Bridge Information

RG, GRX: Standard Guitar Tremolo

To replace strings, thread the new strings through the string holes located on the back of the guitar. The
strings are then threaded through the tremolo block and up and over the saddle. The intonation can be
adjusted by moving the saddle forward or backward using a Phillips head (+) screwdriver on the
adjustment screw at the rear of the bridge. String height is controlled by using a wrench to raise or lower
the small Allen screws on either side of the saddle. A standard tremolo can be adjusted so that the pitch
can be raised when the tremolo arm is pulled up to loosen the tremolo springs located under the tremolo
plate on the back of the guitar. One disadvantage of this procedure is that it can cause the pitch to go
sharp if the string breaks. To remedy this, adjust the tremolo plate so it sits flush on the body by tightening
the tremolo springs. Choose the number and placement of the tremolo springs according to the string
gauge and the tremolo adjustment as follows. (The factory's set up standard varies according to the model.

GAX: Shortstop II Bridge

To change strings, thread new strings through the string holes in the bridge. The saddle lock down screw (A)
locks the saddles. Loosen the saddle lock down screw when adjusting the intonation. Tighten the screw after
adjustment. The intonation can be adjusted by loosening the saddle lock screw and sliding the saddle forward
or backward, then tightening the saddle lock screw. Shortstop II bridges also have adjustment screws (B) for
overall intonation at the rear of the bridge. String height is controlled by raising or lowering the two studs on
either side of the bridge. Use a Slot head (-) screwdriver to turn the stud clockwise to lower the strings or
counter clockwise to raise the bridge.

GAX: Full Tune II Guitar Bridge and Standard Bar Tailpiece

To replace strings, thread the new strings through the string holes located on the back of the tailpiece and bring
them up and over the saddle. The intonation can be adjusted by moving the saddle forward or backward using
a Slot head (-) screwdriver on the adjustment screw at the rear of the bridge. String height is controlled by raising
or lowering the two height adjustment spinners on either side of the bridge (A). The height adjustment of the bar
tailpiece can be raised or lowered using the two height adjustment studs on either side of the tailpiece (D).

GSR: Standard Bass Bridge

To replace the strings, thread the new strings through the string holes located on the back of the tailpiece, and
bring them up and over the saddle. The intonation can be adjusted by moving the saddle forward or backward
using a Phillips head (+) screwdriver on the adjustment screw at the rear of the bridge. String height is controlled
by using a wrench to raise or lower the small Allen screws on either side of the saddle.

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