2 basses build. Help with bridges

I believe the Gibson replacement bridge is made by Hipshot (but don't take that as being Gospel). If so, they would probably do a black one for you if you contacted them directly.

The black 5 string is an ABM bridge, Hipshot make a similar (A style) bridge. Both are excellent (we use the Hipshot A style).

 

Well, the ABM is even more expensive....so....



A word of advice, it doesn't pay in the long run to skimp on stuff like hardware. A difference of $20-25 is not worth saving, get the good stuff, you'll thank me later!

 

Check out schaller 3-d4 and 3-d5 bridges ? I have 2 that are over 20 yrs old all original and allways stable.

4 string http://schaller-guitarparts.de/hp135061/3-D4.htm

5 string http://schaller-guitarparts.de/hp135111/3-D5.htm

I would have a look at those. They have serviced me very well are a rock solid retain adjustment and are very quality pieces.

 

I am a function over form guy and Schaller does offer bridge with similar build philosphy and different asthetics.