jacobchoi96 Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 wat kind of bigsby do i need to install on an es-335 if u install the bigsby do u have to chage the brige? can u install it with the vibramate??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoConMan Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 I'm gonna guess the B-3, since it screws on at the strap pin and lays across the top. The B-7 has screws that bolt it to the top behind the bridge, I don't know if a 335 center block extends that far. I recommend calling Gibson Customer Service at (800) 444-2766, they're there 24/7. Either Bigsby will work with the factory bridge, but you might look for a roller bridge to replace it. I know nothing about the Vibramate. Here's a couple that I have, they came on the guitars from the factory. 2000 Guild Starfire III 1968 Kustom K-200 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dub-T-123 Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 Ive seen a 335 with a Vibramate-mounted Bigsby before. Because of the arched top, the tail end of the Bigsby has a little gap between in and the top. Not really a big deal. You can use the original bridge but, like Neo said, you may want to change it to a roller bridge to help with tuning stability. So you have to weigh out your options. The vibramate Bigsby mounts straight into the existing stopbar holes and is reversable. The b-3 will require you to drill holes and will leave gaping holes where the stopbar used to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacobchoi96 Posted February 23, 2010 Author Share Posted February 23, 2010 thanx for ur help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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