Update! I spoke to Kahler, and they said Aria was the sole Kahler Bridge/Tremolo distributor in Japan, and that all of the Arias were made in Japan except a few low end models.
The bridge screws in an American Strat are 2 7/32" apart. The MIM's are 2 1/16" apart. The Vintage bridges use 6 screws. If you look at my pictures, you'll see a close-up of both types. Check your pickguard. If it has 8 holes it's the old style if i…
I've always found dryer is better. I use a little talc on my left hand when outdoors in the sun, but when inside I make sure to use one of those crystal anti-persperant tubes that contain Alum, and keep a stiff fan aimed at my fingers. As long as th…
I've been building and repairing guitars for many years. My advice would be to get a proper truss rod adjustment before you go and modifiy the nut, saddles or frets. Once you adjust the neck, check the string height at the 1st, 12th, and 20th. fret.…