Please check Wilkinson’s reverb store to see if you can purchase it my friend. The best way to get to the store is by going to the Wilkinson direct Instagram page and follow the link in there bio .
Trev is a genius, a most innovative mind in the world of guitars. This Convertible system gathers the best of both worlds, without the limitations of the Tremol-No -already brilliant solution - which does not allow pulling up when blocking the trem. This CV is surely the most flexible solution, where you can go from fixed to full trem without having to reset or renouncing to going upwards with the trem arm. Just perfect ! 👍🏻🎸👌🏻🥇
I bought a used strat with that kind of tremolo on it. I don't understand how the bar and that little screw part in the back is adjusted. I am looking for a video that explains how to set that up. No luck so far. Can you help?
@@Samuelclees I will, but for now..I only just bought a Charvel. That's got the Gotoh10 or something.. its very good. It's not on par with this new innovation from Wilkinson, though.
@@lueymeteora1410 you should check out the WVS 130 2P compact that would fit your charvel I think or replace the saddles with the WLS 130 saddles contact Wilkinson via there reverb shop they will help you out
I bought a harley benton fusion tele that comes standard with this trem system, but mine really only works for basic vibrato. It has hardly any travel for dive bombs. Any tips??
The guitar is run through the Boss GT-1000 and the other fxs that are in the description above then in to the two note wall of sound in logic and for the dialogue it’s a rode mic on my collar glad you liked the video
I am not sure myself but if you contact Wilkinson via there reverb shop they will be able to help you , the best way to get to the shop is via the Wilkinson direct Instagram page and follow the link in the bio
I have a funny question... its a brilliant solution, so... Why is there nobody else, who would do review on this conversion kit????? there actually isnt very much infomation of that conversion kit on the internet...
I have a Godin Artisan st from 1992 with a Godin convertible trem but I can't set it up to work. It seems incredibly complicated. I don't know if I am suppose to tighten or loosen some of the collars/parts or at what angle I am supposed to tighten the collars for it to work. Everytime I drop the arm down to resting position the arm unscrews itself and becomes loose. Also it doesn't seem to stick properly in the resepticle on the back, but I think it has to do with the angle of the collars?! It's driving me crazy. Have been working on it for hours. And yes the bridge plate is completely flat to the board and balance between string and spring tention. Please help
@@Samuelclees Wilkinson Vs 50 on a super strat. I think physics doesn’t allow tuning stability on all 3 scenarios unless I am missing something, this is an instance where I want to bee wrong. BTW your musicality is outstanding.
I was floored when I saw this video after recently buying a VS100N for my new build and had to do some research... You have to buy the conversion kit AND the VS100N bridge to get this functionality...total cost is ~400 USD! Then you have to figure out if it will fit your guitar with or without modification. The reason Wilkinson doesn’t sell this as a one off these days is due to a stupid lawsuit from Gibson back in the 80s which claimed Trevor violated one of their patents. Hope that helps anyone.
This is pure gold! So can you set arm to be stiff, not free falling? Hope they will make stand-alone arm kit, as I got 7 string trem, as I presume wilkinson will never make 7 string trem. 😭😭😭
Hi Samuel, I own two patrick eggles with this tremolo on them. I love the concept but have not been able to fully set them up, could you please do a set up video so I can learn how it's done. I struggle to get the seat in the right spot and the depth of the arm to sit into the seat for the locked position of the trem, then the orientation of the slanted collar. if you could show us how you set this git up I woudl be ever grateful. And nice playing too mate! cheers from AUS
Hi mate I will have a word with Trev as we are currently making many videos for the wilkinson products and I think this will be a good shout my friend . I think you can alter the arm height via a small grub screw in the collar that will also let you orientate the arm to its locking point as for the seat there should be a nut that will help you line it up as well . This really is a short answer but hope it helps
I have the same problem. Can't set it up. Am doing everything I am supposed to do but everytime I drop the arm down to resting position the arm unscrews itself and I just can't get it to work. REALLY need a video that shows in DETAIL how to perfectly set this up! Please Wilkinson..
nice video. i have this bridge made by gotoh in my old cort g254 and it's the best bridge i ever played. just works. i have a 540r ibanez 1992 with FR and it's as stable as that FR with all the locking stuff just without the hassle of all the locking things that can't br adjusted on the fly.
you can't get this bridge in the US you'd have to have someone in canada or something buy it have it shipped to them ughhh and they are expensive! My solution was a standard VS100N along with a tremsetter installed in the spring cavity. This gives a counterbalance to the strings so you can do pedal steel bends and the lighter gauge strings won't change pitch. The only thing you can't do is hit a pedal E string and bend a G string the E string will drop a bit but life is tough.
Its a wonderful invention...the only negative I can say about it is that the trem arm always turns away from the strumming hand because of the spring loaded nature of it.
Yes it does but you can set it so it is less fluid in its return meaning you can have it up in the unlocked position and then return it to it’s locked position hope that helps
@@Samuelclees Thanks for your kind reply, Sam. Is it necessary to use a thick steel (unbendable) tremolo spring cavity backplate - so the little "cup" on it that receives the stem of the tremolo arm stays put - or in one place? I'm thinking it has to, in order for the stem to return perfectly in that cup...otherwise the tremolo will be slightly out of tune in the locked position - is what I guessing? A plastic backplate mite be to wobbly?
@@Steinstra-vj7wl the back plate on the convertible is part of the assembly so you would have to fit the cup to your existing plate . The plate has holes so you can adjust the spring claw to get the VS100n in the 0 position before you fit the arm once you fit the arm it should slot right in to the locked position if it doesn’t you can manipulate the cup to fit in place as well . Hope this helps the kits are available on for he Wilkinson reverb shop so you can see what materials have been used reverb.com/uk/item/35360438-wilkinson-vs100n-cv-assembly-conversion-kit-chrome
@@Samuelclees Cool, is it one of the kits he sells, or does he make full guitars now? Thank you for the reply. Also thank you for making this video, very interested in the upgrade.
@@gabrieldelacruz4278 it still holds the tuning still at the bridge when locked if you have decent machine heads it should still hold its tuning at the head my friend
@@Samuelclees I'm thinking of the Gotoh SGS-510 MG-T but I'm not really into the purpose of the locking tuners, but rather to secure the strings even more.
Yes you can my friend once you lift the arm it becomes unlocked and you can go up or down when you drop the arm you lock the vibrato so it works like a fixed bridge what guitar do you have
@@Samuelclees I have a Stratocaster and a modern design with a VS 50 Wilkinson. In all honesty I like your guitar. My problem has been that I can never keep a vibrato in tune with all 3 scenarios, Dive/Pull Up/ Bends. I tried tons of stuff. Hate Floyd, Love Wilkinson but can’t get it to stay in tune for all 3, it’s a compromise. Thanks
@@bluwng if you go on the Wilkinson reverb shop you can get the VS100N convertible kit or if you contact them they may be able to help you replace your current vibrato with a convertible VS100n
Not sure the price USD please check on the Wilkinson direct reverb store and if you get stuck please email Wilkinson they will have a price conversion hope this helps
not just a great demo preceded by a stunning composition but its actually a guitar masterclass :).
Thank you 🙏
I have been looking for this technology for 30 years.
Please check Wilkinson’s reverb store to see if you can purchase it my friend. The best way to get to the store is by going to the Wilkinson direct Instagram page and follow the link in there bio .
Trev is a genius, a most innovative mind in the world of guitars. This Convertible system gathers the best of both worlds, without the limitations of the Tremol-No -already brilliant solution - which does not allow pulling up when blocking the trem. This CV is surely the most flexible solution, where you can go from fixed to full trem without having to reset or renouncing to going upwards with the trem arm. Just perfect ! 👍🏻🎸👌🏻🥇
Looks ace Sam, great vid... Mr Wilkinson is a bit of a genius IMHO
He is indeed mate
Awesome demo and even more awesome playing!
I bought a used strat with that kind of tremolo on it. I don't understand how the bar and that little screw part in the back is adjusted. I am looking for a video that explains how to set that up. No luck so far. Can you help?
Drop us a line at Wilkinson direct we will be able to help you teach us via our reverb store
Holy crap this is awesome! More people should know about this!
Amazing! If I still had a Strat...
Next Strat I get...Imma call Wilkinson.
Go for it my friend 👍
@@Samuelclees I will, but for now..I only just bought a Charvel. That's got the Gotoh10 or something.. its very good. It's not on par with this new innovation from Wilkinson, though.
@@lueymeteora1410 you should check out the WVS 130 2P compact that would fit your charvel I think or replace the saddles with the WLS 130 saddles contact Wilkinson via there reverb shop they will help you out
Best vibrato ever made! 🪨💥🎯
Excellent! I may have to look into another vibrato equipped guitar now.
It is well worth it my friend
Good demo and video, like the Doctor Who figures in the background!
Cheers 🥂
Brilliant design!!!
That locking system is a wonder in the land off trems!
🙌🏼 brilliant
So is the convertible arm an intrinsic part of the VS100N or is it a separate part I need to get that functionality?
nice tone!
Thank you 🙏
Hi Sam! Can you set the arm so it’s not floppy and so you can push it down instead of it dropping down from gravity/flop.
I think you can my friend if you can email us at wilkinsondirect.com
I bought a harley benton fusion tele that comes standard with this trem system, but mine really only works for basic vibrato. It has hardly any travel for dive bombs. Any tips??
Great sound!... (Mike....)
The guitar is run through the Boss GT-1000 and the other fxs that are in the description above then in to the two note wall of sound in logic and for the dialogue it’s a rode mic on my collar glad you liked the video
This convertible arm really is magic! Does it work with a recessed VS100N though?
I am not sure myself but if you contact Wilkinson via there reverb shop they will be able to help you , the best way to get to the shop is via the Wilkinson direct Instagram page and follow the link in the bio
Can you pull the strings up? Also, can you do flutters (in both directions, up and down) with it?
Yes to all my friend
I have a funny question... its a brilliant solution, so... Why is there nobody else, who would do review on this conversion kit????? there actually isnt very much infomation of that conversion kit on the internet...
It is a bit unicorn bit of gear but for more on getting the kit go to wilkinsondirect.com
I have a Godin Artisan st from 1992 with a Godin convertible trem but I can't set it up to work. It seems incredibly complicated. I don't know if I am suppose to tighten or loosen some of the collars/parts or at what angle I am supposed to tighten the collars for it to work. Everytime I drop the arm down to resting position the arm unscrews itself and becomes loose. Also it doesn't seem to stick properly in the resepticle on the back, but I think it has to do with the angle of the collars?! It's driving me crazy. Have been working on it for hours. And yes the bridge plate is completely flat to the board and balance between string and spring tention. Please help
That guitar is so beautiful where can I get one, or is this a custom design?
It’s a custom mate
Any tips on tuning stability for vibratos? I can’t get it to work on all scenarios, dive/up pull/ bends
What Vibrato do you have and what guitar
@@Samuelclees Wilkinson Vs 50 on a super strat. I think physics doesn’t allow tuning stability on all 3 scenarios unless I am missing something, this is an instance where I want to bee wrong. BTW your musicality is outstanding.
@@bluwng if you contact us via the reverb store I am sure we can work your issues out
I was floored when I saw this video after recently buying a VS100N for my new build and had to do some research...
You have to buy the conversion kit AND the VS100N bridge to get this functionality...total cost is ~400 USD! Then you have to figure out if it will fit your guitar with or without modification.
The reason Wilkinson doesn’t sell this as a one off these days is due to a stupid lawsuit from Gibson back in the 80s which claimed Trevor violated one of their patents.
Hope that helps anyone.
The kits are available from the Wilkinson reverb store glad you liked the video , if you own the VS100n the kit should fit without modifications
This is pure gold! So can you set arm to be stiff, not free falling?
Hope they will make stand-alone arm kit, as I got 7 string trem, as I presume wilkinson will never make 7 string trem. 😭😭😭
You can alter the tension of the arm I like the free fall . You never know Trevs always thinking of new things
Hi Samuel, I own two patrick eggles with this tremolo on them. I love the concept but have not been able to fully set them up, could you please do a set up video so I can learn how it's done. I struggle to get the seat in the right spot and the depth of the arm to sit into the seat for the locked position of the trem, then the orientation of the slanted collar. if you could show us how you set this git up I woudl be ever grateful. And nice playing too mate! cheers from AUS
Hi mate I will have a word with Trev as we are currently making many videos for the wilkinson products and I think this will be a good shout my friend . I think you can alter the arm height via a small grub screw in the collar that will also let you orientate the arm to its locking point as for the seat there should be a nut that will help you line it up as well . This really is a short answer but hope it helps
@@Samuelclees many thanks im learning every time i go to set it up
your comments here do help out thanks
I have the same problem. Can't set it up. Am doing everything I am supposed to do but everytime I drop the arm down to resting position the arm unscrews itself and I just can't get it to work. REALLY need a video that shows in DETAIL how to perfectly set this up! Please Wilkinson..
nice video. i have this bridge made by gotoh in my old cort g254 and it's the best bridge i ever played. just works. i have a 540r ibanez 1992 with FR and it's as stable as that FR with all the locking stuff just without the hassle of all the locking things that can't br adjusted on the fly.
Awesome mate
Thank you dude
I've just bought the VS100N in gold, but I don't think you can buy the conversion kit anymore.
And they only did the arm in silver🤦
you can't get this bridge in the US you'd have to have someone in canada or something buy it have it shipped to them ughhh and they are expensive! My solution was a standard VS100N along with a tremsetter installed in the spring cavity. This gives a counterbalance to the strings so you can do pedal steel bends and the lighter gauge strings won't change pitch. The only thing you can't do is hit a pedal E string and bend a G string the E string will drop a bit but life is tough.
i would have to see this for myself
This is better than Vega Trem, why doesn’t Trevor market this more heavily?
There’s more coverage to come my friend
I just ordered one (they're a bit hard to find.) Toughest part was getting my wife to agree to it, but she IS a musician, so...
If it had locking saddles it would be perfect, unless they are not required if it stays in tune without locking saddles.
That's brilliant
Its a wonderful invention...the only negative I can say about it is that the trem arm always turns away from the strumming hand because of the spring loaded nature of it.
Yes it does but you can set it so it is less fluid in its return meaning you can have it up in the unlocked position and then return it to it’s locked position hope that helps
@@Samuelclees Thanks for your kind reply, Sam. Is it necessary to use a thick steel (unbendable) tremolo spring cavity backplate - so the little "cup" on it that receives the stem of the tremolo arm stays put - or in one place? I'm thinking it has to, in order for the stem to return perfectly in that cup...otherwise the tremolo will be slightly out of tune in the locked position - is what I guessing? A plastic backplate mite be to wobbly?
@@Steinstra-vj7wl yes the arm kits come with the back plate my friend
@@Samuelclees Thanks Sam, but that was not my concern. Please read again.
@@Steinstra-vj7wl the back plate on the convertible is part of the assembly so you would have to fit the cup to your existing plate . The plate has holes so you can adjust the spring claw to get the VS100n in the 0 position before you fit the arm once you fit the arm it should slot right in to the locked position if it doesn’t you can manipulate the cup to fit in place as well . Hope this helps the kits are available on for he Wilkinson reverb shop so you can see what materials have been used
reverb.com/uk/item/35360438-wilkinson-vs100n-cv-assembly-conversion-kit-chrome
Lovely!!!
Hello what guitar are you playing?
It’s a custom built Wilkinson guitar my friend
@@Samuelclees Cool, is it one of the kits he sells, or does he make full guitars now? Thank you for the reply. Also thank you for making this video, very interested in the upgrade.
What is that guitar?
It’s a wilkinson custom build my friend
@@Samuelclees You build it yourself? That's amazing. Is there a video for it? What tuners did you use?
@@elzafir the tuners are wilkinson locking tuners
@@Samuelclees nice. I'm gonna do a similar build
Only information not included is how many years of playing it takes before this device becomes relevant.
Can it dive backward? Pull back and go upward?
Yes it can go both ways
@@Samuelclees thanks for the reply. And no need to modify the body to do that?
@@Raamrooz no the lock for the arm is on the back plate please check it out on Wilkinson’s reverb store
@@Samuelclees thank you,🙏🙏🙏
Can you do flutters with it?
You sure can
@@Samuelclees Thanks a lot!
the intro\outro music performance has something out of phase in the mix...
this bridge can't do upward bend though...
Super clever.
Are you using locking tuners here or just regular tuners?
They are locking tuners cheers
@@Samuelclees I'm thinking of what if you're using regular tuners?
@@gabrieldelacruz4278 it still holds the tuning still at the bridge when locked if you have decent machine heads it should still hold its tuning at the head my friend
@@Samuelclees I'm thinking of the Gotoh SGS-510 MG-T but I'm not really into the purpose of the locking tuners, but rather to secure the strings even more.
@@gabrieldelacruz4278 sounds good to me mate
Neato Mosquito. More reason for me to keep building guitars with VS100Ns.
So this is similar to the Vega trem system???
Not at all mate
🤣😆
What U mean converta bar didn't real catch what U doing or how U set it up
It locks in the down bar position and when you grab the bar it becomes a floating bridge
Coolest dude!
Didn’t notice but can you pull up?
Yes you can my friend once you lift the arm it becomes unlocked and you can go up or down when you drop the arm you lock the vibrato so it works like a fixed bridge what guitar do you have
@@Samuelclees I have a Stratocaster and a modern design with a VS 50 Wilkinson. In all honesty I like your guitar. My problem has been that I can never keep a vibrato in tune with all 3 scenarios, Dive/Pull Up/ Bends. I tried tons of stuff. Hate Floyd, Love Wilkinson but can’t get it to stay in tune for all 3, it’s a compromise. Thanks
@@bluwng if you go on the Wilkinson reverb shop you can get the VS100N convertible kit or if you contact them they may be able to help you replace your current vibrato with a convertible VS100n
@@Samuelclees thanks, BTW I love your composition and your guitar, both are beautiful
@@bluwng thank you so much please check out my latest release on Bandcamp
The price is outrageous on this convertible arm.
With that said I just ordered one.
Most of these 2 pin don't line up with the Mexican strats holes
Hi if you contact us at www.wilkinsondirect.com we will be able to help you find a solution
184 USD???
Not sure the price USD please check on the Wilkinson direct reverb store and if you get stuck please email Wilkinson they will have a price conversion hope this helps
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Wow, looks like this is better than floyd rose
steve harvey is that you?
What kind of guitar is that?
It is a custom built Wilkinson Guitar my friend