Floyd Rose RT500W Black Nickel

Floyd Rose Rail Tail Tremolo Wide Black Nickel – Retrofit Performance for Strat-Style Guitars

Floyd Rose RT500W Rail Tail Tremolo Wide Black Nickel brings modern engineering to the classic Strat-style 6-point bridge format. Guitarists looking for tuning stability and smoother tremolo action benefit from a system that retrofits without permanent alterations to their instrument. With its full-contact, dive-only mechanism, the Rail Tail delivers the reliability of a hardtail while preserving expressive pitch dives—a sought-after upgrade for those wanting a blend of stability and creativity.

Unique Features for Advanced Playability

What distinguishes this model is its precision rail mounting system, which replaces the traditional rocking bridge with a plate rotating around a solid rail. Players notice improved tuning retention—even during string bends—and a more direct connection to the guitar body for enhanced tone and sustain. Adjustable slotted string block and roller saddles further optimize installation and string energy transfer.

Installation Versatility – No Mod Required

Upgrades happen quickly thanks to a true drop-in design. The Rail Tail Wide fits Strat-style guitars with 6-point bridges and adapts to 2-point systems with minimal drilling.

• String Spacing: 57 mm (vintage 2-7/32") — matches classic Strat-style specs
• Mounting: Universal holes for easy drop-in retrofit
• Players value the Black Nickel finish for its modern, durable look.

Tonal and Performance Benefits

By combining a full-contact plate and roller-fitted string saddles, the Rail Tail offers greater sustain, stable pitch during string bends, and smoother dive action—giving players confidence on stage or in the studio.

• Roller Saddles: Reduce friction, helping maintain tuning
• The slotted string block allows for a tremolo dive angle up to 15 degrees more than standard units.
• Mid-positioned tapered string holes improve saddle contact and vibrational transfer