Sadowsky bridge... duh!

[Fuzzbass]

So when I got my Sadowsky, I saw no slots in the top of the bridge. I assumed that meant no quick-release string feature. Today I finally change my strings, and am grumbling about how I have to thread the strings all the way in or out through the stupid little holes. I then noticed larger holes. I think "well OK, the strings slide easier through the larger hole". I get to the D string and the ball end slides all the way through the hole as I'm wrapping it around the tuner. Then the light goes on: DUH, this is a quick-release bridge after all, it just works sideways from the ones I'm used to.


Sings: "I am so smart... S-M-R-T..."

 

[tplyons]

LOL

 

[Niskamies]

Great work Fuzzbass! You're a true bassplayer

 

[Woodchuck]

I'm glad you posted this, because I didn't know!

 

[bassmonkeee]

Heh--I did the same thing when I changed to Sadowsky flats on my new Metro when I got it.

At first I thouht, "Great--the ball ends are too small for this bridge." Umm--Hello? Sadowsky strings/Sadowsky bass.


It ain't just you, Bub.

 

[DavePlaysBass]

Heh--I did the same thing when I changed to Sadowsky flats on my new Metro when I got it.

How do ya like the flats on you Metro. Can you still get a modern vibe? I have an RV-5. I like the stock SS but I have a feeling I would really dig the flats...

Dave

 

[Fuzzbass]

Hey, I'm glad it wasn't just me!! That said...




BULLETIN, BULLETIN...




Today I performed a mini string tryout on my P5. I went from the original Sadowsky Stainless to Sadowsky Bright Nickels, and then to DR Fat Beams. My next goal was to try a set of TI Jazz Flats... but no go! The ball ends on the TI's are too small to be held by the Sadowsky bridge.... and yes, I slid the ball end into the small hole, not the large one!

Not a big deal... the flats probably weren't going to stay anyway. But I thought I'd mention it here just so y'all would know. (Where can I get a good price on Sadowsky flats??)

 

[JRBrown]

So when I got my Sadowsky, I saw no slots in the top of the bridge. I assumed that meant no quick-release string feature. Today I finally change my strings, and am grumbling about how I have to thread the strings all the way in or out through the stupid little holes. I then noticed larger holes. I think "well OK, the strings slide easier through the larger hole". I get to the D string and the ball end slides all the way through the hole as I'm wrapping it around the tuner. Then the light goes on: DUH, this is a quick-release bridge after all, it just works sideways from the ones I'm used to.


Sings: "I am so smart... S-M-R-T..."

...I understand, but it's still funny...

 

[illidian]

But I thought I'd mention it here just so y'all would know. (Where can I get a good price on Sadowsky flats??)

Doesn't Roger sell string direct?

If not, a quick search on eBay would give you some nice prices. I've seen a $23 Buy It Now from a music shop.

 

[gfab333]

Ditto on that one. I received my new Metro Ultra Vintage 5 last week. I decided that I wanted to change Rodger's masterful setup slightly to suit my tastes and went through the same exercise (BTW, one of the few times that I had to raise the action slightly on a new bass; usually you need to lower it by at least 2/32"). any body try Elixer Nanowebs on a Metro or NYC?

 

[Fuzzbass]

Doesn't Roger sell string direct?

Yep... but I haven't yet checked to see if Sadowsky string prices are the same as bass prices: that is, the same whether you buy direct or retail.

If not, a quick search on eBay would give you some nice prices. I've seen a $23 Buy It Now from a music shop.

Thanks for the tip. Roger's strings are excellent -- both the steels and nickels have an *amazing* B string! But the flats are on the spendy side: $48 according to the price list I got last month. The cool thing is that the B strings are tapered, even on his flats, so I'm sure I'll give them a try.

 

[Fuzzbass]

...I understand, but it's still funny...

I'm laughing at myself; I don't mind a bit if others laugh with (or at) me as well!

 

[Fuzzbass]

any body try Elixer Nanowebs on a Metro or NYC?

Not yet... but I like 'em on my Fender RB5 so I will probably try a set on my Sadowsky P5.



I hope Nanowebs are also made with a tapered B. Maybe it's me, but I have a helluva time getting non-tapered B strings to intonate properly.

 

[DavePlaysBass]

I am feeling real stupid. I cannot get a non tapered D'Addario XL 130 B-String to slide into the place. It seems the bridge slot does not have enough clearance. Anyone else have this kind of stupid moment...

Thanx

Dave

 

[funkycarnivore]

Fuzz, if you're buying more than one set, there's a price break when you buy four sets direct from Sadowsky. You should definitely call them before you buy from somewhere else.

 

[DavePlaysBass]

After a 5 minute struggle, the B string is on. I am looking forward to hearing DA nickels in a band setting tomorrow.

Dave

 

[Fuzzbass]

Dave, it was a little tricky getting my non-tapered DR FatBeam 'B' in place... I believe that was only a .125. I'm glad you got your DA 'B' settled in.

And thanks for the heads-up, Funky. I've now tried Sadowsky nickels, steels, and flats. I may go for a four-pack of nickels after I experiment with some other brands I have queued up.

 

[MikeBass]

So when I got my Sadowsky, I saw no slots in the top of the bridge. I assumed that meant no quick-release string feature. Today I finally change my strings, and am grumbling about how I have to thread the strings all the way in or out through the stupid little holes. I then noticed larger holes. I think "well OK, the strings slide easier through the larger hole". I get to the D string and the ball end slides all the way through the hole as I'm wrapping it around the tuner. Then the light goes on: DUH, this is a quick-release bridge after all, it just works sideways from the ones I'm used to.


Sings: "I am so smart... S-M-R-T..."

HEHE!!
Glad I didn't post that first!!!
Did the same thing!!
HAHA!!