2tek vs. hi-mass bridges

[Pelagaard]

Does anyone here have personal experience with the differences between a 2tek and either a Hipshot A or Babicz Full Contact bridges?  I'm looking to spec out a new 4string, and this is really the only aspect I haven't been able iron out.

 

[fdesalvo]

No help here, but while I like the idea of the Babicz, I hate the idea of putting a billboard on my guitar.

 

[Cagey]

I hate the idea of putting a billboard on my guitar.

Yeah, they really want you to know who made those bridges, don't they? I can understand pride in one's work, but they take it to a whole new level.

 

[fdesalvo]

I hate the idea of putting a billboard on my guitar.

Yeah, they really want you to know who made those bridges, don't they? I can understand pride in one's work, but they take it to a whole new level.

96 pt font

 

[Great Ape]

I agree! Font THIS! :icon_biggrin:

 

[fdesalvo]

:icon_biggrin:

 

[line6man]

You know, the more I hear from players about their preferences in bridges, the more I come to the conclusion that a low mass bridge is better. A lot of people seem to be saying that a stock Fender bent steel bridge sounds better than a Hipshot or BAII or whatever else. As with most things, though, it comes down to taste.

Of the choices you mentioned, I would go with the Hipshot. Babicz bridges are just too unsightly with their massive advertisements, and 2teks are kind of gimmicky and ridiculous.