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My favorite bridge so far is this one-piece.
I used to have some Warwicks and Alembics with two-piece bridges. I only had a couple of problems with them.
The first problem was that the G string would often dig into the bridge's hardware after passing the saddle on its way to the tailpiece. It seems that both companies have cut out the bridges in these spots so it doesn't seem to be an issue anymore.
The second problem was only with the Warwick tailpiece. The opening to accept the end of the B string on the tailpiece was too narrow. It seemed that all the slots were the same size and no matter what I tried, even a .120, the B would not fit.
Also the wood behind the counter-sunk tailpiece (towards the butt) prevented the B string's ball end from being seated correctly. At the time no one in Lawrence, KS even bothered to stock 5-string sets so it was frustrating until I found some reasonable deals online.
Right now I'm using a regular non-taper .128 and it adjusts and plays fine. With taper- or expose-cores I have to hike up the saddles so far it makes correctly adjusting intonation nearly impossible.
I am diggin' the two-piece on that Jerzy and lyle, that's the nicest Kubicki I've ever seen!
My favorite bridge so far is this one-piece.
I used to have some Warwicks and Alembics with two-piece bridges. I only had a couple of problems with them.
The first problem was that the G string would often dig into the bridge's hardware after passing the saddle on its way to the tailpiece. It seems that both companies have cut out the bridges in these spots so it doesn't seem to be an issue anymore.
The second problem was only with the Warwick tailpiece. The opening to accept the end of the B string on the tailpiece was too narrow. It seemed that all the slots were the same size and no matter what I tried, even a .120, the B would not fit.
Also the wood behind the counter-sunk tailpiece (towards the butt) prevented the B string's ball end from being seated correctly. At the time no one in Lawrence, KS even bothered to stock 5-string sets so it was frustrating until I found some reasonable deals online.
Right now I'm using a regular non-taper .128 and it adjusts and plays fine. With taper- or expose-cores I have to hike up the saddles so far it makes correctly adjusting intonation nearly impossible.
I am diggin' the two-piece on that Jerzy and lyle, that's the nicest Kubicki I've ever seen!
I love the two piece style a la Alembic, Warwick, ETS or ABM/ETS/Status (older) headless.
Second are monorail type bridges, incl headless ABM/Status etc.
Next are the nice quality one piece designs like the Hipshot A, Gotoh 206, Schaller etc.
The one's I really don't like are the flimsy bent base vintage type and other designs where the saddles all share a common track so setting intonation is a bitch, eg my Steinie.
Second are monorail type bridges, incl headless ABM/Status etc.
Next are the nice quality one piece designs like the Hipshot A, Gotoh 206, Schaller etc.
The one's I really don't like are the flimsy bent base vintage type and other designs where the saddles all share a common track so setting intonation is a bitch, eg my Steinie.
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Bernie Connors said:
http://www.ets-hardware.com/
the transmission bridges are for tech nerds like me lol.
Just look at how the intonation setting is done
Peace,
JP
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Achim@ets said:
haha Achim!!!!
you didn't show this one before lol!
Thans again on the terrific job
Peace,
JP
That bridge (and its placement on the body) were big reasons why I sold the NS-2 I owned over a decade ago.Filakovsky said:
As noted, I love the looks of 2-piece bridges. And their functionality. But I have nothing against other bridge types.
Aside from 6-way adjustment, the most important feature for me is quick string release. I hate having to thread the entire string thru a teeny weeny hole... especially when it comes to *removing* the string, because the ends are curled up from the tuning posts.
Aside from 6-way adjustment, the most important feature for me is quick string release. I hate having to thread the entire string thru a teeny weeny hole... especially when it comes to *removing* the string, because the ends are curled up from the tuning posts.
bikeplate said:
Sure, and it works great with a taper string. I prefer a bridge that allows me the option of using either type of string.
Actually, AFAIK one is an AlembicPilbaraBass said:Translated: I LOVE two piece bridges [on my Warwicks]. I have two basses [Warwicks] with them and want more [Warwicks].
As for me, one piece or two piece. I like them both. But only in quick/top-load flavour. I hate it when you have to pull the entire string through a hole...especially the twisted end, which just loves to scratch into the body.
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Biggest characteristic on any bridge is that it be top-loading as opposed to strung through (imperative when your thick strings are .200 or thicker).
Of the types listed on your poll I prefer mono rails of any sort because they allow for a straight string relationship from ball end to tuning machine.
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Of the types listed on your poll I prefer mono rails of any sort because they allow for a straight string relationship from ball end to tuning machine.
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I like Badass II bridges on my J type basses - mainly for their build quality, solidity and the immovable saddles. Adjustment is a cinch on these. I've never felt a desire for spacing adjustment as I make sure I get this right when I cut the saddle slots. I suppose you could change it for the price of a new set of saddles, though.
My Status has monorail type bridges for each string. This also seems a very soundly engineered arrangement. Never had to adjust it yet though, as the bass was set up so well when I received it.
My Status has monorail type bridges for each string. This also seems a very soundly engineered arrangement. Never had to adjust it yet though, as the bass was set up so well when I received it.
I think I usually like two-piece bridges, but then, most of my basses are semi-hollow. On a solidbody I think I prefer a nice, solid one-piece, like a Badass II.
*claps hands wildly*Filakovsky said:
Thank you. They make me want to pull my hair out... in my opinion, they're the least practical bridges I could possibly imagine. I once heard someone talkin' up the bridge on his new Spector, and I am absolutely positive that he had never taken the strings off to adjust it. My 1987 Neptune, NJ NS was a killer bass, and I would've been converted from my love for Warwicks to a love for Spectors, but that bridge was a deal-breaker.
In other words, +1.
I voted for 2-piece. I loved the bridges on all 8 Warwicks I've owned. Not a huge fan of the monorail kind, though they're practical for basses with more than 5 or 6 strings, since the options for 1-piece bridges are very few when dealing with ERBs.
Jake
