Belgian and French

[Ken Smith]

Originally Posted by Charles Stark

Generally I have seen most basses fitted with French style bridges but occasionally do see Belgium. What is the "difference" (if there is any) and why would someone opt for one or the other? (Just curious)

To me it looks like French bridges have slightly wider feet whereas the Belgian might be taller in height? Please correct me if I'm wrong (it's probably a generalization).

A Bass needs the size it needs. I don't know all these differences myself. I just know when the bridge is right or wrong for a bass. In general.