Clawhammer Banjo Bridge
TWO DESIGNS. ONE FOR STEEL STRINGS. ONE FOR NYLON STRINGS
These handmade custom bridges are made for the dedicated frailing/clawhammer style players. Handmade with a raised fifth string for ease of playing. The raised 5th string helps to prevent the thumb making that unwanted sound when it scrapes the head. A preferred alternative by many to scooping out the fingerboard.
The bridges are available in a choice of two heights 1/2″ or 5/8″.
The 5th string ridge is 1/16″ high.
£12.95
| Weight | 0.0015 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.5 × .5 × 1.6 cm |
| Type/Size | 1/2" Nylon Strung, 5/8" Nylon Strung, 1/2" Steel Strung, 5/8th Steel Strung |
Product Details
Space from 1st to 5th string is 1” 11/16th
CLAWHAMMER BRIDGE FOR STEEL STRINGS
An ebony top on mature maple gives a superb tone.
CLAWHAMMER BRIDGE FOR NYLON STRINGS
Made from very mature maple, without the ebony top, producing a superb tone.
If your instrument needs a bridge any lower than 1/2" then the action needs to be adjusted.
Postage to UK Destinations: FREE
European and International Orders sent Royal Mail International Standard Airmail. If required, it is the responsibility of the customer to pay any taxes or import duties for customs clearance.
Jake Glanville (verified owner) –
I play zither banjo and have done so for the past 60 odd years. I have used Clifford Essex bridges since they were first re-introduced and as far as I am concerned they are easily the best on the market, in some cases completely transforming the instrument. Previously I’ve had to import from the USA at twice the price. I see some CE bridges are seemingly exactly the same as those I’ve seen in an 1895 catalogue, and believe me, those old timers knew what constituted a decent bridge (I have used some).
My most recent acquisition is a Clifford Essex 5/8 clawhammer bridge for nylon strings. I use Nylgut which suits my wallet best. The banjo is an 1895 W Temlett tuned fA*FAC.
Once again I would describe the outcome as Excellent! The raised groove for the 5th string is a brilliant idea. For me it makes everything in clawhammer banjo so much easier and relaxed. If you play clawhammer, especially if you’re just starting out, give these bridges a try regardless of the kind of banjo you have. You may find that the whole process has suddenly become a whole new heap of joy. Simples!
I would recommend these bridges without reservation.
Black Jake of Norwich, England.