Bass VI bridge manufacturer

[Kinosness]

I did some homework and it seems vintage/MIJ radius is 7.25", and Pawn Shop is 9.5".

I hope I got that right, otherwise I'll've bought a very pretty paperweight

[SneakyT]

I did some homework and it seems vintage/MIJ radius is 7.25", and Pawn Shop is 9.5".

I hope I got that right, otherwise I'll've bought a very pretty paperweight

That's right.

[Krayuns]

Hi Sneaky,

John got back to me this morning, saying that the first batch of 10 bridges was sold out, and this:

I have decided to offer the option of having the narrower size channel as a lot of people have requested that.

Look for the option as soon as he makes the next batch.

...did I mention that it looks absolutely fantastic?

This is really frustrating me. I use the VI daily and really wan't a better bridge option but I can't loose that mute. I use the mute a lot. A 1" Bass VI mute would solve my problem but may be the hardest of all parts to source.

I sent them an email before I found this thread and saw it was 1" channel. This is the response I got.

Hi
I am sorry but these will not work with a standard size mute, this would
need to be removed, I will add this as a note to the Ebay listing.
I might be producing a narrower version at a later date for those who do not
have problems with setting the intonation on their bass within the width of
a standard Jaguar width bridge.

Thank you for your inquiry.

Regards
John

So maybe I'll get a nice bridge one day.

[SneakyT]

Hi Sneaky,

John got back to me this morning, saying that the first batch of 10 bridges was sold out, and this:

I have decided to offer the option of having the narrower size channel as a lot of people have requested that.

Look for the option as soon as he makes the next batch.

Hell yes. Made my night!

[zenofbass]

Does anybody know what are the major differences between the Staytrem vs Mastery bridges for the Pawn Shop bass VI?
Can you adjust saddle height on the Mastery M1?
Thanks

[andrewnelles]

Does anybody know what are the major differences between the Staytrem vs Mastery bridges for the Pawn Shop bass VI?
Can you adjust saddle height on the Mastery M1?
Thanks

The staytrem Bass VI bridge has a 1" wide channel, which is bigger than the stock and Mastery I believe. Solves intonation issues.

[SneakyT]

The staytrem Bass VI bridge has a 1" wide channel, which is bigger than the stock and Mastery I believe.

That is right though the next run of Staytrem will have the option of a smaller channel. Depending on the strings it could be tough to intonate the Mastery on a Bass VI as it has less range than the original Jag/JM bridge. The Mastery also won't work with an unmodified mute due to the post being bigger. Because of those things and price I've never tried one but I'm sure someone will chime in that has.

[zenofbass]

Will StayTrem's smaller (upcoming) baseplate potentially negatively impact the ease of intonation ? Was wondering what the benefit of the smaller plate is if you don't use a mute?

The staytrem Bass VI bridge has a 1" wide channel, which is bigger than the stock and Mastery I believe.

That is right though the next run of Staytrem will have the option of a smaller channel. Depending on the strings it could be tough to intonate the Mastery on a Bass VI as it has less range than the original Jag/JM bridge. The Mastery also won't work with an unmodified mute due to the post being bigger. Because of those things and price I've never tried one but I'm sure someone will chime in that has.

[Krayuns]

Potentially, yes. I'm no expert, but I guess it depends on your strings. I couldn't get my LaBella flats to intonate properly using the stock Custom Shop Bass VI bridge (which, basically, is a standard Jag/JM bridge). No hassle with the Staytrem.

Will StayTrem's smaller (upcoming) baseplate potentially negatively impact the ease of intonation ? Was wondering what the benefit of the smaller plate is if you don't use a mute?

The staytrem Bass VI bridge has a 1" wide channel, which is bigger than the stock and Mastery I believe.

That is right though the next run of Staytrem will have the option of a smaller channel. Depending on the strings it could be tough to intonate the Mastery on a Bass VI as it has less range than the original Jag/JM bridge. The Mastery also won't work with an unmodified mute due to the post being bigger. Because of those things and price I've never tried one but I'm sure someone will chime in that has.

[SneakyT]

Will StayTrem's smaller (upcoming) baseplate potentially negatively impact the ease of intonation ?

Without the spring to hinder the saddle adjustment depth a smaller channel should be sufficient to intonate most strings. It really just depends on the string and instrument. Lot’s of things factor into intonation ( tension, gauge, core material, setup etc) for whatever reason. I have had to adjust intonation for every brand of strings I have tried. You would think that heavier gauge would automatically mean longer intonation depth but the original D’addario E string gave me more trouble than any of the heavier gauge E strings I tried. The Circle K b & e are way lower tension than the Labella’s I had and yet they need to be longer to intonate. Who knows? After I modded my original bridge every thing I have thrown at it had room to intonate. With the layout of the staytrem saddles you will have as much if not more room than my modded one. I have noticed a lot of people with flats complaining that it won’t intonate with the smaller bridge so If you plan on those you might try them with the original bridge upside down before you drop money on a new one or just be safe and get the 1" one.

Was wondering what the benefit of the smaller plate is if you don't use a mute?

If you have no plans of installing the mute (which I can’t live without) or a bridge cover then there is no reason i can think of not to get the 1” bridge.

[zenofbass]

Thanks. I'm going to try LaBella round wounds first. Also considering switching out pickups for Bardens which is why I am a little concerned about spacie between humbucker and base plate.

Will StayTrem's smaller (upcoming) baseplate potentially negatively impact the ease of intonation ?

Without the spring to hinder the saddle adjustment depth a smaller channel should be sufficient to intonate most strings. It really just depends on the string and instrument. Lot’s of things factor into intonation ( tension, gauge, core material, setup etc) for whatever reason. I have had to adjust intonation for every brand of strings I have tried. You would think that heavier gauge would automatically mean longer intonation depth but the original D’addario E string gave me more trouble than any of the heavier gauge E strings I tried. The Circle K b & e are way lower tension than the Labella’s I had and yet they need to be longer to intonate. Who knows? After I modded my original bridge every thing I have thrown at it had room to intonate. With the layout of the staytrem saddles you will have as much if not more room than my modded one. I have noticed a lot of people with flats complaining that it won’t intonate with the smaller bridge so If you plan on those you might try them with the original bridge upside down before you drop money on a new one or just be safe and get the 1" one.

Was wondering what the benefit of the smaller plate is if you don't use a mute?

If you have no plans of installing the mute (which I can’t live without) or a bridge cover then there is no reason i can think of not to get the 1” bridge.

[SneakyT]

Next round is up for sale on ebay. You can request the narrow version for all us mute owners! I'll post pictures when I get mine.

[HP Hovercraft]

Has he ever mentioned the possibility of making a new larger mute plate?

[Kinosness]

Has he ever mentioned the possibility of making a new larger mute plate?

That would be ace!

I wonder if this resurgence in Bass VI interest will inspire someone to make a 1" mute.

[Kinosness]

I just received and installed my 7.25" bridge and I couldn't be happier!

It was very easy to install and set up.

My Bass VI is now in tune above the 12th fret, and there's a lot less rattling as well (although there is just a little on the low E.)

Thanks Staytrem!