I’ve documented a range of sustain block upgrades over the years, and they really are a great way to improve the tone of a non-hardtail bridge equipped guitar. Brass is the common upgrade for double locking bridges, and titanium is another popular option. I’ve reviewed a range of brass options …
Titanium makes for a brillant metal for guitar hardware. The combination of the light weight, and it’s resonant, bright, articulate tone makes it a great choice for guitar bridges. I’ve previously reviewed Hantug Custom Guitars & Parts gear in the past, and been thoroughly impressed with the build quality and …
As some of you may know I also write for the Seymour Duncan blog. My latest article on the blog is about the impact of metal on a Floyd Rose equipped guitar. All of the items I talk about in the article have been reviewed on this blog, but I …
One of my main gripes with Ibanez guitars has always been the material used for the sustain blocks on their double locking bridges. Pot metal does not make for good tone. I’ve upgraded all of my Ibanez guitars with an assortment of brass and titanium blocks, and they make for …
Swapping sustain blocks for aftermarket ones is a popular thing now. A number of companies now offer brass and titanium sustain blocks for a range of guitar bridges. Some swear by them, others call them snake oil. I’ve tested a number of brass blocks over the years and have always …