Hi Rich, kit looks great other than the bridge hole in the wrong position. I'd seriously think about plugging the 3 holes and looks at a trapeze bridge possibly
Hi Rich, kit looks great other than the bridge hole in the wrong position. I'd seriously think about plugging the 3 holes and looks at a trapeze bridge possibly
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I hadn't considered that... but will now. I don't think I could do that in a way that you wouldn't see the three holes, unless I finish with an opaque color and I don't really want to do that... Still that would take the worry out that the bridge might pull out...
I agree with Woks. After having my 3point bridge fail for the last time I've had to opt for a hipshot bridge which was quite expensive. There's quite a bit of damage to my finish around the bridge area because of all the stuff ups with the bushings coming out. If I could have my time back with this bass I would've plugged the holes from the get go and opted for a trapeze bridge. I think this kit would be better off not even offering the 3point bridge because it's useless from my experience. Go the the trapeze fender3x and save yourself the hassle!
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Thanks for the advice. How had the hipshot worked out? Does it install OK on th curved surface of an archtop?
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Haven't received the hipshot yet. It's still in transit from the states. Apparently they install well on the arch top from what I've read. May need a couple of washers as spacers. I'll keep you posted as to how it goes!Originally Posted by fender3x
Definitely hear you about the three point pulling out. Maybe this was a sign that I should lose it.
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Thanks. Good luck with it.
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You could look at gluing a piece of timber next to the existing block, then re drill with the bench drill.
Personally, I would tie a length of string to the 3point hunk of junk and swing it violently around your head then launch it onto your least favourite neighbours roof.
Then buy a Babicz 3point Full Contact replacement.
Babicz beats anything on the market, especially that slipshod oops hipshot crap.
Dont get me started on slipshod, it would have to be the most expensive fishing sinker I have ever bought.
Crappily made, badly finished and stupidly expensive for the piece of shite you end up with.
There is always a workaround for glitches, mistakes and other Guitar building gremlins.....
I'm so excited about the $130 I've apparently thrown into the ocean!
Sorry for my bad recommendation fender3x..
They get some good reviews, i have things on guitars people have put the crapper on, (certain brand lockers etc) and i have found them to be good units, you never know until you use them yourself, one mans cup of tea is another mans dish water.
Everyone has their hates in guitar parts and brands, dont get me started on mine
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