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Post by gemini6 on May 15, 2024 8:32:53 GMT
Hi I recently purchased a dean thin line resonator on a budget so I could Flip It left-handed this has gone well and sounds as good as right-handed.so have now purchased a continental cone and new tone Michael messer strings improving the sound I would like to know if anyone can supply information on a left handed saddle and biscuit preferably pre cut thank you any information would be appreciated
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Post by bonzo on May 15, 2024 9:05:17 GMT
Hi Dean. Could you not reverse/adjust what you already have?
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Post by gemini6 on May 15, 2024 9:52:17 GMT
Hi thanks for reply.i have done this but the saddle is worn out.so would like a replacement made properly thanks
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Post by bonzo on May 15, 2024 10:15:37 GMT
Hi Dean. The biscuit and bridge can be purchased with the bridge saddle precut. As far as being left handed you would just install the biscuit to work in a left handed way.
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Post by archtopeddy on May 15, 2024 14:29:34 GMT
Agree with Bonzo on his advice. But be sure you don't get a compensated bridge. Just get an old-school straight bridge and you should be in good shape. Basically install it 180 degrees from normal and you're ready to go.
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Post by bonzo on May 15, 2024 15:28:20 GMT
If the break angle allows, and you wanted to, you could take the opportunity to shave a little off the saddle before you put it back together. You may already know this but it might help someone else. Don't cut the Newtone MM's until they are installed and up to tension. They are round core and may (will) unravel.
Also how about some pics, we all love a drool 👍🎸👏
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Post by gemini6 on May 16, 2024 11:27:48 GMT
Thanks any particular material recommended?
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Post by bod on May 16, 2024 11:30:12 GMT
Thanks any particular material recommended? For strings or saddle? |
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Post by Michael Messer on May 16, 2024 14:12:12 GMT
Hi thanks for reply.i have done this but the saddle is worn out.so would like a replacement made properly thanks Hello Gemini6 How can a saddle be worn out - why can't you just flip it around to be a left handed saddle? The correct material for a bridge saddle is English box wood. If you can't find that, maple should be fine. Shine On Michael |
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Post by gemini6 on May 17, 2024 21:33:28 GMT
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Post by gemini6 on May 17, 2024 21:34:57 GMT
Sorry meant to say I wore it out with file,experimenting!!
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Post by gemini6 on May 18, 2024 12:39:48 GMT
I made a saddle from inserts of a cigar box
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Post by bonzo on May 18, 2024 15:54:07 GMT
Necessity is the Mother of Invention! Good stuff 👏
You're going to fit in well on the forum!
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