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Old 03-01-2011, 05:43 PM
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Default Bone saddle?

Will installing a bone saddle in a nylon guitar have the same effect as it would in a steel string? Does it effect the sound at all?
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Old 03-01-2011, 05:56 PM
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Will installing a bone saddle in a nylon guitar have the same effect as it would in a steel string? Does it effect the sound at all?
Yes, the harder the saddle..the more overtones you will get, even nylon...Solo
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Old 03-04-2011, 01:33 AM
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I had a bone nut and saddle installed in my Lapatrie Hybrid it made a noticeable difference. Price was around 120$ installed not a bad deal.
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Old 03-05-2011, 01:45 PM
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not the hot ticket for a bridge pick up. I think a synthetic is better...just my opinion
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