Is it worth it? : TonePros AVT2G CH review

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Is it worth it? : TonePros AVT2G CH review

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- I was asked by one of my viewers if I could do a review of this TonePros AVT2G CH. I was not going to do it initially, but considering the almost total absence of videos on this bridge, I decided to do it. There are a few things worth mentioning, which I cover in this video.
The guitar being upgraded is my 2015 Gibson Les Paul Junior. I've put in some money to make that guitar something worth keeping. This Tonepros bridge is hopefully the last upgrade needed.
Here are the specs for this Tonepros System II:
- Fits without modification for USA guitars with Standard Center Stud Mound bridges
- Clean intonation and harmonic overtones
- Bolt spacing: 82 mm (3 2/8")
- String distance: 10.4 mm (4/8")
- Finish: chrome
- Includes SS1 locking studs, Allen key and TonePros "Heighten & Tighten" key
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@TheToneLounge 2 жыл бұрын

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@thehowardtam 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I need, perfect timing

@TheToneLounge 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome. It's coming out tomorrow.

@jerryverser2391 2 жыл бұрын

That is a beautiful guitar. Sounds tight. Great upgrades!

@TheToneLounge 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the upgrades were well worth it.

@sniffrat3646 2 жыл бұрын

String changing is never my favourite job either. I feel your frustration. Still loving that Jnr

@TheToneLounge 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, that Junior is really cool. I always poke myself in the fingers with the strings and bleed all over the place. lol

@jovanstepic9439 21 күн бұрын

After watching this video, I decided to go with the same bridge you bought. It's for my 2022 Gibson Les Paul Jr.I also have a question, is your tuning stability improved a lot after installing this particular bridge? Because, that's all I'm after.

@Rotary_Phone Жыл бұрын

Nice! If you're happy with it, that's all that matters. I'd be happy with it too.

@TheToneLounge Жыл бұрын

It's a great bridge and highly recommend it.

@jovanstepic9439 Ай бұрын

Hey there, I’m thinking about buying a TonePros AVT2P N Wraparound Bridge for my Les Paul Jr. I’m having some tuning stability issues so I wonder would this type of upgrade help clearing out the problem ? Thanks in advance

@jeff9771 23 күн бұрын

Funny enough I’ve switched from a tonepros (I upgraded) back to a lightning wrap around, yes stability is a little worse but I love the original look on my 1960’s sg Melody maker

@n34z3r 19 күн бұрын

Tonepros AVT2G or Tonepros AVT2G CH? I'm going on based on video title. I have a Epoch and this looks perfect to install. Doing the same as you in taking a guitar thats cheap (price not quality) and upgrading.

@akrmfk 2 жыл бұрын

I've used tonepros on 2 of my epiphone guitars. Didnt quite notice tonal upgrade, but can vouch on tuning stability n ease of bridge adjustment.

@TheToneLounge 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, same here. I can't hear a difference in tone, but I can hear the difference in tuning stability.

@ramencurry6672 Жыл бұрын

The main reason why I would get it is improving the intonation in case if the stock bridge can’t fine tune it.

@tonymarinelli7304 Жыл бұрын

Love that guitar

@TheToneLounge Жыл бұрын

Les Paul Jr and Specials are awesome guitars.

@tonymarinelli7304 Жыл бұрын

@@TheToneLounge yes indeed

@ziggamaras Жыл бұрын

Feed all the strings first on the bridge then place the bridge on the guitar

@TheToneLounge Жыл бұрын

That's a smarter approach. :)

@Geoooooooo91 2 жыл бұрын

My SG Special has the same bridge (but in chrome) and if I fret too hard on bar chords etc. the notes get pulled sharp - I'm not sure if it's the nut or the bridge or both but this seems like a worthwhile upgrade! Thank you for the informative video 🙏

@TheToneLounge 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure George. Bringing it to a tech would definitely help. Sometimes a proper setup is all the guitar needs. If your bridge tilts forward, then this is a great replacement that does help with tuning and action issues.

@JPNYC4 Жыл бұрын

Will this fit on my Epiphone les Paul jr? Mine has a similar bridge to the one your guitar had pre replacement.

@johndaugherty4127 Жыл бұрын

Are your strings seated in the nut properly? You may have to file out the channels a wee bit.

@MadAlhazred 2 ай бұрын

Anyone know the size of the saddle adjustment screws?

@johndaugherty4127 Жыл бұрын

Great video. The only reason I would buy a Gibson is that nothing gets the sound they have. Interesting that you changed the pick up.

@TheToneLounge Жыл бұрын

The P90 in mine was very different than what we associate as a standard P90.The 2015 models had a design called a "slug" pole P90. They were flat pole and for some reason it sounded more like a standard single coil. This design was originally introduced in 1947, and was used on hollowbody guitars. On a solid body guitar, they sounded different. Hence why I had a P90 made to 50/60's specs.

@kenoguitar41 11 ай бұрын

I just put this bridge in my SG special with the aim to fix intonation and be more accurate. It does a great job at that, but somehow it lost some resonance and the sound of the bridge pickup became a bit more brittle, not sure if it’s because the space between the bridge pickup and the bridge is more narrow now. Another thing I noticed was that it did change the feel of the guitar as well so I think I’ll go back to the original bridge and maybe look for another solution, was wondering if you had any other bridges in mind before this one? Great video by the way thanks so much for your knowledge and taking time to make videos like this!!

@TheToneLounge 11 ай бұрын

Sadly, I have not tried any other bridges. Do you have any idea what caused the tonal change? I don't remember hearing a tonal change with mine.

@kenoguitar41 11 ай бұрын

@@TheToneLounge to be honest I am not sure, the only thing I have changed is the bridge but it just feel different :( I’ll give it a month or so to see if maybe I am just being picky haha thanks for replying!!! :)

@walterrizotto8668 10 ай бұрын

What matters is the distance between the pickup and the saddles. As the bridge itself is bigger, any other physical difference is purely cosmetic.

@cornnflaek3271 9 күн бұрын

I saw somewhere that you need to file your own grooves in the saddle on the tonepros, is this true and if so, is it hard to get right?

@TheToneLounge 9 күн бұрын

@cornnflaek3271 that may be true where you are intending to put a bigger size gauge of strings. If you use 9s or 10s then it works just fine. At least, it did for me.

@RavenMadd9 2 жыл бұрын

great guitar .....frigg people's opinions........rock on

@TheToneLounge 2 жыл бұрын

I've never cared more for people's opinions unless I seek it. :)

@charlesbolin7249 11 ай бұрын

Schaller Signum, I would have said Schaller 456T aka Badass like I have on my SG Special, but they don't make it anymore.

@brandonanderson2066 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great guitar dude. It's unfortunate you had to upgrade so many things but a p90 gibby is a beautiful thing. The music you used for the background sounded like some bluesy jazz, what was it?

@TheToneLounge 2 жыл бұрын

It's one of the royalty free songs from the KZfaq library.

@MrPickup12 2 жыл бұрын

I doubt the original bridge is titanium. More likely zink pot metal or Zamak. Titanium is expensive and wouldn't be used on a budget instrument.

@TheToneLounge 2 жыл бұрын

It's Zamak. My replacement nut is titanium.

@ijamsum Жыл бұрын

To adjust the bridge nuts i use a quarter so you cannot scratch the nut with soft metal like a quarter ! Removing the bridge nut inserts you use a short brass rod and screw the nut down on the rod which pulls the insert right out of the wood evenly and carefully then insert the inserts that come with your new wrap around bridge.

@DavidV63 10 ай бұрын

The next question could be : Does this bridge can help to install a Bigsby on a Les Paul Junior or Special ?

@TheToneLounge 10 ай бұрын

Sadly, I am not able to answer this question.

@fordhammie Жыл бұрын

Great video...What about the radius of the tone pros? I'm looking for one to match the radius of my PRS Singlecut, of which is, 10" and these tone pros are usually radiused to 12". Is this even a factor?

@TheToneLounge Жыл бұрын

I think there is a version of these for the PRS models. Perhaps you can find the info on their website?

@fordhammie Жыл бұрын

@@TheToneLounge ok thank you 😊

@ltgray2780 2 жыл бұрын

Can you tell me what size allen wrench is needed to set the bridge? I lost mine and I'm pretty sure it's metric.

@TheToneLounge 2 жыл бұрын

I'll see if I can help you once I get back home from vacation. Have you contacted the company for the answer?

@danielguimaraes8705 8 ай бұрын

Hi, one question: if I have to move a bit the bridge with the allen kry to fix intonation issues, do I have to unlock the top of the bridge an release all the strings? Thank you.

@TheToneLounge 8 ай бұрын

Releasing the tension from the strings is definitely smart.

@danielguimaraes8705 8 ай бұрын

@@TheToneLounge thank you, but do I have to unlock the top with a screw or just use the allen key?

@TheToneLounge 8 ай бұрын

@@danielguimaraes8705 I'm not sure. Have you looked on their website for some instructions?

@danielguimaraes8705 8 ай бұрын

@TheToneLounge thank you , I just wrote them an email. But I'll try to release the strings and see if it moves gently the way it is.

@pwrmac7600 5 ай бұрын

@@danielguimaraes8705 I am sure you have your answer by now, but yes, the locking posts are clamping down onto the bridge to hold it in place. so before any attempts are made to adjust the bridge via the allen screws, you should "unclamp" the bridge from the posts. As far as loosening the strings, everyone will tell you yes. but for minor moves i don't find it necessary.

@timelanguid4813 Жыл бұрын

The first bridge was compensated, was that not good enough?

@TheToneLounge Жыл бұрын

No, I had an extra tilt on top of it all. Plus, I change tunings a lot, with the original bridge, the intonation got wonky.

@moonvals Жыл бұрын

Hi. I just bought i Les paul special and the intonation is horrable. Do you still recoment this bridge ?

@TheToneLounge Жыл бұрын

100%

@moonvals Жыл бұрын

@@TheToneLounge okey nice. Thank you

@TheToneLounge Жыл бұрын

Let me know if you get to try it. I'd love to hear your thoughts.

@peterbuckley4690 Жыл бұрын

Good for left handed guitar?

@TheToneLounge Жыл бұрын

There should be left-hand versions. The right-handed version has the sadles filed to right-hand string alignment.

@michaelmoore7975 Жыл бұрын

Hipshot tuners. I'll never buy another Grover, Schaller, Kluson...whatever. And if someone gave me those other tuners, I'd say thanks for the fishing weights. I've got open backed locking Hipshots on all my guitars and basses. And a Hipshot Xtender on nearly all of them. Nice bridge BTW.

@TheToneLounge Жыл бұрын

Hipshot tuners are great. They worked well on my LP junior.