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Replacement bridge for 2013 Memphis 335 Dot?

LG King

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A few days ago I picked up a Flame Cherry 2013 Memphis dot 335, and I would like to replace the 'fat bridge' with a more vintage ABR-1 type.

Who is making something that will just drop on without any mods, and has a great rep and following in ABR-1 style?

Also, are players recommending aluminum stop-bars, or the steel...?

Interesting surprise, as I was fully expecting to have to replace the pickups, only to find that I kinda like the ones it came with...Custom Burst 'S' dated 2013. not familiar with these, but great tones so far.

Thanks
 

TM1

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I would get an ABR-1 from Crazy Parts or FU.. Maybe the Kluson's as well. I know Kluson has been making great quality parts for a while now.
 

LG King

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Thanks guys, Crazy Parts, FU, Farber...

Just curious, TonePros came up in my searches, yeah or neah...?

Regarding the Farber TP59, I bought a Kluson aluminum tailpiece for my '54 styled LP as a result of a video 'drop test'...it had the most ping. Do you think the Farber is a better product (ultra)?
 

ultra

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Thanks guys, Crazy Parts, FU, Farber...

Just curious, TonePros came up in my searches, yeah or neah...?

Regarding the Farber TP59, I bought a Kluson aluminum tailpiece for my '54 styled LP as a result of a video 'drop test'...it had the most ping. Do you think the Farber is a better product (ultra)?
Faber are great products and their bridge is particularly good. As for comparing Faber with a Kluson stoptail, I have no experience. My other choice of stoptail would be Pigtail which is my favorite but more expensive.
 

Al G

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I have Faber locking on both my ES-335 guitars and an R8. I like them a lot. I don't know why, but the Tonepros I have makes every guitar it's put on sound dull.
 

LG King

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AI G,

Thanks for that regarding the Tonepros, I'll take your advice.

Ultra, I have decided on going with Farber. Thanks again.
 
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