Fri Dec 20, 2013 6:57 pm
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Fri Dec 20, 2013 8:58 pm
psychocandy wrote: . So are you saying I should position the bridge so that the front edge is right around 24"?
Fri Dec 20, 2013 9:13 pm
Elwood wrote:psychocandy wrote:Hey, thanks for the reply. I appreciate it. So are you saying I should position the bridge so that the front edge is right around 24"? There seems to be a lot of room for the saddles to move back and forth, so I was thinking that having it a little closer than 24" would make sure there would be enough room to move the saddles forwards or backwards for intonation (hope that made sense). I was hoping I could get a definite measurement, but I'm not sure if that's possible. If I could find out how far the front edge of the bridge is in relation to the 25.5" scale on another G&L, I was thinking I could subtract the 1.5" from that and hopefully it would get me pretty close.
I'm actually sending it to someone to rout it for me, but I wanted to know exactly where the rout should be so I could just mark it on the body before I send it to him.
Oh, and the neck I'm using is a Musikraft with 7.25" radius and vintage frets. I may end up ordering one with a bigger radius eventually, but that's what I have for now. I'm also using Jumbo MFD single coil pickups. It's basically going to be a combination of a SC-2 and a Duo-Sonic II.
I'll try to get some pics up tomorrow if I have a chance to snap a few shots.
No, the nut to the saddle measurement, forget where the bridge lip is for the time being.
The total string length will be a touch more than 24" . I could measure the space between the saddle (let's use the D string,it's close to the center) to the lip on my ASAT if you want. The lip is convex so the center of the bridge will be a touch forward.
There is nothing more frustrating than a misplaced bridge, and a 32" of an inch side to side will be noticed...so go at the job somewhat surgically and you'll be real happy with the results.
There might be some specs in the gallery for the saddle lock . Wait until you have all the parts and do a mock up and things will be more clear . ( like measuring for the boss route).
I'll check back tomorrow.
elwood
Sat Dec 21, 2013 9:02 am
Sat Dec 21, 2013 9:37 am
psychocandy wrote:
Okay, yeah that makes sense. If you wanted to measure the space between the saddles and lip, that would be very helpful. Also, I posted a while back about the saddle lock and I think someone suggested routing the hole for the bridge a little larger than it had to be to allow for slight adjustments before mounting it. I thought that was a good idea, but I was wondering if that would affect the sound if it wasn't snugly fit into the body. Or would that even matter?
Also, just curious what boss route is?
Sun Dec 22, 2013 12:30 am
psychocandy wrote:It's basically going to be a combination of a SC-2 and a Duo-Sonic II.
Elwood wrote:I think I remember that tip, as long as it is secured well to the body I doubt it would affect the tone.
Sun Dec 22, 2013 12:41 am
KenC wrote:psychocandy wrote:
Isn't the whole point of a Saddle Lock (aside from the saddle lock, that is ) to have the boss up tight against the end grain?
Ken
Sun Dec 22, 2013 7:19 am
KenC wrote:psychocandy wrote:It's basically going to be a combination of a SC-2 and a Duo-Sonic II.
Two of my favorite guitars. I look forward to seeing how it comes together.
Elwood wrote:KenC wrote:psychocandy wrote:
Isn't the whole point of a Saddle Lock (aside from the saddle lock, that is ) to have the boss up tight against the end grain?
Ken
Yes, absolutely . Thanks for making that clear.
The side to side alignment is what I thought was being referenced, I could see them having a little room
by design so the guys in set-up could tweek it if needed...but that's just guessing.
What Ken said ^
having the boss tight against the end grain in the route is the way to do it.
elwood
Sun Dec 22, 2013 9:04 am
psychocandy wrote:
Great, thanks! So, a little wiggle room on the sides is okay, but keep in snug against the end. Got it.
Sun Dec 22, 2013 2:20 pm
Sun Dec 22, 2013 4:48 pm
Elwood wrote:psychocandy wrote:
Great, thanks! So, a little wiggle room on the sides is okay, but keep in snug against the end. Got it.
...and I would consider a little to be 1/16"+ at the most , but get it as tight as you can...I shouldn't be advocating for slack
when it comes to guitar making
Are you going with a natural finish?
Sun Dec 22, 2013 4:50 pm
NickHorne wrote:The exact best way to fit the saddle-lock has always puzzled me.
The fixing screws are countersunk into the bridge, so they will forcefully centre in their holes when tightened down. It seems hit-and-miss whether this will coincide with the boss remaining in solid contact with the wood.
Or is the boss shimmed in, with something malleable like heavy aluminum foil? I'm guessing the fixing holes are CNC'd like the rest.
Sat Dec 28, 2013 7:54 am
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Sun Dec 29, 2013 3:12 pm
WitSok wrote:I really like the olympic white. There is a nice balance caused by the black pu, knobs, and stripe. Not normally a fan of white - but that is gorgeous.
Sun Dec 29, 2013 6:05 pm
Sun Dec 29, 2013 6:42 pm
psychocandy wrote:I'm still trying to figure out the size of the springs that go in the pickup cavities. If anyone can help, I'd really appreciate it.
Sun Dec 29, 2013 9:42 pm
Mon Dec 30, 2013 7:21 am
Elwood wrote:The springs are 7/8 " in length , 5/16 " diameter , stainless steel ?, stiff .
There is a piece of black foam stuffed in the middle (to dampen spring vibrations I imagine) .
The hole they sit in is 5/16 " deep.
Pics are on the way.
...and here they are :
I measured the bridge pickup angle , it looks like 12.5 degrees to me .
It'd be good to know where to find springs that size and material, if you find a good source, be sure to post a link .
elwood
Mon Dec 30, 2013 10:54 am
Mon Dec 30, 2013 12:02 pm
yowhatsshakin wrote:Elwood,
I think you mistyped the angle. It's 17.5 degrees, not 12.5.
- Jos
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