What size whammy bar do I need?

You will need to use calipers to measure the arm or the arm hole. Measure in mm if it’s a metric tremolo or in inches if it’s USA made. You can go to any machine shop or Fastenal store for the measurement. Your arm diameter choices are generally 5mm, 5.5mm or 6mm for metric and 3/16” or 1/4” for USA.

Do whammy bars fit all guitars?

No, most whammy bars (sway or vibrato bars as they are also called) are primarily designed to fit on specific guitar brand(s) style design as specified by each manufacturer. e.i. “Fender” makes several different design guitars, but not will use the same whammy bar, each according to its design.

Are all whammy bars the same?

The different types of whammy bars There are two main types of whammy bars – detachable like Fender and Floyd Rose, and those that go with a tailpiece, like a Bigsby. More broadly, there are four main types – Fender floating and synchronized designs, Bigsby, and locking – like Floyd Rose and Kahler.

How do I remove the tremolo pop on my arm?

While the bridge is removed, locate the retainer clip from the back of the bridge and, using a thin ruler or straight edge, carefully force the clip out of the slot. By pushing straight out against the rounded part of the clip, you’ll be able to force it loose and remove it easily.

Does whammy bar damage guitar?

Conclusion. As you can see, whammy bars are perfectly fine. There is no any harm whatsoever a whammy bar can do to your guitar. Of course, you can notice some tuning stability issues when you use it, but it’s probably not because of a whammy bar itself.

How do I know if my guitar has a whammy bar?

Take a look at the bridge of your guitar. The bridge is near the bottom of the body and is where the strings’ ends are held. You should see a small hole, if your guitar is able to hold a whammy bar. Some guitars come with a permanent whammy bar that cannot be removed.

How tight should a whammy bar be set up?

A whammy bar that is not set up correctly can lead to issues with your bridge. Some whammy bars don’t require to be screwed on to the bridge. For these bars, you simply insert them into the slot and you’re ready to rock. If you have a whammy bar that screws in, make it tight, but not too tight.

Can you put a whammy bar on a Fender Telecaster?

If you have a Fender Telecaster or Stratocaster, you’ll be better off letting the music store fit the whammy bar. Many whammy bars look the same, but come in different sizes and fits. Les Paul guitars require you install a tailpiece onto the bridge and body to hold the whammy bar.

How many bends are there in a guitar arm?

The arm design is simple; generally arms have 2 bends in them but can have more if needed for a purpose. Starting at the butt end, the first bend is about ½” to ¾” above the tremolo and is the bend that angles the arm down toward the headstock. The bend is almost a 90 degree angle.