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You have your answer, but it would be nice to know what type of bridge you are talking about? Such as a Tune-O-Matic, where you lower the bridge all-at-once with two thumbwheels, a wrapover intonated tailpiece which is rare, or individual saddles, where you would want to follow fretboard radius somewhat. Anyhow, greybeard's advice has you covered.

Loosening the strings, being cautious, and taking extra time, definitely makes it easier on you and the equipment. 8)

And of course, as already advised, bring it up a bit if you get buzz. Hopefully you are happy with your adjustment.]]> Guitar Repair and Maintenance Blue Jay https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/raising-lowering-bridge/#post-348894 https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/raising-lowering-bridge/#post-348888 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:25:52 +0000 Also how much can i lower it without getting buzz? All the way, until it starts buzzing, then back off little. Sorry, it sounds silly, but your current setup will, to a large degree, determine how far you can go and you will only find that out by doing it.]]> Guitar Repair and Maintenance greybeard https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/raising-lowering-bridge/#post-348888 https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/raising-lowering-bridge/#post-38611 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 07:42:02 +0000 Guitar Repair and Maintenance blacktooth https://guitarnoise.forum/guitar-repair-and-maintenance/raising-lowering-bridge/#post-38611