My LP needs a new bridge...UPDATE 5-15

[codyj84]

Got a 78 LP and the bridge is just gettin worn out. Ive had it reslotted, but as anything, it wears.... Its time to replace it. That said, I see alot on ebay for $10-25, but that seems really low to me. Maybe not, but thats just my thoughts... Anybody have any suggestions on a new bridge and probably tailpiece for a 78 LP?
Thanks
-c

[FourT6and2]

I'd go with Tonepros. Doesn't make much of a sound difference, but it's nice to be able to lock it down and forget about it. Works fine on my '79 LP.

[djem]

Or you can check out the selection offerred at Stewart-MacDonald. Pricing seems fair. I believe some of the bridges come with saddles that are not slotted so you can get the string spacing just right.

Get yourself a lightweight aluminum tailpiece and you're off to the races.

PS - don't forget to crank down the TP and top wrap your strings.

[SgtThump]

PS - don't forget to crank down the TP and top wrap your strings.

He should definitely try that to see if he likes it, but not everyone does.

[es125luv]

I have been trying the Faber stuff on my Heritages lately. Really like them.

http://www.cvgshop.com/Faber-Parts-Tone-Lock-(Studs,-Tailpieces,-Bridges)/c4_19/index.html?osCsid=d8qqm7mv90c5po01n7mcouo0j2

[codyj84]

Well I went ahead and went with Faber, as I heard alot of good things... I wasn't expecting all the hype, just a nice bridge and a lighter tailpiece. I was wrong... There is a dramatic and audible difference. My girlfriend even made the comment that the guitar was more "loud and sparkly"... Go figure. haha. I would describe it as audibly more resonant and dynamic, the sustain ringing out much longer. I went with the brass saddles, not the plated. I just wanted a different look... Anywho, I would absolutely recommend these bridges and tailpieces for anyone looking to upgrade their LP. Im tempted to get the locking studs now, as I hear they make an even bigger sustain difference over the stock posts.

[bynt]

Well I went ahead and went with Faber, as I heard alot of good things... I wasn't expecting all the hype, just a nice bridge and a lighter tailpiece. I was wrong... There is a dramatic and audible difference. My girlfriend even made the comment that the guitar was more "loud and sparkly"... Go figure. haha. I would describe it as audibly more resonant and dynamic, the sustain ringing out much longer. I went with the brass saddles, not the plated. I just wanted a different look... Anywho, I would absolutely recommend these bridges and tailpieces for anyone looking to upgrade their LP. Im tempted to get the locking studs now, as I hear they make an even bigger sustain difference over the stock posts.

Note to self. Thanks for the report. Oh, and as an aside, you'd better marry your girlfriend quickly!