GSI (Guitar Scene Investigation) Case #71 Harmony Stratotone Blues. My man Phil Caivano from the band Monster Magnet brought me his Harmony Stratotone because the stock bridge was damping the sustain, clarity and tone not to mention the intonation was far from accurate. It was just an old wooden bridge with deep slots cut into it. Phil and the band are going into the studio to cut a new album and he really wants to use this guitar. After much debate about which type of bridge to use Phil decided on using a Hofner guitar bridge chose this for a few reasons: 1- First and foremost it looks cool. 2- The small frets on top of the bridge will add some clarity to the sound (but not too much like a TOM) and there is some control over intonation. The end result worked out very well.
This is a photo of the finished product. The action was nice and low and the guitar played more accurately in tune. The Hofner bridge had a great look and went with the overall vibe of the guitar very nicely. I love it when it all works out!!
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My shop is located at 1 Executive Dr Unit L Toms River, NJ 08755
Please feel free to email me if you have any questions or are in need of some tech work.
- Monday: 10am - 5pm
- Tuesday: 10am - 5pm
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: 10am - 5pm
- Friday: 10am - 5pm
- Saturday 10am - 2pm. (I am in every other Saturday).
I am also an Eminence, Mercury Magnetics, Mojo Musical Supply dealer.
I do all the tech work myself so you deal directly with me. I am a one man shop and my hours can vary so please contact me to confirm that I will be open.
Email me: billy@300guitars.com
Call or text me: 848-218-0362
Shipping Info for all repair work:
Please ship all repairs to: 1 Executive Dr Unit L Toms River, NJ 08755
I am currently offering all phases of guitar work which includes:
- Set-ups
- Fret dressing
- Re-fretting
- New hand cut custom bone nuts & saddles
- Electronics work
And amplifier work which includes:
- Basic maintenance
- Bias adjustment
- Repairs and restorations
- Modifications
- And more....
Testimonials:
David Nicholas - The 20watt amp is sounding fantastic! Delivered the goods at the gig and I'm finding cool tones all over the place with it. Love the cab w Emenince Tonkerlites too- perfect for my sounds! Makes the 12 string sound like a grand piano!
Peter Lacis - I had an audition for something recently that was all about Led Zeppelin I -- my custom Pennalizer BLEW THE MINDS of the guys I was playing with. They couldn't believe the sounds coming out of that amp. That album was never in my mind when I came up with the idea....so that's yet another testament to the amazing work that you do.
Scott Goldberg - I am very satisfied with the set-up, and the fast turn around. With the "lower" action it feels easier to play. I will definitely spread the word.