Vega-Trem VT2ND Teletrem Classic Chrome
The Vega-Trem VT2ND Teletrem Classic Chrome is a no-drill tremolo for Telecaster-style (T-style) guitars with a traditional three-saddle bridge. It replaces the fixed bridge plate with a fully reversible fulcrum vibrato system, using the original bridge and pickup mounting holes and without structural modifications or additional routing to the body.
- No-drill installation, fully reversible.
- Preserves classic Tele aesthetics with a vintage-style plate.
- Increased sustain and richer overtones, even with minimal trem use.
- Patented brass saddles for more accurate intonation.
- Designed for classic Tele bridges with the 71 mm layout.
Authentic Telecaster feel, vibrato without drilling
The VT2ND Teletrem Classic is built so that your Tele still feels like a Tele. It keeps the footprint and position of a traditional three-saddle Tele bridge, so the picking hand stays in familiar territory and the guitar retains its classic look and ergonomics.
Underneath, the system adds a smooth and stable fulcrum vibrato with enough travel for subtle shimmers or more expressive phrases. Spring tension can be adjusted from a very responsive floating feel to a more stable setup, ideal for double-stop bends without pulling other strings out of tune.
The combination of a stainless-steel chassis and arm with patented brass saddles delivers a more focused attack, longer sustain and richer harmonic content, while preserving the characteristic Telecaster twang.
Technical Specifications
- Instrument: Telecaster-style / T-style guitars with a classic bridge.
- Bridge compatibility: Classic Tele bridges with 71 mm (2-13/16") from the string-through holes to the top bridge pickup screw.
- System: VT2ND Teletrem Classic Chrome “No Drill, No Holes” tremolo.
- Installation: Uses only original bridge and pickup mounting holes; no structural modifications or additional routing.
- Chassis and arm: High-grade stainless steel.
- Saddles: Patented brass saddles for classic Tele bridges.
- Tension adjustment: Springs and claw allow custom tremolo resistance.
- Includes: Bridge plate, saddles, springs, mounting hardware, VT2 tremolo arm without logo, hex keys.
- Made in: Spain.
Kit contents and function of each part
- VT2ND Teletrem Classic bridge plate (chrome) – Replaces the fixed Tele bridge with a fulcrum tremolo while retaining the vintage outline and mounting pattern.
- Stainless-steel chassis – One-piece machined structure that improves rigidity and vibration transfer, contributing to greater sustain and a more open response.
- Patented brass saddles – Maintain classic Tele character while providing better vibration transfer and far more accurate intonation than traditional vintage saddles.
- Springs and tension adjustment system – Let you match tremolo resistance to string gauge and playing style, from a sensitive floating setup to a firmer, more stable feel.
- Mounting screws and hardware – Designed to work with existing body and pickup mounting holes, ensuring a solid yet reversible installation.
- Hex keys – For precise adjustment of action, intonation and saddle position.
- VT2 tremolo arm without logo – Push-in, non-threaded arm designed to minimise play and provide a firm, progressive feel throughout the travel.
FAQ – Setup and compatibility
Which Telecaster-style guitars are compatible?
It is designed for T-style guitars with a classic vintage-spec bridge, specifically those with 71 mm (2-13/16") from the string-through holes to the top bridge pickup screw. If your Tele uses a different bridge layout, another VT2ND model may be more suitable.
Do I need to drill new holes?
No. The Teletrem Classic uses the existing bridge and bridge pickup mounting holes, with no structural modifications or additional routing. You can return to the stock bridge at any time.
How does it affect the tone if I barely use the arm?
Even with minimal tremolo use, the stainless-steel chassis and brass saddles provide more sustain and richer overtones, giving your Tele greater projection and musicality in dry or rhythm playing.
Can I still play double-stop bends without detuning other strings?
Yes. With proper spring tension adjustment, you can achieve a very stable feel under heavy bends. The Teletrem Classic lets you mix vibrato lines and double-stops in country, blues or rock styles with better tuning stability than many floating systems.
