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    Mannmade Bridge for S2 - worth it?

    Ahhh. Cool. Thx.
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    Mannmade Bridge for S2 - worth it?

    So, the PRS/Mann with the Brass Block or the NOS? I can't tell from the website the differences or why one cost $50 more than the other. Looks like the NOS doesn't have a block. Yet it's floating. Weird.
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    Mannmade Bridge for S2 - worth it?

    I'm honored :-) Thanks!
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    Mannmade Bridge for S2 - worth it?

    Wow, thanks so much for the quick reply. Well, I'd say the intonation seems fine (though I haven't checked in a while). As for the tone, it's one of those situations where I haven't played a core so I don't know if there is something missing or not (or simply could be better). I have mine set...
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    Mannmade Bridge for S2 - worth it?

    Hi There, So I see a million threads about folks with SE's getting Mann made bridges, but not really about S2. I have an S2c24. I like it, and have always thought the bridge was fine, but ran across the Mann made bridges and heard that they are as good or better than core, etc. Is this...
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    S2 C24+57/08=SG (not a pop quiz) ;-)

    The pups on my S2 sounded flat to me - no resonance, compressed spectrum kind of thing. So, first I changed strings, then pots and wiring, then magnets, only now going to new pups. But, like you, it plays beautifully. It just feels like such a quality instrument. I seem to mod most...
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    S2 C24+57/08=SG (not a pop quiz) ;-)

    Smart thinking! It's funny, I spent about 2 hours last night going through various permutations with some modeling software I have to answer this exact issue. What it comes down to is actually 'does the dry sound feel right?' I think for me, either it sings or it doesn't. My best sounding...
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    S2 C24+57/08=SG (not a pop quiz) ;-)

    You and RevBilly point (indirectly) to what is perhaps the bigger issue - either not knowing exactly what I want, or more likely, not knowing how to reconcile that with what I'm hearing. I guess I was a bit taken by the notion of trying to get a 'true' PRS type sound - with a classic vibe. So...
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    S2 C24+57/08=SG (not a pop quiz) ;-)

    Changed my strings to 10s. Definitely took the sting out. Still think they are a poor choice for me. Let's see how Amazon does with pickup returns. Thanks again for all your suggestions.
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    S2 C24+57/08=SG (not a pop quiz) ;-)

    I'll check the multi later. Definitely wired right - coil taps sound like - well, coil tapped humbuckers (lower output, less of a 'full bodied' sound, maybe a bit strat-like). Good thoughts. Thanks! I'm loath to mess with them too much. If they were cheaper I'd replace the magnets to try to...
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    S2 C24+57/08=SG (not a pop quiz) ;-)

    It's a resonant guitar - I can feel it in my chest even unplugged but I don't know how to characterize the unplugged sound. I always play with D'Adarrio 9s. I thought I'd put on some 10s today to see if that matters. I have a pack of Gilmour 10.5 boomers around here somewhere as well. If my...
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    S2 C24+57/08=SG (not a pop quiz) ;-)

    Hey, that's totally cool of you - thanks. Cool sound with your MC. Yeah, I'm not there yet. ;-) Keep rockin!
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    S2 C24+57/08=SG (not a pop quiz) ;-)

    Hey there, So, A bit of a follow up for everyone who has been so kind helping with pickup choices and what have you. I got my 57's, installed them covered - tuned up struck a chord... and was puzzled. None of the 'warmth' everyone talks about, instead VERY serious treble. Articulate and...
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    57/08 covered or uncovered?

    Very helpful - thank you! I need to make some sort of adjustment. They have a great sound, but they are so damn bright it's overwhelming. I have the tone turned down to 1 on the bridge just so I'm not drowning. Lowered the e,b,g strings a bit but still it is an insanley trebley (is that a...
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    57/08 covered or uncovered?

    There is one weird thing. I got the 57's and installed them. The screws that come with the neck are too short. (they include longer ones for the bridge) The neck ring that comes with the S2C24 is about 5 mm. So, even if you are just at the ends of the screws the strings are pretty much...
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