Floyd Rose Stone Tone Tremolo Blocks

[devastone]

Re: Floyd Rose Stone Tone Tremolo Blocks

Like I said, I don't have a dog in this race. Yes, the OP has posted a lot of artist quotes and said that there is a lot of science but didn't really share it, I agree that it could have been handled better. Although in a guitar forum he probably thought artist quotes would probably carry more weight than graphs and such. Of course, Victor Wooten endorses the overpriced power cords, so...

I was more pointing out that his prices aren't as out of line as many have said here, it's expensive to get products out, even trem blocks. I think the money back guarantee says something, again, tone is so subjective and different to different ears, so it's good to know you can try it out and if it's not for you, you can get your money back.

Again, I have a couple of Ibz Edge trems, but no Floyds ATM, so I don't have a horse...

 

[Funkfingers]

Re: Floyd Rose Stone Tone Tremolo Blocks

Blocks to fit the Ibanez Edge are available, I believe.

 

[dotsdad]

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[Securb]

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I think the money back guarantee says something, again, tone is so subjective and different to different ears, so it's good to know you can try it out and if it's not for you, you can get your money back.

This! The guy is willing to back the product. No risk only upside. Regarding the sales pitch? If you are not interested say no thanks and move on.

 

[Demanic]

Re: Floyd Rose Stone Tone Tremolo Blocks

If I had an axe with a Floyd and a decent set of pickups, I would try one right after I had tried titanium and cast iron. Just for s&g.

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[jmh151]

Re: Floyd Rose Stone Tone Tremolo Blocks

I'll give it a try but it better be a vast improvement over my brass big block

 

[crusty philtrum]

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Would anyone like some cake ?

(all this cheese is somewhat tiresome)

 

[B2D]

Re: Floyd Rose Stone Tone Tremolo Blocks

OP: How much is SD & Co charging you to be able to advertise on their forum?

 

[Masta' C]

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This! The guy is willing to back the product. No risk only upside. Regarding the sales pitch? If you are not interested say no thanks and move on.

Try it and report back. Heck, buy me one and I'll try it, too

I'll give it a try but it better be a vast improvement over my brass big block

Don't forget to compare your signal strength with both blocks

 

[Securb]

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Don't forget to compare your signal strength with both blocks

I was going to run the guitar through some audio software to get pre and post levels. My only problem is, how can I make sure I am hitting the guitar the sam each time?

 

[Stonetone® Products]

Re: Floyd Rose Stone Tone Tremolo Blocks

Like I said, I don't have a dog in this race. Yes, the OP has posted a lot of artist quotes and said that there is a lot of science but didn't really share it, I agree that it could have been handled better. Although in a guitar forum he probably thought artist quotes would probably carry more weight than graphs and such. Of course, Victor Wooten endorses the overpriced power cords, so...

I was more pointing out that his prices aren't as out of line as many have said here, it's expensive to get products out, even trem blocks. I think the money back guarantee says something, again, tone is so subjective and different to different ears, so it's good to know you can try it out and if it's not for you, you can get your money back.

Again, I have a couple of Ibz Edge trems, but no Floyds ATM, so I don't have a horse...

Yes we do offer the upgrade for the Ibanez Edge lo Pro and the Pro series models Rg 550' 570' 470 on our website. - This block is designed to fit the most popular Ibanez double locking tremolo system, The block is contoured on the front for maximum travel; the spring side is beveled so that you can add mass to your bridge without sacrificing any range of pulling up or diving.



Here is a customers take on his recent 31mm Edge Lo Pro Sustain Block upgrade, it was installed on a Reb Beach RBM1, an old school axe not a RG Series but had a Edge Lo Pro trem on it..
Hope this will give some insight as to what to expect if you decide to upgrade and Craig's comment relates to "ALL" pick ups.

Most people with Rg 550’ or Jem's generally change their pick ups out .Then your stuck with higher gain but you lose clarity IMO.

Consider on purchasing a Rock Block? Yes.... It a deal. Like I say, don't swap out a pickup until you have put this in. This block has more clarity, output and sustain than anything else I have ever tried....no hype here brother...

All of my RGs have at least the bridge pup switched out. My rbm1 are the Stock 21 year old pups. That's why I say don't get on the elusive pup tone train. What this block does is that noticeable. It just adds so much flavor that you feel your hands can control... Pretty cool actually....irregardless of how it works, it's a great product and I'm happy I upgraded my tone... only 4 more to go..

No way I will change the pick-ups on this axe. It's about the clarity for me and this block change is what convinced me. - Craig Chicks

 

[Stonetone® Products]

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[Demanic]

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Would anyone like some cake ?

(all this cheese is somewhat tiresome)

Tiramisu thank you.

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[greekdude]

Re: Floyd Rose Stone Tone Tremolo Blocks

Robert, any chance for Ibanez Edge Zero II-7 (regular, non-ZPS)? If not, can you make custom blocks if given the exact template?

 

[Securb]

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Why is he charging 120 bucks for a piece of stone? Anyone can cut a block out of scrap granite, drill 3 holes on one side, stick 3 fischer into each and fasten it to the base of the tremolo for virtually free, save for the time.

And the price of this improvement is actually higher than the cost of the thing it improves. Doesn't make any sense.

Because a stone saw and grinder will cost more than $120. If you have the skills and tools to make your own more power to you.

 

[Stonetone® Products]

Re: Floyd Rose Stone Tone Tremolo Blocks

Robert, any chance for Ibanez Edge Zero II-7 (regular, non-ZPS)? If not, can you make custom blocks if given the exact template?

Yes to both. There seems to be a few of those Zero Trem styles, can you take a picture of the back cavity to see exactly which style you have.

I've seen models where the block has this extended tab facing the back cavity and no tab, I'm Not sure..
If this upgrade is possible by design, then you would need to send the actual tremolo to me so I can reverse engineer it for alignment specs / template etc.
The turn around time for this would be 2 weeks meaning from the time you shipped to the time you receive it back. Could be sooner all depending.

 

[greekdude]

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Thanx Robert. Mine looks like any common floyd, not like the ZPS version that you posted. I'll post a pic of the cavity as soon as I get home. Can you please get an estimation for postage to Europe/Greece?

 

[Stonetone® Products]

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Thanx Robert. Mine looks like any common floyd, not like the ZPS version that you posted. I'll post a pic of the cavity as soon as I get home. Can you please get an estimation for postage to Europe/Greece?

Ok, lets see the pictures and go from there. Please send clear shots of the front to see the trem style and back cavity so we'll know exactly what's going on.
The shipping can be calculated on our website given any of the blocks there will work for you.
Only if we need to manufacture a custom block for you, I'll simplify things by creating a 1 time specific link for you to click on so that you'll be able to easily purchase the block thru our website.
The rates to Europe is; 1oz to 8oz - 18.00 to 20.00
12oz to 32oz - 28.00 to 30.00
36oz to 48oz - 45.00 - 48.00

 

[BloodRose]

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This! The guy is willing to back the product. No risk only upside. Regarding the sales pitch? If you are not interested say no thanks and move on.

This is my thought as well. Since big blocks came out, many on the forum have been skeptical. I sure was. I use them now and firmly believe in the benefit. Night vs day? no, but there is more beef to the tone and I feel the sustain is better.. Its subjective so what trips my trigger may not someones else's.. I will say that I believe in the benefit so much, I quickly now install a large block on all my trem guitars. In my moderately educated mind, I can understand that adding mass/weight will help. What still confuses me is how something lighter, such as Ti, can make the difference..?? Awhile back I got a good deal on a used Ti block, but due to all the crap I have going on, have not had a chance to try it. This will go on the ONLY floyd axe I dont already have a large block on..

Again, I understand the adding mass part, but I am curious how the stone would make a diff over brass or other materials?

And buying brass blocks is a monetary stretch for me these days.. and those are about half the cost.. So, do I wish it was cheaper?? Youbetcha!!!! But as I believe Devastone pointed out, its not unreasonable..

I know there is science in the density of materials and such, but anyone care to take an elementary shot at explaining to me how Ti being lighter and all can be as good or better than a fat slab of brass??

Back on topic.. Mr Stonetone, could you elaborate on the benefit of the stone block vs brass? I have read about the stonetone blocks before and am familiar with the product, but am just curious why I should choose a stone block over brass?

 

[Stonetone® Products]

Re: Floyd Rose Stone Tone Tremolo Blocks

This is my thought as well. Since big blocks came out, many on the forum have been skeptical. I sure was. I use them now and firmly believe in the benefit. Night vs day? no, but there is more beef to the tone and I feel the sustain is better.. Its subjective so what trips my trigger may not someones else's.. I will say that I believe in the benefit so much, I quickly now install a large block on all my trem guitars. In my moderately educated mind, I can understand that adding mass/weight will help. What still confuses me is how something lighter, such as Ti, can make the difference..?? Awhile back I got a good deal on a used Ti block, but due to all the crap I have going on, have not had a chance to try it. This will go on the ONLY floyd axe I dont already have a large block on..

Again, I understand the adding mass part, but I am curious how the stone would make a diff over brass or other materials?

And buying brass blocks is a monetary stretch for me these days.. and those are about half the cost.. So, do I wish it was cheaper?? Youbetcha!!!! But as I believe Devastone pointed out, its not unreasonable..

I know there is science in the density of materials and such, but anyone care to take an elementary shot at explaining to me how Ti being lighter and all can be as good or better than a fat slab of brass??

Back on topic.. Mr Stonetone, could you elaborate on the benefit of the stone block vs brass? I have read about the stonetone blocks before and am familiar with the product, but am just curious why I should choose a stone block over brass?

Certainly. Without being redundant about the claims that this product offers, the first post on this thread explains some of the attributes you will get once installed.

To be as simple as possible with all that surrounds this type of question I would say that from a standpoint of looking at the block in comparison, firstly the Rock Block is lighter than brass that's 8oz - 37mm to the same as the Rock Block thats 2.4 oz.

The metal blocks derive from a natural mineral from the earth that's been melted down to make X type metal block in which any and all natural integrity of that mineral is gone and now those attributes of said block is now man-made.

As far as the Rock block goes, this mineral composition is undaunted by man and retains all the natural integrity in which it was created, meaning that when this type of granite is under pressure and simultaneously vibrating, your moving the atoms within the atomic structure related to the "Piezo effect" thus creating the stone tone.

Theses blocks don't produce a tonal effect like a pedal effect for say yet they provide optimum mechanical qualities that increase performance within the whole embodiment of your guitar.

Here is the actual Quarry in India where the raw material are extracted from.