That means the string could be fretted and played rather aggressively at the first fret and still not buzz because there's so much space for the string to vibrate. Fret #2 is so low that it actually increases the space between itself and the bottom of the guitar string. Remember how the string doesn't actually buzz against the low frets? We should be able to see clearly as to why. In extreme cases, there will be no gap at all (they're touching) between Fret #2 and the guitar string, and the result is a dead fret. That means the guitar string will rattle/buzz against Fret #2 every time the guitar is fretted and played at Fret #1. Fret #2 is taller than Fret #1, which results in there not being enough space between the top of Fret #2 and the bottom of the guitar string. Because a guitar string vibrates when plucked, there needs to be enough space between itself and the fret to allow for that vibration to occur without the two coming in to contact with each other. The frets are exactly the same height off the fretboard, which results in there being a space between the top of Fret #2 and the bottom of the guitar string. The guitar string is being fretted at the first fret (by an invisible finger). The string does not buzz against the low frets. It's the tall frets that are the problem because the string comes in to contact with them and it results in fret buzz. When the frets are not level with each other, that means some of the frets are shorter and some of the frets are taller. There is an exception to this rule (upper fret 'fall-away'), but we won't be getting in to that here. The frets are supposed to be level with each other (they should all be the same height). CAUSE #1 - Frets Are Not Level With Each Other If the player attacks the string too aggressively on a perfectly fine guitar, fret buzz will still occur. Note: Technique is not listed as a cause of fret buzz, but it is worth mentioning because, at a certain point, the cause of fret buzz is the player and not the guitar. Neck does not have enough 'relief' (neck is too straight, or bowing backwards).

Frets are not level with each other (some are taller, some are shorter).

There are three common causes of fret buzz:

Let's define 'fret buzz.' Fret buzz is the annoying sound caused by a guitar string rattling/buzzing against a fret wire when the guitar string is being plucked or played. This is just an overview and not an in-depth tutorial. Let's take a look at some common causes of fret buzz and the appropriate ways to address each one. but, some (or all) of your strings are buzzing against the frets and it's driving you nuts.

So, you've got a guitar you love and it looks, feels, and sounds great.

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