ResoMax Archtop Bridge Standard and Low Profile (select height and screw finish)

Standard profile, chrome wheels. This bridge went on my 17 inch L-5 style archtop. I was looking for a more solid massive ebony bridge than was on it because I know from my mandolins that better bridges improve tone. I was unable to find such an ebony bridge with an intonated saddle so I tried this Resomax. As other reviewers have noted, the unwound strings have a greater presence with a slightly fuller tone than the cheap wooden bridge it replaced. Initially, the tone was on the bright side and harmonics were way more present. I took the time to accurately mate the bridge feet to the top with 150, then 220 grit sandpaper. IT MADE A SIGNIFICANT IMPROVEMENT IN THE TONE. The overall tone is a bit softer and evenly balanced. It also has that smoother jazzy sound and the notes come off the top of the instrument effortlessly. Harmonics are less prominent but sustain is still stronger than with a wood bridge (note: this guitar is X braced). Taking the time to accurately mate the bridge to the top is definitely recommended.