Are whammy bars and tremolo bars the same?
You may have heard whammy bars referred to as vibrato bars and tremolo bars interchangeably. Technically, tremolo is an oscillation of volume, and vibrato is an oscillation of the pitch itself. The terms are used synonymously, but the correct definition for the mechanism we’re talking about here is vibrato.
Do whammy bars fit all guitars?
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. All guitars are different and the method for installing a tailpiece could be different.
Are tremolo bars necessary?
are they necessary for metal? No, they are not necessary, but no they cannot be replaced by intense vibrato. They allow you to bend DOWN, a very nice feature.
Do all stratocasters have a whammy bar?
Those all come with a tremolo arm. Short answer: Most of them do. Longer answer: Strats have had the tremolo since day one. At times, Fender has offered ‘hardtail’ Strats – no tremolo – where the bridge was just screwed directly to the body.
Why is it called a tremolo bar?
When Leo Fender came out with the Stratocaster and Fender twin amp, he called the whammy bar a tremolo and the amp had a tremolo effect built in that he called vibrato.
How important is a tremolo?
Guitars with tremolo bridges give players direct control over the pitch of the strings and can be used to create a much more diverse range of sounds as compared to the standard, non-tremolo bridge.
Is it worth having a whammy bar?
It’s another tool in your arsenal. It’s also helpful if you struggle with vibrato while bending a note. So yes, it’s worth it. Get a good one, because a bad one will go out of tune a lot easier than a good one.
What is the trademark number for Danelectro?
Some Danelectro guitar components are reproduced under license of U.S. Trademark Number 2,411,842. Danelectro sometimes provides free products to beta testers who may later express their views on these products on the web or in print. Prices and specs subject to change.
How do I contact Danelectro for warranty service?
For all warranty service inquiries, please visit Danelectro.com or reach out directly to [email protected] . Q: I want to properly set up my Danelectro Guitar, Bass, and Baritone. Do you have any specs or measurements to assist in doing this?
How good is the quality control on the newer Danos?
In my opinion, the quality control on these newer Danos is as good as the earlier reissues. They are however, very different guitars in many respects. Let’s face it, you can’t compare a vintage Dano made in Neptune, New Jersey with any Dano that’s been made since! Q: I own a 59-DC and the side tape is lifting up especially around the cutaway areas.