a screw in it Put the screw into the wall plug and twist it in a couple of rounds. Place the plug into the jack hole en use a smal plier to hold it en screw some more till the plug holds into the inner side and it will stay in place when you fasten it.
THAT is an inventive and effective idea - nice one!!! :thumbsup:

Shame the local music shop (one of the good ones too!) came up with none of these possibilities!
An improv a day keeps the demons at bay!
Post Reply