u/Nickronusz

Hey everyone, I’m trying to figure out what’s going on with a guitar tone I’m hearing and could use some input.

I’ve got a really noticeable ringing/extra tone on top of the main note. It’s not just sustain — it feels like there’s an additional “shimmer” or overtone sitting above what I’m playing.

I’m wondering if it’s:

•	Resonance (something in the guitar/bridge vibrating sympathetically)

•	Or harmonics (natural overtones coming through strongly)

I’m not totally sure how to tell the difference in practice.

Guitar/setup details:

•	Fender Jaguar American Original 60s

•	It’s been set up twice:

•	First with 9s — honestly a disaster (buzz, instability, etc.)

•	Now with 11–46

•	Bridge has been shimmed/“shored” using PTFE and some tubing to stabilize things

What I’m noticing:

•	Happens on certain notes more than others

•	Sounds like a higher pitch layered on top

•	Almost like something else is ringing / warbling

Would really appreciate any insight — I feel like I’m close to understanding what’s happening but not quite there.