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Single Saddle Bridges

Discussion in 'Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]' started by Mitch Conners, Dec 21, 2014.

  1. Dec 21, 2014 #1
    Mitch Conners

    Mitch Conners

    Jul 5, 2014
    Hello all,

    I'm currently looking to build my own 12-string extended range bass and the next phase of the project will be the bridge. Obviously i doubt 12-string bass bridges are made, so i figure i will go the route of single saddle. My question is any recommendations of a decent brand that is reasonably priced? I kind of would rather stay away from chinese made ones cause i have a feeling they won't be that great. I also found
    Hipshot TRIPLE LOCK DOWN Single-String Bass Bridge, does anyone have any experience with these?

    Any feedback is appreciated, thanks
     
  2. Dec 23, 2014 #2
    Jensby design

    Jensby design

    May 22, 2008
    Hastings, NE
    I used them when I made my 3-string.
    Pros: Hipshot quality, versatile.
    Cons: Hipshot prices, required routing.
     
  3. Dec 23, 2014 #3
    fhm555

    fhm555 So FOS my eyes are brown

    Feb 16, 2011
  4. Dec 23, 2014 #4
    lz4005

    lz4005

    Oct 22, 2013
    There's nothing wrong with single string bridges, but if you're trying to keep cost down why not use three 4 string bridges or two 6 string bridges?
    You'd have to do some filing to the edges to get them closer together, but it should work.