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Location: south east Michigan | ....You'll never know.
Why are some saddles at an angle, some at 90 degrees to the strings, and some staggered for each string? I guess that it has something to do with harmonics at the 12th fret, but what factors decide which saddle style to choose?
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Location: Canton (Detroit), MI | Brad, the saddle configuration is likely chosen for its ability to set the intonation. On electrics, it's usually easier, with the fine adjustment. On acoustics, without that, it is a little tougher, and that is why you see all the variations.
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