Doesn't the OFR 6-string bridge have a radius of 12", and 20" for the 7-string? Wouldn't that be another reason not to use them since they kept the 17" radius?
I'm guessing they went back to the 15" radius? Or does FR now make a 17" bridge? I feel like larger frets would pull in more first-time JP users than the change in trem system.
Ah yes, I'm well aware of the actual tonewood combinations! I'm just curious to hear from someone who has played both, as I'd have to travel at least four hours to try either one.
So beautiful. The neck is my favourite bit, for some reason. I have a feeling you'll click with the multiscale once you start playing in standing and classical positions. Plain old missionary is for single-scale guitars.
I play a BFR 7 with a painted neck and I honestly don't feel a difference -- they do a really fantastic job. By far the most comfortable 7-string neck I've ever tried.
My favourite death metal band from recent years. Beautiful tones! I know they used a Custom 24 for most of the leads on the new EP, but does anyone know what sort of RG they're using to track rhythms?
You're definitely on the right path. I use the Hybrid Slinky set (9-46) with a 56 for the low B. It's wonderful for leads and rhythm alike (the lighter gauge on the unwound strings is necessary as I use a lot of wide vibrato and full-step bends in my lead playing).
I'd go a bit heavier on the...