Well now, here's a cute new fixed bridge:

[stubhead]

http://schaller-guitarparts.de/hp113123/Schaller-Steg-_Hannes_.htm

The blurb about maximizing vibrational transfers sounds pretty reasonable - ahem, don't they all? :icon_tongue: I sort of get what they're saying about the string vibrations interfering with each other:

If the strings are in a common carrier, then each of the individual vibrations is subject to the physical influence of the other vibrating strings in the group, thus compromising their harmonious response.

Though you could just possibly argue that that's part of why a guitar sounds like a guitar, as you could pretty much argue anything at all. Last week, "even string response" was a good thing... No word yet on reducing intermodulated damping caused by the strings all being ON THE SAME PIECE OF WOOD, TOUCHING THE SAME FRETS, being played by a guitarist with the SAME BRAIN - etc.  :dontknow: Ahem.

 

[Wana_make_a_guitar]

Nice, but if you're going to do that, why not just do the single string bridge thing that warmoth do for basses?

 

[NeilStryker]

ya gotta love marketing spin.

 

[Xplorervoodoo]

Personally, I don't really listen much to the marketing BS.  In my opinion, it looks really good.  But what I really want to know is, is it comfortable to play on?

 

[DocNrock]

Personally, I don't really listen much to the marketing BS.  In my opinion, it looks really good.  But what I really want to know is, is it comfortable to play on?

I like the looks of it, as well.  It looks like it would be very comfortable to play on.  As long as there are enough screws holding it to the wood, tonal transfer should not be a problem.  Furthermore, Schaller makes good quality products.

 

[dbw]

I like it a lot.  I'd consider it if Warmoth starts routing for it.  Lots of marketing hype, though... I really don't expect it to make me sound any better.

 

[onedrop]

I really like the design too, but reading that article is almost like trying to read something written by a lawyer - now what are they actually saying here...

I think it would improve tone in a noticeable way, both because of the extra and more direct contact area with the body woods, and I happen to like the tone of graphtec saddles better than metal (plus you don't break as many strings). Isolating the vibrations of each string would help too, not sure how much since they're still interacting with the same neck and body. Might add just a touch extra definition to chords and such. Also it looks really slick. I'd like to see Warmoth offer this route as an option someday. (Soon, before I get the urge to build another guitar)

:toothy10:

 

[bpmorton777]

it looks overly complicated, probably have to take it all apart to clean it once in a while....what if schaller stops making them and yours gets broken? I think the bridge in my strat is a schaller and Id say the same for it.

Brian

 

[nathan a]

It does look cool, but wow that's annoying marketing.

Quote:
The Key Facts

  1. By far the most comfortable bridge on the market.
  2. The perfect combination of sound properties of all bridge constructions on the market.
  3. The sound is characterised by fine high notes and quick responsiveness, with distinct, powerful and even playback.
  4. Contact-friendly material and a comfortably designed, edgeless surface.
  5. Non-wearing due to the lack of metallic coatings.
  6. Both fresh and subdued in appearance, it further emphasises the guitar’s premium design.

1, 2, 3, and 6 are the most subjective 'facts' I've heard in a long time. That's just ridiculous.

 

[willyk]

Has anyone asked Eric Johnson  :icon_scratch: :icon_biggrin: :icon_biggrin: :icon_biggrin:

 

[-CB-]

Any bridge that has significant material ABOVE the level of the strings.... is gonna be a pain in the ass to mute on.