Badass 1 source?

[MPU]

I've tried to find a Badass 1 bridge with no luck so far. Anyone know where I could buy one?
Marko

 

[Gilmourisgod]

They havent been in production for a long time, so short of a random find on Ebay or Reverb, thats going to be tough to find. Why the BA I vs. BA II,or even the Omega?
Badass Bass Bridges - Everything You Need To Know

 

[MPU]

Because BA1 is the bridge I need. It's a lot smaller than those others, it has the right height and string spacing. I suppose I have to buy a used one if I just find one.

 

[Slidlow]

Used BA1s go for $$$ and if a NOS one shows up $$$$$. Don't know why as they only work on some OEMs (early Lado comes to mind) and custom builds.

 

[Gilmourisgod]

I just spent about 20 minutes searching while I drink my morning coffee, and found nothing. You might try the TB Classifieds posting a Wanted to Buy listing. You never know what somebody has in a drawer someplace, but ive literally never seen one in person. Given the sheer number and variety of bridges out there, its hard to imagine that there isnt something that would have the string height, spacing, and small footprint of a BA1 in its range of adjustment. I bought my original BA II in 1980, intending to retrofit my Ric because......Geddy. Luckily, i chickened out, and its still on my Warmoth Fretless Frankenjazz. Nice bridge, but there are far better ones available now.

 

[Gorn]

I had some kind of Spector bass that had one. It was cool looking.

 

[MPU]

I had some kind of Spector bass that had one. It was cool looking.

Well, that’s what I need one for. Very early Spector inspired build. If nothing shows up I have to go with option #2, which is Schaller 3d.

 

[Rôckhewer]

Hipshot's "Kickass"... is their answer to the Badass 1
It comes pretty close.

 

[MPU]

Hipshot's "Kickass"... is their answer to the Badass 1
It comes pretty close.View attachment 4123410

Wrong spacing, not high enough, way too big footprint. IMO closer to BA2.

 

[Gorn]

The badass 1 is pretty different from the 2. I think the 1 is meant for curved bass bodies whereas the 2 is flat underneath.

 

[HardNHeavy]

these ones?.. haven't seen them in awhile, this looks a lil beatup tho

Badass 1 Bridge Badass Bass 1 | Jaymi's Gear Locker | Reverb

 

[Kukulkan61]

If you need one for a Fender, this works great for me!

 

[MotorCityMinion]

The BaddAss 1 does not replace a Fender bridge. It's too tall and meant for a bass where the fret board is much higher above the body. It's nothing like a BaddAss 2 or the Omega's or the Hipshots.

 

[Slidlow]

The badass 1 is pretty different from the 2. I think the 1 is meant for curved bass bodies whereas the 2 is flat underneath.

They are flat underneath. The Badass 1 is for narrower spacing more like a Gibson with humbuckers. It does sit pretty tall and should be on a bass with either a neck very proud of the body or with the neck tilted back slightly (1-2 degrees). Early 80s Lado basses used them with humbucker pickups.

 

[Slidlow]

Well, that’s what I need one for. Very early Spector inspired build. If nothing shows up I have to go with option #2, which is Schaller 3d.

The first version Schaller 3D is a good alternative as you can set string spacing. Gibson used Schallers on several 80s version basses they produced (Victory basses).

 

[MPU]

The first version Schaller 3D is a good alternative as you can set string spacing. Gibson used Schallers and several 80s version basses they produced (Victory basses).

I've used a few Schaller 3d's. I like them a lot. I can make an aluminium bridge block for more height as well as for solid mounting.

 

[/\/\3phist0]

I had one! Sadly about 3 years ago
Leo Quan Badass Model I bass bridge | Gordo's Bass Parts Shack | Reverb

 

[Blackjac97]

Does a Badass 1 fit in Spector/Kramer NS-2 bridge route? Is that why you are looking for one?

 

[MPU]

Does a Badass 1 fit in Spector/Kramer NS-2 bridge route? Is that why you are looking for one?

No idea about the fit. I'm looking for Badass 1 for my next build.

 

[MNAirHead]

I have one PM me...