Bridge distance measurement

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Andy C
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Bridge distance measurement

Post by Andy C » Wed Aug 31, 2016 8:30 pm

What is the actual measurement for placing the bridge ?
And, where is the measurement taken ?
My bridge setter says 25.4 Martin Long Scale and I would assume the measurement Is from the inside if the Nut to the inside of the bridge saddle. Am I correct ? The setter reads 25.4 but when I use the setter and measure the distance it measures 25.5.
Thanks in advance !
Andy
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ken cierp
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Re: Bridge distance measurement

Post by ken cierp » Wed Aug 31, 2016 9:32 pm

The Martin long scale length is actually 25.34" the number engraved on the back side of the bridge setter ------- The tool is labeled 25.4" which is the nominal scale length used for advertising etc. The Bridge Setter tool places the saddle at the correct compensated distance from the nut.
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