Single-string bridges/Neck dive correction

[rx2enemy]

Anyone use single-string bridges? Seems like they might cause neck-dive with a heavy wood neck since they would be much lighter than a single piece bridge. As far as neck dive, would it be feasible to have a lead weight mounted in the body cavity to correct neck dive? Need testimony before spending $.

[LaklandBass]

Well from what I recall it shouldnt make a difference. Those single string bridge pieces are usually very heavy duty... all youre missing is a little bit of metal between each string piece but the seem to be of bigger construction than a regular bridge so Id say hat it balances out.
As far as adding a weight you could absolutely do it but I personally have seen more success with moving the rear strap knob to correct for neck dive.

[T-Bird]

Hi.

You're kidding us right?

Because of the weight distribution, every (headed) bass dives to an extent if the strap is frictionless. But it ain't, and the strap pin locations additionally help to balance things.

POS monorails are just as heavy/light as similar POS mono-block constructed ones since the material is the same.

A pouch with lead pellets on the rear strap pin is way more effective than anything You can hide in the control cavity.

Regards
Sam

[5string5fingers]

Lol look at an Ibanez BTB. those definitely don't look like they have a problem with neck dive.

[ehque]

People here seem to report great success from using lightweight tuners to counter neck dive.

[Jon_West]

Originally Posted by ehque

People here seem to report great success from using lightweight tuners to counter neck dive.

OR the head's up strap (or something similar) for a cheaper alternative.