Best quality bridge

G-force · #1 03-01-2011, 12:23 PM

HI, I am looking for bridge blanks. What is the best bridge out there and how do I get one ?

I´m not interested in an adj. bridge at this point.

Aubert? Despiau?

Any thoughts?

Thanks

Glenn

CrazyZeke · #2 03-02-2011, 08:11 AM

I'm interested in hearing from the knowledgebale TB luthiers about this also.

Waltjie · #3 03-02-2011, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by CrazyZeke

I'm interested in hearing from the knowledgebale TB luthiers about this also.

Not to mention the snobs...

PaulCannon · #4 03-02-2011, 11:17 AM

I'm not sure, but I think Robertson's typically use Despiau grade C ("one tree") French-style bridges.

I haven't yet, but I want to find a grade A ("three tree") Despiau for my Toenniges. My Laborie came with two bridges, both Belgian style. The extra had a much finer, even grain compared to the first. When I switched them out, the sound immediately gained the depth and volume I was looking for.

I'm not sure the brand matters so much as the quality of the wood.

G-force · #5 03-02-2011, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by PaulCannon

I'm not sure, but I think Robertson's typically use Despiau grade C ("one tree") French-style bridges.

I haven't yet, but I want to find a grade A ("three tree") Despiau for my Toenniges. My Laborie came with two bridges, both Belgian style. The extra had a much finer, even grain compared to the first. When I switched them out, the sound immediately gained the depth and volume I was looking for.

I'm not sure the brand matters so much as the quality of the wood.

Sounds good. I have a Patrick Charton bass and want to get another bridge for it.
Thanks for the help.