Super Vee Tremolo Systems
ActiveOverview
SuperVee Tremolo Systems produces replacement floating tremolo bridges and stabilizers for Fender Stratocaster and Telecaster guitars, focusing on improved intonation, tuning stability, and vibrato performance.123 The brand targets professional and amateur players seeking upgrades for stock tremolo systems, with products like blade-based designs for Strat-style instruments.47
History
SuperVee Tremolo Systems operates from Colorado Springs, CO, with no public details on founding date or founder.12 The company offers specialized tremolo upgrades including the BladeRunner series for drop-in Strat replacements and the Maglok stabilizer.45 User reports indicate ongoing sales and positive adoption among guitarists for tuning improvements.8
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| BladeRunner Tremolo (Strat floating bridge) | High-performance drop-in replacement for Stratocasters | $250 - $400 |
| Maverick Bridge (Tele tremolo) | Floating tremolo upgrade for Telecaster-style guitars | $200 - $350 |
| Maglok Stabilizer | Magnetic tremolo lock for tuning stability | $50 - $100 |
| Tone Blocks | Sustain-enhancing bridge blocks | $40 - $80 |
Manufacturing
Products are associated with a facility in Colorado Springs, CO, suggesting possible U.S.-based production or assembly.12 Specific details on in-house versus outsourced manufacturing are not disclosed.
Notable Products
- BladeRunner Tremolo - Floating blade-based tremolo for Strat guitars with enhanced tuning stability and smooth action.
- Maglok - Quick-install magnetic stabilizer to lock tremolo during aggressive use.
- Maverick Bridge - Tremolo system designed for Telecaster guitars improving intonation and vibrato.
- Tone Blocks - Solid blocks to increase sustain and resonance in tremolo-equipped guitars.
Reputation
Enthusiasts on guitar forums praise SuperVee tremolos for transforming stock Strats with reliable tuning and floating setups, often calling them essential upgrades.8 Professionals and players note substantial improvements in intonation and stability over vintage designs.14 No widespread criticisms appear in available sources, though adoption seems niche among tremolo users.
Sources (8)
- https://www.super-vee.com
- https://www.super-vee.com/blogs/news
- https://www.super-vee.com/blogs/news/the-ultimate-guide-to-tremolo-bridges-strat-bladerunner-and-relic-guitar-bridges
- https://www.super-vee.com/pages/bladerunner
- https://www.super-vee.com/pages/maglok
- https://www.super-vee.com/collections/tremolos
- https://www.super-vee.com/collections/bladerunner-and-custom-shop-bridges
- https://forum.fractalaudio.com/threads/super-vee-tremolo.74299/