Dutchman Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 This looks like you could get tune-o-matic perfection. Just wondering if anyone has tried one. Adjustable string height for every string!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff R Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 This crossed the bench earlier this year for me to convert it to Duncan Phat Cats. The Babicz stuff is really cool, bulletproof stuff, and I'd welcome it if it was already on a guitar I was getting. But actually spec'ing it, and paying some 3-4x what I'd pay for a good TOM and stop tail from another reputable manufacturer? Not for me. Especially if it was going on a Gibson, or a Hamer, or something else where a traditional look is kinda important. That Babicz is BIG and borderline gaudy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Haynie Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 How many adjustment points are on each saddle? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobB Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Sweet Jeebus..! The Babicz bridge: The King Crimson of guitar hardware. How is it possible to install one when both of your arms are gnawed off? Huh? How? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadgerDave Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 I've used the Babicz Strat saddles on two Warmoth Mustang projects. Including the one in my avatar photo. Very high quality, impressive engineering and rock solid. I'm a fan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobB Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 Do these saddles retrofit in Mustang/Jaguar/Jazz Master trem bridges? That would be a serious upgrade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disturber Posted October 16, 2019 Share Posted October 16, 2019 I have never had a problem with an ordinary tuno-o-matic so I would not see the point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAMERMAN Posted October 17, 2019 Share Posted October 17, 2019 On 10/15/2019 at 8:38 PM, Jeff R said: That Babicz is BIG and completely gaudy. Fixed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamer95USA Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 That's an interesting design. Does the extra mass provide better intonation, sustain, and overtones? Is it like the Fat Finger that attaches to the headstock of any electric guitar or bass? It reminds me of the late '70s with guitars being made with brass hardware on the headstock/tunomatic bridge/tailpiece like the early Ibanez or Yamaha guitars or Alembic guitars & basses. Guitar George Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joshoowah Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 8 hours ago, Hamer95USA said: That's an interesting design. Does the extra mass provide better intonation, sustain, and overtones? Is it like the Fat Finger that attaches to the headstock of any electric guitar or bass? It reminds me of the late '70s with guitars being made with brass hardware on the headstock/tunomatic bridge/tailpiece like the early Ibanez or Yamaha guitars or Alembic guitars & basses. Guitar George This is pure gold... or maybe solid brass... 🤣 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyB Posted October 19, 2019 Share Posted October 19, 2019 On 10/16/2019 at 12:59 AM, Disturber said: I have never had a problem with an ordinary tuno-o-matic so I would not see the point. How about setting spot-on intonation and ideal action in a few seconds? The Babicz bridges make Tun-a-matics look like they were designed by amateurs. You pay more money for the Babicz, but you'll more than make it up in the time you save on setup and the improvement you get on response and tone quality. The tone transfer you get from a Babicz is awsome. I bought a drop-in replacement for a Squier fretless Jazz bass and the resulting clarity and massive tone that came from that $199 used bass more than justified the purchase price. What's your time worth calculated over the time you own the guitar or bass? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobB Posted October 19, 2019 Share Posted October 19, 2019 1 hour ago, JohnnyB said: What's your time worth calculated over the time you own the guitar or bass? Not worth enough to install such ugly, overwrought hardware. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyB Posted October 19, 2019 Share Posted October 19, 2019 2 hours ago, RobB said: Not worth enough to install such ugly, overwrought hardware. Players spend a lot more money seeking better tone, intonation, clarity, musicality, and responsiveness. My perceptions may be based on my purchase in 2011, at which time it was easy to comparison shop for Babicz products and land a sweet deal. That's what I managed to do eight years ago for about 40% less than the going rate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobB Posted October 19, 2019 Share Posted October 19, 2019 12 minutes ago, JohnnyB said: Players spend a lot more money seeking better tone, intonation, clarity, musicality, and responsiveness. They’d be better served saving their bread and practicing more. “Musicality?” From hardware? Fukking please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyB Posted October 19, 2019 Share Posted October 19, 2019 29 minutes ago, RobB said: They’d be better served saving their bread and practicing more. “Musicality?” From hardware? Fukking please. If you haven't heard one, you have no opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwhitcomb3 Posted October 21, 2019 Share Posted October 21, 2019 I installed Babicz bridges on a Strat and a Tele, and love 'em. Even so, I think their Tune-o-Matic design is a bit unwieldy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Studio Custom Posted October 21, 2019 Share Posted October 21, 2019 I find it interesting that some people are constantly trying to build a better mouse trap while others are convinced nothing has improved since 1959. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devnor Posted October 21, 2019 Share Posted October 21, 2019 It looks like a Borg implant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutchman Posted October 21, 2019 Author Share Posted October 21, 2019 Granted they look like a pimps grill... but it sounds like they do what their designed to do. I’m not offended by gawdy in the pursuit of tone!! I’m sure the first Humbuckers where considered gawdy but they worked!! Thank you all for your comments!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Dave Posted October 23, 2019 Share Posted October 23, 2019 I know it's not a Babzic bridge but I'd been considering this alternative Schaller 'STM' bridge for my archtop. It should fit straight onto a Les Paul or an Archtop without need for removing & replacing the body inserts. I was thinking maybe in addition to locking tuners this bridge which uses roller-type brass saddles might improve the tuning stability a bit. They're available with the intonation screws facing either way. https://schaller.info/en/bridges/328/stm?c=52 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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