... Gibson Harmonica Bridge Research - Duration: 3:14. musiciansupply 970 views. Comes with the original 3 mounting screws. * SOLD * Vintage 1972 Gibson / Schaller Harmonica Bridge * SOLD * From a 1972 Gibson SG Special With Posts, Inserts Up for sale is a vintage Gibson Harmonica bridge, complete with both posts and inserts. It came from a 1960s Epi Coronet that had been modded to include this bridge, so I do not know the exact year. The transformation also includes replacing the stock ABR-1 bridge with a Schaller harmonica bridge, a move that would become standard on his guitars until he gets the PS10 (see the Gibson Explorer and the Ibanez Destroyer). Harmonica Parts; Mandolin nuts; Mandolin Tuners; Pickguards; Piezo Bridges; Piezo Kit ... Other Strings; Ukulele Strings; Service; Genuine Schaller Germany F-Series Locking Tuners , 2-Pin Fender Mount, 6 Inline Nickel. How to install a Schaller Hannes Bridge - part 1 - A Weekend Workshop - Duration: 21:07. Australian online and in-store musical instrument sales and service Alembic Bridge was replaced with a Chrome Plated Schaller Harmonica Bridge. In 1955, it was used on the Gibson Les Paul Gold Top. Missing the low string Saddle. SKU: 12167. Dec 22, 2016 #24 Send it to me. Schaller's unique variation of the Tune-o-matic bridge features low-friction roller saddles for smoother tuning and tremolo action. Some finish wear. This bridge is free from the problems plaguing the Nashville and the ABR-1, but is somewhat cumbersome to intonate. 20.00 € / Schaller Pickup Cover 6 Hole Bridge GD, Schaller Item No: 17010503, bridge position, material: nickel silver, sizes (LxWxH): 70,5 x 39 x 15 mm, perimeter spacing: 10,14 mm, total hole spacing: 50,7 mm, 1 pieces, finish: gold made in Germany Find custom pickups, necks, tuning keys, bridges and more for Guitar, Banjo and Bass part needs. Reactions: 665. I have a '79 Gibson L6-S that I love and want to install a Bigsby/Vibramate combination. I have a '79 Gibson L6-S that I love and want to install a Bigsby/Vibramate combination. He eventually put a harmonica bridge with rounded edges on his explorer. Great bridge design that allows for individual intonation of each string. I have a "1958" Epiphone Korina Explorer that I will be using. Shop Parts at Allparts®. Lighter strings couldn’t intonate properly on the ABR-1 due to the travel of the saddle that wasn’t long enough. The bridge we currently use is an improved reproduction of the original Schaller harmonica bridge, made by Kluson, with a body is milled from one solid piece of steel and saddles milled from brass. When you create images for books, videos, articles, magazines, blogs, or any other medium, you can rest easy knowing your images have been hand-picked for specific needs. I believe it might be an earlier design. Cleaned& polished. The original Harmonica bridge was investment cast solid steel, made in Germany by Schaller. Interestingly, the Schaller harmonica bridge was badly corroded and pitted and the saddles were starting to disintegrate after 40 years but the chrome also wasn't discolored. I am replicating the explorer that Allen Collins used. These intonation-adjustable brass saddles allow adjustable string spread, and are angled slightly for correct alignment with the offset mounting studs and threaded bushings. All the saddles still move and everything works as it should. The pick-ups are not the original's ceramic sealed Bill Lawrence-designed "super humbuckers", but two humbucking pickups with four-conductor split-coil wiring—a 490R in the neck and a hotter 498T in the bridge. The bridge is a standard Gibson Tune-o-matic, less heavy than the Schaller-made rectangular bridges from the mid-1970s, often called "harmonica" bridges. Not too old but old enough. 2 – 29/81,3 cm post Allparts gb-0590 – 010: Amazon.it: Strumenti musicali e DJ SKU: KHB Price $162.95 - $168.86. the harmonica bridge is for a total miss mark intonation solution for hap hazard tooling incidentals for correct bridge placement. I've got a guitar with an original "Schaller wide travel bridge" aka "harmonica bridge", not bad at all. Browse, buy, or become a dealer. New replacement bridge for some 1970's Gibson guitars: including SG's, S-1, L6-S and Marauders. Nice bridge, well made but the rollers are angled and will only work to replace tune-o-matic bridges that are angled behind the rear pickup. It came from a 1972 Gibson SG Special. It's made of stainless steel and is still 12" more than 40 years later. Post spacing is 2 7/8", string spacing is 2". Jul 12, 2018 - Original Schaller 'Harmonica' Bridge from circa 1972 as found on Les Pauls and SGs.Comes with brand new Kluson studs as the bridge had been separated I have lethal sweat. The stock harmonica bridge is parallel to the rear pick up not angled so I needed a bridge with non-angled rollers. The saddles on the original Schaller "Harmonica" bridge were worn too wide, so I decided to restore it. Wiretap Member. Schaller roller Tunematic Chrome adj. The Hannes Bridge provides perfect intonation via adjustment for individual height and reach, an Completely functional and adjustable. Perfect Includes posts. Schaller Wide travel aka “Harmonica Bridge” (1970-1980) This bridge was built by Schaller under Gibson request in order to accomodate lighter strings, as they started to become popular in the 70s. Both came off of older 1970's Gibsons. Schaller. GOTOH GUT Co., Ltd. began manufacturing stringed instrument parts in 1960 and is the only domestic machine head manufacturer in Japan. Schaller Hannes Bridge Fabulous Bridge from Schaller, this one with Carbon Saddles and Chrome finish. The tail-piece is laser cut stainless steel and the coi fish designs are inlaid w/ blue abalone. This is a very old bridge. Our parts are sold worldwide and are consistently ranked at the top of the industry by musical instrument makers. I have put a picture of a later bridge next to it. It is definitely the same build. * SOLD * Vintage 1970s Gibson / Schaller Harmonica Bridge * SOLD * Complete with 2x Posts, Inserts Up for sale is a vintage Gibson Harmonica bridge, complete with both posts and inserts. Kluson Replacement Brass Or Steel Harmonica Tune-O-Matic Bridge With Brass Saddles. It's got a bright tone that I don't mind. This one does not. Most of these bridges have the "Made in West Germany" stamp on the back. Gibson Harmonica Bridge -- perfect for restorations of 1970s Gibsons such as the Marauder, L6S, S-1 and some SGs. Joined May 21, 2009 ... All of the mid 70's SG's that I can remember had those Schaller harmonica things on them (or Bigsby's. In good condition. Similar Items - NOS Schaller Gibson Harmonica Tune-O-Matic Bridge - 70s 80s Les Paul SG L6S - $40 (East Memphis) Schaller~Gibson 1970's Vintage Tuners - $100. These bridges were made for Gibson and used primarily on SG models along w 3:14. Model 3D-4. The Tailpiece gets Chrome plated and lowered onto the body of the guitar with removal of wood riser from underneath it. Tune-o-matic (also abbreviated to TOM) is the name of a fixed or floating bridge design for electric guitars.It was designed by Ted McCarty (Gibson Guitar Corporation president) and introduced on the Gibson Super 400 guitar in 1953 and the Les Paul Custom the following year. Roller bridge saddles fix the strings in their optimum position. It's possible Gibson used some off brand of potmetal on some lower line models but the Schaller Harmonica was even used on the very high dollar … But I didn't wanted to leave the instrument without strings on it for a longer period of time, so I was looking for a new unit as a temporary replacement. Elrathia Senior Member. Features Model: 3-dimensionalFinish: PolishedSupport: ReelsSurface: GoldType: BridgeMeasurements l x w x h (mm): 63x18x13Weight g/item: 75Bore mm: 7 Item number12080500High-quality bridge for all Les This bridge is super clean. Vintage '70's Schaller Gibson SG harmonica bridge A early-mid 1970's Gibson SG harmonica bridge that is in amazing shape. I just had a question about harmonica bridges. The stock harmonica bridge is parallel to the rear pick up not angled so I needed a bridge with non-angled rollers. Block 37mm on the models we have The baseplate of hardened steel and the solid spring block ensure an outstanding sustain. Had 2 full sets of these. 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