Charvel setup

[AndyK]

I use 10's on my SD-1, here is what I measure (thanks to my handy 64ths metal precision ruler)

1st fret - 1/64th
6th fret - 1/32
12th fret - 1/16th

No shims, sandpaper, etc.

[shortguy]

Thanks Andy. I just left mine around 5/64 low and 4/64 high. By the way, I should note that mine is a second batch candy blue. I took the nut off and instead of sandpaper shims they were metal. I removed them. I dont get any buzz so maybe it'll work. However, when intonating and almost getting it tuned up and rocking again, I think I stripped the G string saddle screw. Tightened so far then went loose. I hope I didnt strip the hole out. So I ordered some more screws. There's another five days it wont be played. Maximum frustration.

[shortguy]

That's 5/64 low 12th fret and 4/64 high also 12th.

[shortguy]

I forgot to say. Before i started tuning and the G string saddle screwing up, I had to repair a broken wire in the controls. The Volume pot feel like it's going to screw up soon. These are not 1100.00 guitars people.

[AndyK]

I forgot to say. Before i started tuning and the G string saddle screwing up, I had to repair a broken wire in the controls. The Volume pot feel like it's going to screw up soon. These are not 1100.00 guitars people.

I agree - the electronics in mine are not impressive. I ordered a CTS volume pot to replace my off-center, hard to turn stock pot. The soldering in mine seems sloppy and not done well too. All fixable, but not first rate old-school Charvel quality by far.

As for the G string saddle, try removing one of the other saddle screws and see if it tightens up in the missing one. If it doesn't, time for an OFR upgrade!

[shortguy]

I was afraid you'd say that. If I need a OFR can you suggest the best. Damn.

[shortguy]

Just a stripped screw. I'd still appreciate your all suggestions on a OFR when it comes to that. Notice I said when.

[slash]

There is only one OFR!

[shortguy]

I thought there was Gotoh and Schaller

[joelayres]

There is only one OFR!

And here it is:

http://www.warmoth.com/hardware/bridges/bridges.cfm?fuseaction=bridges_floyd_original

[VitaminG]

I thought there was Gotoh and Schaller

Gotoh & Schaller licensed Floyds are not Original Floyd Roses (OFRs)

[AndyK]

Right, Warmoth has the best price on an OFR (the one and only). If it says Schaller, it's not an OFR (although Schaller makes the OFR). Go figure!

I plan on comparing my Korean Floyd with the OFR I should be getting tonight. Weight, plate thickness, etc, for anyone who cares. Nothing scientific, just an examination using a ruler and scale.

[shortguy]

Thanks. Tell us how it goes Andy.

[shortguy]

Make sure you tell us about the string spacing.

[dg]

The string spacing is identical to a a Schaller-made OFR. The weight comparison will be interesting, because I'd like to know if these trems are exactly the same as the "Floyd Rose Special" trems that Guitarpartsdepot.com sells for $89. They have diecast zinc saddles and sustain block, which should make the trem lighter. Here are some fantastic side-by-side comparison shots that Mike (XSSIVE) took when he reviewed his production Charvel:

http://www.seymourduncan.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1858492&postcount=5