I've had many of each and don't think they perform very differently if set up well. Purely based on aesthetics I prefer the 2-point for the more modern look.
Even if it's all automated, the 2 point trem plate is made on cheaper, simpler, faster machines.
Don't forget that the 2 adjustable pivot posts have to be machined on a lathe to cut the V-grooves as they are not off-the-shelf screws like the 6-point
and then you have the 2 genuine brass body inserts that need to be kneraled on a lathe then threaded
CNC lathe operators make the big bucks in China, like $2.62 /hr !!!!
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I completely agree with everything you said, except in the complete opposite.2 point trems, along with anything with a late 60's large headstock should cease to exist, any guitar out there featuring either should be bought in a buyback scheme, and burnt, and their ashes sent to hell, where they belong
Not that im passionate about the subject or anything.
Seriously, the 2 point trem is a hateful thing, end of.
If you have a 2 point trem, you dont own a real Stratocaster, you have an abomination
But again, im not super passionate about it
I pretty much agree about the two pints, but I am fine with the big headstock.2 point trems, along with anything with a late 60's large headstock should cease to exist, any guitar out there featuring either should be bought in a buyback scheme, and burnt, and their ashes sent to hell, where they belong
Not that im passionate about the subject or anything.
Seriously, the 2 point trem is a hateful thing, end of.
If you have a 2 point trem, you dont own a real Stratocaster, you have an abomination
But again, im not super passionate about it
I would say the 2 point is the more specifically designed tremolo, the grommets embedded in the body (instead of wood screws) being the obvious benefitI've always preferred the two-point. I just find it to have a smoother operation as well as being easier to adjust for pivot point height.