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Old 07-17-2018, 08:00 AM   #22
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That bridge saddle is a typical compensated saddle; the B string needs the extra length because you are going from a wound string to a plain string. All of my acoustic guitars have had that, from beginner models to high end hand made instruments.

I suggest you take an approach combining several of the answers you've received so far.

First, change the strings (or at least the B and high E) to a mellower, coated set of strings one gauge heavier than the rest of the string set.

Second, tune the B string a bit flat. You'll need to vary how flat according to the exact chords you're playing in a song, but you'll probably find that you almost always want it at least a hair flat.

Last, work on your right hand picking attack so that you hit the B and high E strings slightly softer than the rest of the strings. This takes a bit of concentration at first, but is easier to do than it seems like it would be.

After a week or two with these three, you should have tamed your B string. If not, take the guitar to a competent tech and have them look it over to make sure there are no issues with your guitar.
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