• Trapeze Wrap-Over Compensated Tailpiece, 1952 - 1953 Gibson Replacement Bridge - Music City Bridge
  • Trapeze Wrap-Over Compensated Tailpiece, 1952 - 1953 Gibson Replacement Bridge - Music City Bridge
  • Trapeze Wrap-Over Compensated Tailpiece, 1952 - 1953 Gibson Replacement Bridge - Music City Bridge
  • Trapeze Wrap-Over Compensated Tailpiece, 1952 - 1953 Gibson Replacement Bridge - Music City Bridge
  • Trapeze Wrap-Over Compensated Tailpiece, 1952 - 1953 Gibson Replacement Bridge (Polished Nickel) - Music City Bridge
  • Trapeze Wrap-Over Compensated Tailpiece, 1952 - 1953 Gibson Replacement Bridge (Polished Nickel) - Music City Bridge
  • Trapeze Wrap-Over Compensated Tailpiece, 1952 - 1953 Gibson Replacement Bridge (Polished Nickel) - Music City Bridge
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Music City Bridge

Trapeze Wrap-Over Compensated Tailpiece, 1952 - 1953 Gibson Replacement Bridge

Trapeze Wrap-Over Compensated Tailpiece, 1952 - 1953 Gibson Replacement Bridge

$318.00 CAD
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This is a production version of the original wrap-over tailpiece that was custom-made at Glaser Instruments for Keith Urban’s 1952 Les Paul Goldtop.

Our bridge is a replacement for 1952 and 1953 Gibson Guitars with a trapeze-style bridge.

The original design of the 1952 Les Paul trapeze bridge had the strings wrapped underneath which provided several problems. It didn't allow for palm muting, it was poorly intonated, and was easily knocked out of tune.

The Music City Bridge '52 Wrap-Over Tailpiece addresses all of the problems of the original bridge.

It features:

- Nickel-plated bell brass construction for great tone and sustain

- A low profile bar, allowing you to have a comfortable action

- A Wrap-over design provides added downward pressure to hold the bridge in place. This allows you to rest your palm on the strings and mute with them as well.

- A carefully calculated intonation profile for precise tuning and intonation

- Mounting holes that will perfectly fit the existing trapeze style rods so no modifications to the guitar itself are needed.

Our aging process seeks the mimic the patina of 60+ years of use. If you'd like your bridge to be custom-aged to match your instrument, please send a photo of your guitar to howdy@musiccitybridge.com. Custom-aged bridges are subject to a $20 up-charge. 


IMPORTANT: We offer this bridge with smaller and larger diameter holes. We will need to know what the diameter of the bushings is where they go through the tailpiece. They are the two round pieces with the hex intonation adjustment ends. Gibson used several sizes and we try to not send a large diameter if the bushings are small. The two most common sizes are 6.33 mm and 7 mm. If you can give exact measurements we can make sure the bridge you receive fits your guitar's tailpiece.

Note: If you are based in the EU you might consider purchasing this product from our distributing partner Kitarapaja to reduce shipping costs:

https://www.kitarapaja.com/music-city-bridge-trapeze-wrap-over-compensated-1952-1953-gibsonreplacement-bridge-nickel

 

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Sam Swank
*Totally* worth the price!

I took in a virtual mint 52 Les Paul and strung it up with new strings to get an idea of what it was like with the original bridge...no wonder they changed the design the next year! The new bridge completely transformed the instrument. My client was happy! That giant chunk of metal that was sticking up went away. Way better tone and resonance, plus I could dial in the intonation spot on. These guys really thought this through...like everything else they do! A must have accessory for a '52!

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John Davis
My 52' Les Paul LOVES the Replacement Bridge by Music City Bridge!

Received the replacement bridge from Music City as they promised (in a timely manner), and I got my micrometer and gave them the specs and the bridge fits perfectly. Here's what I LOVE about this bridge. Best feature to me is that my right hand is not hitting up against the bridge anymore making palm muting smooth and easy! It's way more comfortable and freeing which makes the enjoyment of my Paul even better! What a difference in the old bridge and this Music City new bridge! Also, my guitar has much better intonation as well and stays in tune better too! What else do you want? LOL. Best money I have spent in a long time. Thanks, dudes, for a great design!

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Dillon Taylor
Perfect!

Simply the best! Fits my original 1953 Les Paul great!

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karen allen
1952 Les Paul Gold Top Bridge

Exactly what I was looking for! Installed on guitar plays great and Music City Bridge could not have done a better job. Professional, Courteous service. I am completely satisfied.

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Björn Tannberg
Good shit!

Huge improvement. This bridge not only makes the guitar more playable, but also opens up its' full range of potential. My '52 Les Paul now intonates very accurately and delivers plenty of good tone.

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Tj S.

Wonderful guys to work with. Went above and beyond to make this bridge fit on my original '53. Thanks!!!!

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Travis J.

This bridge is a life saver! Could not be more pleased! Excellent service and communication!

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Niels G.

Great product ! the guitar sounds fantastic now and plays very well !

Highly recommended.

Fast shipping

Thank you !

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Eugene N.

Nice piece of kit!

  • Who we are:

    Music City Bridge products are designed by Joe Glaser and the master technicians at Glaser Instruments. Our offerings are the result of decades of experience and are trusted by professional musicians around the world.

  • Our promise:

    We will do everything in our power to ensure you have a good experience with our products. If you have any questions. Call or email anytime.

    615-606-2720 howdy@musiccitybridge.com