[Jonny88]

Hi, can anybody help me fix my string buzz, I'm not entirely sure what is causing the problem. The guitar is brand new and a vintage V100 (Les Paul style) First noticed buzz playing the 6th string and I believe its hitting the first 3 frets, as its very close to them, and they look scratched. Buzz seems to reduce as you play down the fretboard, disappearing somewhere around the 12th fret. I have tried raising the action, as I thought that was the problem, but even with the strings set as high as they will go I still get buzz on the 6th string, bringing the action back down to where it was I've managed to introduce buzz to the 4th string too... Any ideas? I was thinking it might want some new strings perhaps? or maybe some heavier ones? I've found it I play it really lightly then it doesn't buzz, but surely I shouldn't have to play like that?
Oh, just to add, the distance between the string and the first fret is much smaller than it is at the 12th when the string is open, don't know if thats normal or not?

Any help would be appreciated

[allthumbs]

Could need new strings. See if it is the bridge or nut by damping the bridge or string behind the nut when you pluck that string. The nut slots may be filed too deeply. Check that too.

[Jonny88]

I have tried damping both the nut (just before and just behind) and the bridge. I'm guessing it has to be a fret. Would heavier strings help?

[bugly]

Originally Posted by Jonny88

I have tried damping both the nut (just before and just behind) and the bridge. I'm guessing it has to be a fret. Would heavier strings help?

Dont think it would think it would help you a heavier guage sixth string will increase your buzz most likely. If as you say the buzz is at the third fret of the neck you should check the nut - is it cut too deep? if so try building it up a little using a thick (gel) super glue.