RobJF Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Hi guys, I recently got a 2010 vintage Cort A6, which I'm very happy with, except that the intonation is out (sharp at fret 12) on the lower three strings. I could probably guess what the answer's going to be, but I've never done any adjustment to any bridge before, and I can't find instructions for this one on the web, so I'm a bit wary of diving in. So the question is: how exactly do I go about adjusting this bridge for intonation? [attachment=95889:DSCF0867web.jpg] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Loosen one of the strings in question to the point where you can move it out of the way. Then see how the saddle works. It looks to me to be some kind of locking saddle so in order to move it you'll have to loosen a screw then move it by hand to the desired position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icastle Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 There's usually an adjustment screw running from the point where the string appears at the bridge. If your intonation is sharp then you need to turn the screw clockwise - this will pull the saddle further from the neck and lengthen the distance between the 12th fret and the saddle. If your intonation is flat then you need to turn the screw anti-clockwise - this will push the saddle closer to the neck and shorten the distance between the 12th fret and the saddle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JakeBrownBass Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Loosen the black screw on the saddle of the sharp string, then move it away from the neck. I'll attach a really good guide for setting up basses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobJF Posted December 28, 2011 Author Share Posted December 28, 2011 Thanks a lot guys, especially for that great guide! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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