Bridge Choice

VRDutch · #1 05-01-2011, 04:05 PM

Hey all.
I'm changing the bridge on an old 5 string.
I have two bridges to choose from. I was wondering if anyone here has any experience with either one of these. You know the usual...pros, cons etc.
1: Kahler hybrid
2: Hipshot A Style (brass version)
Any insight would be great
Thanks all

FunkMetalBass · #2 05-01-2011, 05:30 PM

All of my searches for the Kahler hybrid came up with a trem bridge. Do you need this option? If so, then that's clearly the easiest deciding factor.

Kahler generally has a bit more string-spacing leeway than the Hipshots do, but you can order the Hipshot in your preferred spacing to offset this. The Kahler might be a little lighter, but Hipshot offers aluminum versions of the A-style bridge for weight reduction.

Both companies have a stellar reputation for offering rock-solid products. You can't go wrong with either. What are you looking for in a bridge?

VRDutch · #3 05-01-2011, 07:03 PM

The Kahler is model 7450. It is a fixed bridge. What interested me is It has multiple string spacing adjustments.
I'm just looking for a good quality and good sound characteristics Oh an an easy installation. Isn't that what all want haha

Zooberwerx · #4 05-01-2011, 07:47 PM

Hipshot. Not cheap but readily available, easy to install, variable string spacing, and the best technical support in town. A fellow TBer has another thread addressing ABM bridges which are similar in terms of features and quality. He's apparently been finding them for next-to-nothing on E-bay.

Riis

FunkMetalBass · #5 05-02-2011, 01:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VRDutch

The Kahler is model 7450. It is a fixed bridge. What interested me is It has multiple string spacing adjustments.
I'm just looking for a good quality and good sound characteristics Oh an an easy installation. Isn't that what all want haha

My previous post points still stand. I don't think you'll notice a tonal difference, and both will be as easy to install.

VRDutch · #6 05-02-2011, 03:56 PM

Hey everyone.
Thanks for all your help.

VRDutch · #7 05-02-2011, 03:59 PM

Thanks for you help guys. I'm gonna pick one of them up this week and install this weekend.

darkstorm · #8 05-02-2011, 04:31 PM

Id go with the kahler. I tried one of the hipshot a brass bridges and was dissapointed in it. Was only 3 hole instead of 5 for bridge mounting screws, and tone wasnt as good as the previous all brass bridges Ive owned. (BC Rich nj, warwick germany, spector classic, traben array). Just seems a bit harsh in comparrison to those for the little sound tweak to me.

BigOldHarry · #9 05-02-2011, 04:33 PM

I've been very happy with the Hipshot A bridges i've used. VERY happy.