Theory/Lessons Floyd-Rose Bridge Replacements
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 Oct 24 2006, 05:01 PM, updated 20y ago
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After almost a year of constant use, my Floyd Rose bridge is on the verge of being totally unusable, mainly because the steel blocks that hold the strings in place have rusted to the point they can't budge everytime I try to change strings.
 Then again, can't blame the thing as I suffer from a really bad case of sweaty palms. Any recommendations on a good bridge I can fit onto my MH-50? My main concerns are whether the replacement can fit the bridge cavity (i.e. whether the different makes of bridges like Edge-Pro, Floyd-Rose Original etc etc have different dimensions that may not fit into my guitar). Also, if possible, anyone knows of any stainless steel models or someting that's more resistant to rust? |
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Oct 24 2006, 11:46 PM
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Do the dimensions of the replacements adhere to a common standard i.e. are they the same size? It'll be a real bummer if I buy a new bridge only to find that it doesn't fit. If it helps, I'm currently using the Floyd-Rose Licenced stock bridge that came with my guitar.
Have checked with Bentley's. Apparently, they don't sell the Edge Pro bridges separately though it's possible that they try and get an order in. What's more, the assistant I spoke to also raised the possibility that the Edge Pros may not fit my guitar, which is why I'm going to try my luck with an OFR. |
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Oct 25 2006, 12:27 AM
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QUOTE(MetalZone @ Oct 25 2006, 12:15 AM) No Edge Pro won't fit your guitar without routing. You can order an OFR kit online which should include the stud bolts, anchor inserts, and locking nuts. If stud's distance vary from your guitar, then u'll have to redrill new stud anchors, which is at least better than routing your guitar body. Ur, no offense but just wanna be sure I understood you right. Do you mean to say I CAN install an Edge Pro bridge WITHOUT having to route my guitar? After my paint-job escapade with my guitar, I'm really loathe towards having to inflict more damage on my guitar body!  |
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Oct 25 2006, 12:58 AM
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Ok, that pretty much narrows things down to the OFRs. Thanx for the prompt replies, fellas~
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Oct 25 2006, 01:17 AM
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AAAAAAGGGGGHHH!!!
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Oct 28 2006, 08:48 PM
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Then again, I can just change the bridge saddles right? Anyone has any idea how much a set of 6 of those will cost?
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Oct 29 2006, 02:40 AM
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Geez... 6-800 bucks...?! And there's no telling how long the new one's going to last me either, what with my sweaty palms...
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Oct 30 2006, 03:13 AM
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Well, wiping down is a routine I do practice. All I can say is that the effects insofar are pretty limited. Even then my strings do not last me more than 2 months. Fast fret, string polish, you name it, I've tried it. Didn't work too significantly for me.
Seriously, I'll never cough up MYR500++ for a new bridge knowing that it's only going to rust up within a year or so. It sucks to have sweaty palms. QUOTE(MetalZone @ Oct 29 2006, 05:08 AM) Gotoh Floyd Rose Licensed Locking Tremolo System, Chrome, With Locking Nut SB 5300-010 $123.75 + $21(EMS shipping) = US$144.75 x 3.5(you can buy paypal here at that rate from trustable sellers) = MYR 506.625 well it has steel saddles not stainless steel. but you should do your part by wiping down after every session. the most basic guitar care you can do to prevent rust. if you don't wanna get into this habit, then u may as well forget about your future more expensive guitars as you'll rust them down as well. the gotoh trem comes with locking studs it seems. something only ibanez and gotoh trems have i think. you'd have to get tham to replace your stud inserts though. on the contrary, consider if it's worth putting on your guitar. if you like it that much and you're not gonna part with it, go ahead by all means. it'll improve ur trem stability significantly from your current trem.  |
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Oct 30 2006, 05:47 PM
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QUOTE(noisetrigger @ Oct 30 2006, 05:30 PM) I change my strings every month. I don't understand how some of you can actually tahan until 6 months. The strings will be migthy disgusting by then Agreed. It's happened to me twice so far where in the middle of a session with my buddies, the E-string just snapped on me mid-solo.  Thankfully, electric guitar strings don't pack as much tension as the acoustics. Had one snap into my forearm, leaving a 5-inch long mark for a whole week! It hurts to say the least... As for the D'Addario stainless steel strings, a friend of mine who works at Guitar Collections tried them before and tells me that within the first week or so of playing, the strings just go "dead" i.e. there won't be any sound coming from them. So I'm not sure if they're such a good idea.Oh oh. And if you guys want strings for cheap, do get them from Singapore. Swee Lee's sell D'Addarios @ 3 sets for SGD$15 or approx. MYR37! Saves you a good MYR20 at least! This post has been edited by changhao: Oct 30 2006, 06:07 PM |
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Oct 30 2006, 10:09 PM
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Another thing abt the 3-set deal, you get 9 players' points for 3 sets instead of the usual 2 points for each set!
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Nov 3 2006, 09:56 PM
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Funny... Bentley's carry OFR parts but not the OFR bridge itself...?
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Nov 3 2006, 11:36 PM
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Ooo... RM200? Are they any good?
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