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Guild bridge build
« on: June 13, 2008, 10:23:44 AM »
OK, my machinist tells me he can make 3 of the Guild harp-shaped bass bridges for $150 each. I'd like one, but I'd need 2 other folks to join in. So, please let me know if you're interested.

Just to build one would cost $400.

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Re: Guild bridge build
« Reply #1 on: June 13, 2008, 05:27:11 PM »
Bill,
I know I mentioned getting another from Marko if he was up to building one, but I don't think I'd be interested in a vintage spec bridge (I'm pretty sure that's what you are going after here).

I'd like to find a 70s Starfire-II restoration project someday that is within my ability to repair/refinish, and one where I wouldn't feel as bad about routing it for the bridge.  I have a 2-pc Alembic style bridge waiting, but I might consider doing one of these on the off chance that your machinist is building it up with the sustain block - like the one on my JS-II that Marko built.  It would keep the options open.
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Re: Guild bridge build
« Reply #2 on: June 13, 2008, 05:31:45 PM »
Wood or brass saddles ?
Will it be an exact copy or more like MPU's version with the brass bottom plate?
Would it be cheaper if I didnt have it plated?

Thanks

Robert
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Re: Guild bridge build
« Reply #3 on: June 16, 2008, 08:18:38 AM »
Quote from: Rvl on June 13, 2008, 05:31:45 PM
Wood or brass saddles ?
Will it be an exact copy or more like MPU's version with the brass bottom plate?
Would it be cheaper if I didnt have it plated?

Thanks

Robert


I would go with wood saddles and not with the brass plate like MPU's bridge.  Forgoing plating would probably save $30 or so.
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Re: Guild bridge build
« Reply #4 on: June 16, 2008, 07:00:48 PM »
doc i think you should make one yourself.its just 2 bends.you should be able to find a small piece of metal.$400 is crazy.i bet you have a Dremmel and some files.
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Re: Guild bridge build
« Reply #5 on: June 16, 2008, 07:29:29 PM »
Quote from: SKATE RAT on June 16, 2008, 07:00:48 PM
doc i think you should make one yourself.its just 2 bends.you should be able to find a small piece of metal.$400 is crazy.i bet you have a Dremmel and some files.

I just got my MPU Guild bridge in the mail today. He made me one, although I had to talk him into it since he  doesn't have much time to make them for other folks.   He uses brass and solders it together. A nice technique I think.   I'll post some pictures. I'm gonna have it chrome plated soon.
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Re: Guild bridge build
« Reply #6 on: June 16, 2008, 07:54:12 PM »
well,there you go.
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Re: Guild bridge build
« Reply #7 on: June 17, 2008, 06:55:57 AM »
Now that I have it, I'm trying to figure out a way to copy it!!!
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Re: Guild bridge build
« Reply #8 on: June 18, 2008, 05:49:54 AM »
Here it is.  It's going in for chrome plating tomorrow!  For something made by hand, he did a pretty nice job and my M-85 will be very happy with it!



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Re: Guild bridge build
« Reply #9 on: June 18, 2008, 06:10:32 AM »
My machinist buddy has been busy due to his shop mate being out sick for almost 6 weeks . he is retiring in a year. I bet I can get him to make a few for $0. It may cost me some Gosslings rhum  and prob a n orvis gift certificate. ill save the pics and feel him out. Nice stuff. hey doc, another neck???!!! Your a machine . Im on the next one for sure.M
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Re: Guild bridge build
« Reply #10 on: June 18, 2008, 07:58:18 AM »
Quote from: shadowcastaz on June 18, 2008, 06:10:32 AM
My machinist buddy has been busy due to his shop mate being out sick for almost 6 weeks . he is retiring in a year. I bet I can get him to make a few for $0. It may cost me some Gosslings rhum  and prob a n orvis gift certificate. ill save the pics and feel him out. Nice stuff. hey doc, another neck???!!! Your a machine . Im on the next one for sure.M

Hey Mike, if you can get him to make one for barter, I'm in!  I can buy plenty of rhum, etc!

Yep, I thought I'd grab it for my Starfire 3 project.  That one will probably be a winter thing.

The next neck is yours, I've really got to quit being so lazy and start making my own.  It's not really that difficult, just time consuming.
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Re: Guild bridge build
« Reply #11 on: June 18, 2008, 01:02:12 PM »
I did not know you had a starfire in the wings .Pics?
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Re: Guild bridge build
« Reply #12 on: June 18, 2008, 03:48:45 PM »
Quote from: shadowcastaz on June 18, 2008, 01:02:12 PM
I did not know you had a starfire in the wings .Pics?

I didn't post about it? Geez, I'm losing it.  I've got so many things in the hopper, I can't keep track.  It's actually a virgin Starfire III body (never been routed or finished) I grabbed off eBay sometime ago.  It's a true HB, no sound block, so it'll have to have a floating bridge, of which I have a couple already.  I'll post some pics when I get a minute.
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Re: Guild bridge build
« Reply #13 on: June 18, 2008, 04:10:23 PM »
It's essentially this body, but you know I'm gonna make it a short scale bass!

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Re: Guild bridge build
« Reply #14 on: June 18, 2008, 09:08:24 PM »
I don't remember you posting about a Starfire body.

The brass bridge looks nice, hopefully the extra mass will help the sound.
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