String Through Body and Bridge Question

[dragoon419]

I have a question to all of you folks with body through string and though bridge option. I've see some pictures on the HipShot web site of bridges that have the E and A string strung through the body and the D and G string strung through the bridge.

(Here's the site)
http://www.hipshotproducts.com/cart....t_detail&p=259

I was wondering: is it actually a safe way to string your bass? Or if it put the strings off balance due to the additional tension from the body through strings.

Thanks for any responses.

[Flintlock]

I think thats designed to just show you how both versions look, I don't think you're supposed to use it like that.

[Rodent]

if the bridge is properly fixed to the instrument body, there is absolutely no reason that this would cause any physical problem.

all the best,

R