Tuffset Bridge

[GreenKnee]

Brilliant stuff, thanks for the update!
I'll definitely be pre ordering one to check it out. I don't actually have a guitar in need of a new bridge currently, but that could always change...

[michel v]

If you’re on the list, come Tuesday the 5th you will receive a link to pre-order your own Tuffset Bridge with a discount code that will let you secure the bridge for a once-in-a-lifetime price.

I signed up for the mailing list a couple of months ago, but I didn't get a confirmation, is that normal?
I don't want to miss any of this

[Deed_Poll]

Excellent!

Brilliant stuff, thanks for the update!
I'll definitely be pre ordering one to check it out. I don't actually have a guitar in need of a new bridge currently, but that could always change...

Cheers guys!

If you’re on the list, come Tuesday the 5th you will receive a link to pre-order your own Tuffset Bridge with a discount code that will let you secure the bridge for a once-in-a-lifetime price.

I signed up for the mailing list a couple of months ago, but I didn't get a confirmation, is that normal?
I don't want to miss any of this

Hey Michel!! Yes you are definitely on the list, can't wait to hear what you think of it!

Also spoiler alert since it's you - the Tuffset Demo guitar for the show might be a thinline GF Joyrider...

[michel v]

Ha, I just received an email from Tuffset!

Also spoiler alert since it's you - the Tuffset Demo guitar for the show might be a thinline GF Joyrider...

...that would be an excellent choice

[OffYourFace]

I can’t wait!

[RominRonin]

If you’re on the list, come Tuesday the 5th you will receive a link to pre-order your own Tuffset Bridge with a discount code that will let you secure the bridge for a once-in-a-lifetime price.

I’m looking forward to this very much. Fortunately I just so happen to be working on two guitars right now, I’m on a budget but if the price is right, this is my clear preference.

Either way I hope it’s a success. I really don’t get the hype for the mastery bridge, and would love to see it usurped by the Tuffset.

[Deed_Poll]

Hello all,

Six days to launch! Today, let's talk about engineering



Every bespoke component of the Tuffset Bridge is precision-milled from billet Stainless Steel. Nothing is cast, pressed, stamped, plated or folded.

And no springs attached!

We don’t just have a bridge plate - we have a bridge chassis!



Milled from a single chunk of quarter-inch thick 304 Stainless, it is the rigid spine of the Tuffset bridge to which every other component locks - and despite this vastly superior rigidity, we’ve been able to package the engineering so efficiently that all the core measurements leave you with more room to manoeuvre when setting up a challenging Offset, not less.

For example, the string profile of the bridge is lower than a vintage Offset bridge, meaning the same setup gives you more space under the bridge plate - so if your current bridge is set low and rubs on the top surface of the pickguard, there’s a good chance the Tuffset will clear it without resorting to a shim.


The bridge without optional Dust Cover Screws installed

Another example is the intonation range. Since the Tuffset’s thick chassis and patented locking system don’t require folded edges or flimsy springs to hold the components in one piece, it achieves an intonation adjustment range of 11mm - double the functional range of a traditional Offset bridge - despite sitting on the same footprint. I'm hoping this will prove to be useful for Bass VI players (though I'm still unsure precisely how heavier VI strings will perform in the string slot, and intend to find out this weekend).

The locking posts tell the same story. The inner posts are 30% larger in diameter than other bridges, yet higher quality metallurgy lets us engineer the outer posts smaller in diameter, freeing up rocking range.

A huge amount of effort has been expended to make these small improvements (and countless others like them) not only improve the sound and performance of the guitar, but to improve the Offset quality of life.

Cheers!

[gibs]

Hello all,

Six days to launch! Today, let's talk about engineering



Every bespoke component of the Tuffset Bridge is precision-milled from billet Stainless Steel. Nothing is cast, pressed, stamped, plated or folded.

And no springs attached!

We don’t just have a bridge plate - we have a bridge chassis!



Milled from a single chunk of quarter-inch thick 304 Stainless, it is the rigid spine of the Tuffset bridge to which every other component locks - and despite this vastly superior rigidity, we’ve been able to package the engineering so efficiently that all the core measurements leave you with more room to manoeuvre when setting up a challenging Offset, not less.

For example, the string profile of the bridge is lower than a vintage Offset bridge, meaning the same setup gives you more space under the bridge plate - so if your current bridge is set low and rubs on the top surface of the pickguard, there’s a good chance the Tuffset will clear it without resorting to a shim.


The bridge without optional Dust Cover Screws installed

Another example is the intonation range. Since the Tuffset’s thick chassis and patented locking system don’t require folded edges or flimsy springs to hold the components in one piece, it achieves an intonation adjustment range of 11mm - double the functional range of a traditional Offset bridge - despite sitting on the same footprint. I'm hoping this will prove to be useful for Bass VI players (though I'm still unsure precisely how heavier VI strings will perform in the string slot, and intend to find out this weekend).

The locking posts tell the same story. The inner posts are 30% larger in diameter than other bridges, yet higher quality metallurgy lets us engineer the outer posts smaller in diameter, freeing up rocking range.

A huge amount of effort has been expended to make these small improvements (and countless others like them) not only improve the sound and performance of the guitar, but to improve the Offset quality of life.

Cheers!

Just to be certain as I havent seen a lot of talk on it, but these do have individual height adjustment as well correct? I’ve got a build I’m still gathering material for, but the neck is compound radius with 16” at the 22nd fret, so need something that isn’t 7.25 or 9.5 fixed.

[RominRonin]

Just to be certain as I havent seen a lot of talk on it, but these do have individual height adjustment as well correct? I’ve got a build I’m still gathering material for, but the neck is compound radius with 16” at the 22nd fret, so need something that isn’t 7.25 or 9.5 fixed.

It is fully adjustable, yes. Go and check the first page on this thread for more details, the 4th post has what you’re looking for, with pictures

[gibs]

Just to be certain as I havent seen a lot of talk on it, but these do have individual height adjustment as well correct? I’ve got a build I’m still gathering material for, but the neck is compound radius with 16” at the 22nd fret, so need something that isn’t 7.25 or 9.5 fixed.

It is fully adjustable, yes. Go and check the first page on this thread for more details, the 4th post has what you’re looking for, with pictures

Thanks, the one thing I’m just now realizing, I haven’t found any mention of e to E spacing, I’d assume modern 2 1/8, but not sure.

[Deed_Poll]

Hey Gibs!

Indeed, the saddles are individually height-adjustable and locking. The string spacing is 52mm - and if you have a Warmoth neck, those end up at around 18" radius at the bridge, which is comfortably within the adjustment range!

Cheers

[rank]

It looks great! I can't wait to try it out!

[Shadoweclipse13]

I got the email, and I am already drooling. This thing is absolutely amazing.

Sorry I forgot to text you back yet Dan! This week has kinda sucked!

[OffYourFace]

let's talk about engineering

Hi Daniel, I have a question. I'd like to know about the nuts on the bottom. Is it possible that they'll fall out of you adjust the screw too far? I can't really tell what's going on from the pics but that was the only part I was unclear on. I apologize if you explained this and I missed it.

[gibs]

Anybody go today to get an idea what retail will be? Waiting on my final batch of purchases in order to know if this is gonna be in the budget or not.