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Chris Ensor
PostPosted: Fri Mar 15, 2019 9:45 am 
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What are some of the common bridge string spacing at the bridge for classicals and ukes?

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For Classicals 57mm is very common, though some makers go a little wider, like 59mm.
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My Tenor ukes are 1-13/16" --- 46mm at bridge.

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Mine are slightly narrower on ukes at 44 mm. I believe you can also use the stew mac string spacer ruler to lay out your spacing on the bridge saddle . Check with stew mac.
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