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Bigsby B5 on Les Paul?


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Yep, much cooler looking with the B7. I hate to admit that it matters to me, but it does.

 

So if either will work, why is the B7 preferred for Les Pauls (other than aesthetics)? What's the difference?

 

Also, how do you determine if you have enough break angle for a B3, is it just a matter of trial and error?

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Yep, much cooler looking with the B7. I hate to admit that it matters to me, but it does.


So if either will work, why is the B7 preferred for Les Pauls (other than aesthetics)? What's the difference?


Also, how do you determine if you have enough break angle for a B3, is it just a matter of trial and error?

 

 

I prefer the b5. B7s put a very steep break over the bridge which can make the bigsby feel stiff and not return to pitch as easily. It may look cooler, but it's functionally inferior.

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