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I’m not sure questioning the OP’s reasoning is really the point here, y’all. Better to be helpful than critical.
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Replacing Sadowsky Bridge 20mm with 19mm alternative
- Thread starter leroy diamond
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I am not aware of a bridge that has the same hole pattern as the Sadowsky. You could consider installing a Hipshot A Style bridge. You would probably have to drill at least two new holes but they would be covered up by any bridge you install afterwards. You might actually decide to keep the Hipshot. It's a very good bridge.
I am well used of the bridge I have. I have been using the bass for 8 years. I have developed psoriasis on my hands and my right hand tightens up after an hour of playing. The 1mm could help in this regard. As I say, Roger offers 19mm and 20mm spacing for those who find that such a difference is not negligible, such as many who have posted on this thread
Sometimes just thaaaaaat much, can make all the difference.
Great suggestion! will go with this for now. Many thanks
Just because your playing hasn't reached a level of precision or refinement to the extent that you can notice or feel the difference between 19mm and 20mm spacing, doesn't mean no one else's has.
Or, if the supposition is that you're just so talented that a 1mm difference in string spacing doesn't have an impact (perceived or otherwise) on your playing, then I guess we all should strive to achieve your plane of virtuosity.
200 for a bridge? I guess they sprinkle a bit of Will Lee and Tal Wilkenfeld magic on it.
The wider spaced stock bridge on my Fender/Squier Classic Vibe Precision added up to 1/8" wider string spread in total than normal (right at the bridge side of the split pickup where I typically pluck). I could certainly play it, but did feel a difference between it and my other P-Basses that I didn't really care for. I replaced the stock bridge with a Gotoh 201 and now it feels, plays and sounds noticeably better than before.
WOW!!! As mentioned above, there must be some real mojo there to charge so much.
I have basses and guitars with very different string spacings/nut widths/neck profiles, yadda yadda. I can, and do, adapt to every one of them easily, not to mention all the different scale lengths, too; one instrument is a multiscale one, so there's that all by itself. Oh yeah, there's round wound, flat wound, nylon string, fretless, fretted, 4 string, 5 string, and 12 string stuff to deal with, also). I guess you do need to strive for my plane of virtuosity.
YMMV, and all that, of course.
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Why do you even care enough to comment? If you think OP's need for a narrower bridge is unfounded, move along and go bug somebody else.
I can't play any bass narrower than 19mm on a 5 string. You hand me an 18mm 5 string and my plucking fingers will be banging into each other. And my muscle memory with a pick would have me missing strings for sure.
If it didn't make a difference, why would there be so many kinds with different spacings?
(I don't need you to answer. The answer is that it does make a difference.
)Best of luck with your hunt, OP.
I have basses and guitars with very different string spacings/nut widths/neck profiles, yadda yadda. I can, and do, adapt to every one of them easily, not to mention all the different scale lengths, too; one instrument is a multiscale one, so there's that all by itself. Oh yeah, there's round wound, flat wound, nylon string, fretless, fretted, 4 string, 5 string, and 12 string stuff to deal with, also). I guess you do need to strive for my plane of virtuosity.
YMMV, and all that, of course.
I don't know how you manage to handle all that variation, what with 1mm (on someone else's bass, mind you) throwing your panties into enough of a bunch to take time of your busy day to disparage the OP's initial (legitimate) inquiry.
Do us all a favor and spend more time with your ever so challenging stable of gear, and less time here.
If he wants it, he wants it. Don’t forget that you could sell the current bridge to offset some of the cost. If you know a machinist you could have him make new saddles or a new baseplate,but that’s Likely even more expensive.
Because I can.Why do you even care enough to comment? If you think OP's need for a narrower bridge is unfounded, move along and go bug somebody else.
I can't play any bass narrower than 19mm on a 5 string. You hand me an 18mm 5 string and my plucking fingers will be banging into each other. And my muscle memory with a pick would have me missing strings for sure.
If it didn't make a difference, why would there be so many kinds with different spacings?
(I don't need you to answer. The answer is that it does make a difference.
Best of luck with your hunt, OP.
If you think bassists can't tell the difference between 19mm vs 20mm spacing, why do you think Roger offers it?
In any case, you're dead wrong. I can tell the difference in a second, as can many bassists.
You have a world class instrument. The bridge is an important component. I personally wouldn't be installing and reinstalling different bridges using different screws in those screw holes, just to see if 19 works better for you. I'm sure others will disagree.
Can't you demo a bass with 19mm spacing to see if it suits you?
