Bigsby on a Semi-hollow body

[ultpanzi]

I dont see why they wouldnt stay in tune WITH a roller. Id think itd be the other way round, because the roller reduces friction and ensures the string returns to its equilibrium point. Alternatively, you could use a graphteck string saver bridge saddle set. That would ensure you stay in tune with the bigsby and you wouldnt need to change the bridge, just the saddles.

[Fretworn]

Is it the aesthetic of a Bigsby you are after, Or a functioning whammy bar? All Bigsby have tuning issues because of the stresses they put on the ToM bridge. Roller bridges create other issues, as they have have more moving parts to cause buzzing. Never buy a cheap roller bridge. The rollers end up seizing up and you are worse off than having a ToM bridge.

If you've got the money, and you want a good functioning whammy bar (if such a thing isn't an oxymoron) I'd check out Stetsbars - http://www.tolvanenguitars.com/stetsbars.html

[dingobass]

And of course one must remember that the Bigsby isnt designed for dive bombing...
If ya wanna bomb, go for a Khaler, those puppies stay in tune even if you break a string.

[Fretworn]

Quote from dingobass on September 11, 2014, 18:13
If ya wanna bomb, go for a Khaler, those puppies stay in tune even if you break a string.

No, they don't. Trust me. I Kahler flatmount is still my favourite whammy though. You do need a supply of spare parts for them if you have one. At least they are back in business now.

[dingobass]

Thats interesting... Dropped one in a PRS for a chap a few months ago and it was rock solid.. Busted the E sting and it stayed in tune..
Might be they have improved the design?

[dingobass]

Not a fan of the graphtech saddles.. Seen a few split in half

[keloooe]

DB, the B70 is the full length one, the B5 is the short one that doesnt connect to the strap button