Gotoh 404SJ-B Bass Bridge

I recently installed this bridge on my Squier Precision Bass, and the difference was immediate. The overall feel and sustain improved noticeably — notes ring longer and the low end feels tighter and more controlled. For the kind of heavy, fuzz-driven doom and stoner tones I play, that extra focus in the low frequencies really matters.

The build quality is excellent — solid, perfectly machined, and heavy enough to add some real resonance without killing the natural vibe of the instrument. String alignment was spot-on right out of the box, and the quick-release system makes string changes ridiculously easy.

Tone-wise, the bridge gives the bass more clarity and punch, but still keeps that warm, vintage P-Bass character. Combined with EMG GZR pickups and my pedal chain (fuzzes, octaver, overdrive, and the Palmer Pocket Amp Bass), it feels like the whole instrument finally opened up — more definition, more sustain, no dead spots.

For the price, this bridge is a killer upgrade if you want your Squier to perform like a high-end instrument. It’s not just cosmetic — you can feel and hear the improvement.