Hi everyone. I think this is my first post in this forum. I know some about setup work, but not so much other aspects that are more related to building or modifying. I'm thinking I will get the best advice here in this forum from you pros who build and do repairs.
Is it possible to convert pretty much any soprano uke that has a slotted bridge to one that will be a string through?
If so, is it just as simple as drilling holes down through the top in between the slots already there?
I have seen inside quite a few guitars, but not so much ukes. I'm not sure if the string through ones need to have a special bridge plate or what. The uke specifically in question here would be a Martin OX (HPL material) soprano I'll be trying. I'll be adding geared tuners, if I keep it, and doing a bit of nut and saddle work probably. I do have experience with those things, and good tools for them. I'm just thinking about going farther and doing this bridge mod if it is reasonable. I just really like the idea of string through vs. attaching with the standard slots.
Thanks in advance for reading this and any thoughts or advice. If you think this would be a stupid idea, with good reason not to do it, feel free to tell me that too. Ha.
Is it possible to convert pretty much any soprano uke that has a slotted bridge to one that will be a string through?
If so, is it just as simple as drilling holes down through the top in between the slots already there?
I have seen inside quite a few guitars, but not so much ukes. I'm not sure if the string through ones need to have a special bridge plate or what. The uke specifically in question here would be a Martin OX (HPL material) soprano I'll be trying. I'll be adding geared tuners, if I keep it, and doing a bit of nut and saddle work probably. I do have experience with those things, and good tools for them. I'm just thinking about going farther and doing this bridge mod if it is reasonable. I just really like the idea of string through vs. attaching with the standard slots.
Thanks in advance for reading this and any thoughts or advice. If you think this would be a stupid idea, with good reason not to do it, feel free to tell me that too. Ha.
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