Guys,

I have made a couple of bass guitars now and note that compared to manufactured ones they seem a little high with the action.

I had read a couple of build diaries here with references to "Recessing the Bridge."

My queries are:-

1. What tools are being used to make the recess? e.g. Dremel, ozito rotary tool.....and with what attachments. Please excuse the Big Green shed reference....but easiest place for me to chase these things down. I was thinking of these two things....cheaper.

http://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-170...l-kit_p6290175

http://www.bunnings.com.au/craftrigh...-case_p6312374

as opposed to this....dearer.....

http://www.bunnings.com.au/dremel-13...l-kit_p6280040

http://www.bunnings.com.au/dremel-pl...hment_p6373700

2. How do I correctly measure any such recess to ensure I dig the correct hole?

3. Do I need to do both...shim and recess or is one better than the other.

Thank You for your ideas.

Greg