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Post by yakkmeister on May 23, 2012 4:27:13 GMT -5
Hey!
Even though I am pretty much talking to the same people about the same bass ... I think this warrants a new thread.
I figured that, while changing pickups and doing some wiring up of the thingies that do that stuff with all the jiggers ... I may as well replace the bridge with something a little less cheap-and-nasty (even though it's refused to die ... *stabs bridge* ... yep, still refusing to die). I noticed that the Hipshot A and B bridges can be had with Ghost saddles. That seemed cool.
Only I have 15.5mm string spacing (.610 inches) and the smallest the Hipshots come in is 17mm (.669). This spacing will totally bork the neck up - it's just too wide for it (neck is 57.3mm at the 12th fret).
So; since this cheap bridge seems to be an immortal highlander, I may have to keep it.
Having said that - does anyone know of a quality bass bridge that will do 15.5mm and string-through (bass is currently *not* string through, but I am considering drilling it)? Even better if it has a piezo system.
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Post by cynical1 on May 23, 2012 6:52:29 GMT -5
Wait for it... I've flogged these before, and I'm going to flog it again. IMHO this is the best bass bridge out there:  The Schaller 3D-5 Roller Bass Bridge.  It's not going to get you down to 62mm (15.5mm) at the bridge, but it will get you down to 65mm (16.25mm) Your other option is to try and scare up a Leo Quan BADASS Bass V Bridge  While I always felt these things were over rated, it will allow you to cut your string grooves to fit on the saddles. It will also be an improvement over what you have. The downside of these things is that you'll need a good set of files to cut the nut, and if you shank it you're screwed. And I have no idea what price and availability is like down there. Less then a carton of cigarettes...but probably not by much... Happy Trails Cynical One |
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Post by yakkmeister on May 23, 2012 12:20:03 GMT -5
Cynical1: Yeah, I have always liked those Schaller bridges. I had no idea they were adjustable like that - could be just the ticket! 3mm overall isn't a big change. Thanks for the heads up on that  There are a few places that I can look at for this too - I expect it's going to cost me in the region of $100-150. But whatever |
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Post by cynical1 on May 23, 2012 13:05:17 GMT -5
In the US they show up on eBay for around $50.00-$75.00 all the time. Not sure about down there.
One of the people I work with bought the 5 string bridge, but never put it on. He may want to sell it for what he paid for it. I know USPS shipping the Australia runs around $13.50 US, so let me know and I'll ask him if your interested.
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Post by sbgodofmetal on May 23, 2012 17:21:34 GMT -5
C1 and the schaller return!!! ;D I really liker the 6 string guitar version of this bridge especially since you can do string through body or bridge mounted....  |
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Post by yakkmeister on May 24, 2012 0:03:58 GMT -5
What's your take on this Schaller bridge?
Specs say it will get down to 60.5mm ...
Still looking for a supplier but the ones that I have found are selling the 4-string version for $120-150. We have the worst access to parts and instruments here in Oz.
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Post by cynical1 on May 24, 2012 6:53:49 GMT -5
Was there supposed to be a picture here? My eyes are going, but they haven't left yet...I didn't think...
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Post by andy on May 24, 2012 10:44:15 GMT -5
Well, if it is any help I have actually found that I prefer the sound of a lighter gauge bridge, on both guitar and bass. Less individual/moving parts is usually an improvement (3 saddles instead of 6 on a Tele, bar bridge instead of tune-o-matic) but I find that a heavier bridge is a move in the wrong direction for me. It might be that the heavier hardware is more controlled, more modern, but has less 'character'.
Totally subjective and subject to the influence of many other factors on the instrument, but that has been my experience so far.
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Post by yakkmeister on May 24, 2012 20:22:36 GMT -5
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Post by cynical1 on May 24, 2012 20:37:26 GMT -5
That one would certainly do the trick.
And while I agree with our friend across the pond, in that an enormous hunk of brass is far from idea on a bass, I would argue against going too light. The right amount of mass will provide a good anchor, improve the transfer of string vibration to the body which will improve sustain and help thicken the tone.
Granted, these are all subjective terms, but bass players probably understand where I'm coming from.
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Post by yakkmeister on May 25, 2012 4:11:03 GMT -5
Agreed. I don't think these bridges will be anything close to 'too heavy.' Besides, if it's too much, I can use it for a different bass |
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Post by andy on May 25, 2012 5:23:33 GMT -5
I may not have worded that very well- by 'lighter' I was referring only to a standard 'vintage type' bridge. I have had the normal ones and chunky ones, but found, contrary to my expectations, that the un-enhanced versions suited me better. I wouldn't suggest going any lighter than a bog standard cheap bridge on bass or guitar, although I did end up with less metal over more. Perhaps tin foil could be the new sand cast steel? |
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Post by yakkmeister on May 25, 2012 8:14:56 GMT -5
I lol'd - nice one!
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Post by cynical1 on May 25, 2012 8:16:58 GMT -5
Perhaps tin foil could be the new sand cast steel? The Chinese already beat you to that one. HTC1 |
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