Bongo5 with a Kahler

[novaks]

Hi guys,

Has anyone installed... (or tried to) a Kahler Tremelo Bridge System on a Bongo 5 yet?

I'm wondering if there is a flat spot big enough and whether you would use the 2505 (forward saddle) or the 2415 (rearward saddle)???

Best,
jn

 

[EBMM7181]

Now........ why would you try to '' improve '' an already Perfect bass guitar?

 

[bassmonkeee]

Now........ why would you try to '' improve '' an already Perfect bass guitar?

Um...Because it doesn't come with pre-installed whammy technology, maybe?
Just because I don't need one doesn't mean that someone else doesn't.

Re: the Kahler

I haven't tried to add a tremolo to a Bongo, but I can tell you that there isn't much room between the front of the bridge and the pickguard, so you might be looking at having to modify the pickguard to get it to fit with one on there. I can't think of any reason why it wouldn't work, but I would definitely get the installation manual for the Kahlers. They should have the required clearances needed to install on a standard 34" scale bass.

Provide those numbers and we can take measurements to see if it will fit. It will void your warranty, so be sure that's something you are okay with, too.

 

[midopa]

that's an interesting mod! I think Dave laRue has a Bongo with a tremolo. Post pics if you do it!

 

[Colin]

Go for it!!!!

 

[Bill]

Welcome to the forum, my neighbor to the west!

 

[adouglas]

If you do it, remember:

This thread is worthless without clips.