bridge issues

  1. C

    Advice needed: Bridge rattle on Sire bass

    On my Sire V7 Vintage 2nd generation bass, I am noticing a weird rattling, buzzing sound whenever I play loud on the D and G strings. The rattle is most noticeable when slapping/popping these strings. It doesn't sound like a fret buzz, instead it sounds like a screw is loose or something and...
  2. MesSihr

    Bass Bridge Mounting Plate?

    Hey all, A buddy of mine bought a Hipshot A style bridge for his beat up 80s Iron Bird, but he noticed the screw holes don't line up. I know we can fill them but I am reticent to suggest that in case he ever wanted to sell it to a collector. Do they make, or has anyone made a bridge mounting...
  3. F

    String buzz on bridge saddle

    I just bought a Lakland Skyline HB30 (short scale) - and it's a beautiful bass, EXCEPT: there is considerable string "buzz" against the saddles. I'm 100% positive that it is coming from the bridge - because I took the whole bass apart (pickups, jack, guard), and I even added some padding to keep...