![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The three saddles were also redesigned and slightly angled to improve intonation and sustain. A simple but efficient difference from the original is that this one has a lower profile, which allows players to setup the string action a bit lower for improved playability. Scott Buehl from Fender Custom Shop shares the stories behind the design and creation of the two bridges: RSD Telecaster Bridgeįree from the limitations of keeping things vintage-accurate, this bridge is designed to accommodate the needs of modern Tele players. Fender took their time in building both bridges, and went through various prototypes before finally ending up with something that satisfies their design objectives. The RSD Telecaster Bridge is currently being offered as an option for all 2013 Custom Shop Telecaster models, while the RSD High Mass bass bridge is available for 2013 Custom Shop Pro Precision Bass models. The new designs coming out from this division allude to the critical part that the bridge play on electric guitars and basses, affecting both the instruments playability and sound. RSD stands for Research Special Division, which is a section of Fender dedicated to finding innovative components to improve the performance of guitars and basses.
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