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Here we are removing the strings from this brand new Seagull guitar.
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In The Build Process
Seagull Redux
This project has the goal of replacing the standard bridge and saddle with a Portland Guitar Split Saddle Bridge.
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I took the bridge apart to see what we see. This is a standard straight line saddle with a piezoelectric pickup under the saddle.
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This is what we want the current saddle to look like.
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Here I am using the CNC Router to create the individual saddle plates.
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And then making the individual saddles.
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We put them together.
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Next I turned my attention to making the template that I will use to guide the router as it cuts the channel in the existing bridge.
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Having learned from experience I make a test cut to make sure everything fits just right.
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The test channel with the individual saddles.
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A good fit.
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I will use the template in this general purpose fixture that suspends the template over the existing bridge. Once I am confident I have it in the right place...
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This is the hardware that centers the fixture.
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The insert.
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Three stiff cushions to support the fixture without damaging the finish.
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Fixture in place.
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Exercise bands to secure the fixture.
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And a C-clamp for good measure.
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I drill out the pin holes to a standard size...
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and fit ebony plugs in the old holes.
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They get glued in and the gaps filled with ebony dust.
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Sanded flush.
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Now everything get put together.
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I take a deep breath...
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and cut the new channel.
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Success!
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The drill again... for the bridge pins.
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After a bit of concentrated setup the guitar is finished.
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