So for my parts-caster build I will need to install my trem, which in my case will be a Schaller vintage tremolo.
I've scoured Google for schematics but haven't found anything useful yet.
The guitar will be 25.5" in scale, but from the nut to where? Since the saddles are movable for intonation purposes what does 25.5" mean? I know the technical definition is 12.75" from the nut face to the crown of the 12th fret X 2 but since the end point is variable to about 3/8" or so, where do I draw the line, so to speak?
Is the midway point between the extremity of the saddle's fore and aft movement a safe bet or am I misunderstanding the concept?
The end point for the scale length will determine where I drill the holes for the bridge posts so I want to make sure I get this right, or am I obsessing over something that isn't so critical???
TIA
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Keep in mind that the Nut to Bridge measurement is double the scale length.
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There is no 'H' in Aych, you know that don't you? ~ Wife
Turns out there is an H in Haych! ~ Sporky
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I meant roughly in the middle of all of the saddles.
It's not really that critical unlike with an acoustic because the saddles have quite a lot of adjustment.
"Take these three items, some WD-40, a vise grip, and a roll of duct tape. Any man worth his salt can fix almost any problem with this stuff alone." - Walt Kowalski
"Only two things are infinite - the universe, and human stupidity. And I'm not sure about the universe." - Albert Einstein
"Take these three items, some WD-40, a vise grip, and a roll of duct tape. Any man worth his salt can fix almost any problem with this stuff alone." - Walt Kowalski
"Only two things are infinite - the universe, and human stupidity. And I'm not sure about the universe." - Albert Einstein
1) spring tension. The saddles on fender style bridges will rattle less the further back they are set. I prefer to set fender styles bridges (or anything with springs behind the saddle) with the saddles 3/4 of the way forward, not all the way forward. This still allows more than enough adjustment for intonation, but keeps nice tension on the spring. Obviously you can just change the springs if needed.
2) Fudge room. we all need it sometimes. there is no shame in it. Call it a safety net if you prefer. Use potential wood movement to justify it if you think you are perfect.
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