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Big Improvements to Our Site – Here’s What’s New!

Top Site Design Improvements at bogoworkshop – Real Fixes, Real Story

We’ve just rolled out a wave of major site design improvements across bogoworkshop. From mobile upgrades to faster browsing and cleaner product displays, this update was all about making your experience smoother and more enjoyable. And yes — it came with real challenges, some unexpected bugs, and a bit of help from AI.

✅ What’s New: Our Latest Site Design Improvements

Cleaner, Faster Design

We improved layout structure, cleaned up spacing, and simplified font styles to speed up page load time and improve readability. Everything feels tighter, crisper, and more consistent from page to page.

Better Mobile Experience

One of the key site design improvements was focused on mobile usability. We adjusted image sizes, tap areas, and responsive behavior so the site actually works — and looks good — on all screen sizes.

Smarter Product Listings

We redesigned product cards for visual consistency. You’ll now find properly scaled thumbnails, centered titles, and consistent buttons — whether you’re browsing violin bridges or cello tailpieces.

Refined Cart & Checkout

We rebuilt the cart area with clearer subtotal and shipping blocks, sharper buttons, and mobile-friendly fields. Checkout is now less cluttered and easier to follow from start to finish.

More Modern Styling

Subtle but important style changes were made across the board: new icons, consistent button heights, aligned forms, and a more unified visual identity that reflects the care behind our handmade products.

⚙️ Real Challenges: What It’s Like Updating a Live Site

Behind these site design improvements was a fair amount of struggle. Real talk:

CSS that worked fine in testing broke on mobile.
Safari caused mysterious layout shifts. Again.
Forms wouldn’t align across screen sizes without hours of tweaking.
Cache layers kept showing old versions — no matter how many times we hit refresh.
And sometimes, fixing a 2px shift meant rewriting 20 lines of CSS.

That’s what it’s like working on a live WooCommerce site — you fix one thing, and another moves out of place. But we pushed through every bug and misalignment to deliver something that feels clean, modern, and reliable.

👨‍🔧 A Personal Note from Behind the Curtain

We don’t have a design agency or a full-stack dev team behind us. These site design improvements were done solo — by the one-man band behind bogoworkshop.

I haven’t worked in active frontend development or UX design for over 12 years. But I decided to jump back in, telling myself: “I can take a look.” And I did — for every broken button, every misaligned block, every CSS rule that didn’t behave.

I also had some help from ChatGPT. He was fast — sometimes annoyingly so — but not always accurate. Some of the code was broken or didn’t work at all. Still, ChatGPT saved hours by helping me troubleshoot ideas faster than I could alone.

This redesign wasn’t polished in a boardroom. It was tested at midnight, rolled back after crashes, and fine-tuned with care — just like our products. Thanks for sticking around through it.

💡 Why These Improvements Matter

At bogoworkshop, your experience matters as much as our craft. We believe thoughtful site design improvements help build trust, reduce friction, and make shopping feel as good as unboxing.

These changes are part of our commitment to continuously improve. Whether you’re browsing bridges or checking out with accessories, we want it to feel simple, beautiful, and easy.

🚀 What’s Next?

This update is just the beginning. Here’s what’s coming soon:

Mobile filter redesign and faster search experience
Comparison tools for violin bridges and tailpieces
New product guides for beginners and pros

Have feedback? Spot a bug? Let us know. Every suggestion helps us grow.

Thanks for being part of bogoworkshop. These site design improvements were built with love, code, and a lot of coffee. 💛

Example of site design improvements on desktop and mobile layout — Photo by Anna Shvets via

05-07-2025Tags: behind the scenes, bogoworkshop news, design improvements, eCommerce design, eCommerce layout, mobile optimization, mobile UX, performance upgrade, responsive design, site design improvements, site redesign, user experience, website update, website updates

Streamlined Bridge Listings for String Instruments

🎯 Streamlined Bridge Listings are now live at bogoworkshop! All violin, viola, cello, and bass bridge sizes are unified under clean product pages—making your browsing faster, simpler, and more intuitive.

Streamlined Bridge Listings are here to improve how musicians, students, and luthiers shop for violin, viola, cello, and double bass bridges at bogoworkshop. Previously, each bridge size—quarter, half, three-quarter, and 4/4—had its own product page. Now, we’ve simplified everything into clean, single listings where you can choose your size directly from a dropdown menu. Less clutter, faster choices, and a smoother experience all around.

This update was built from direct feedback and real-world SEO insights. Not only is the new structure easier to navigate, but it also helps customers compare models, materials, and fitting services without hopping between pages.

✅ What’s New?

📦 All sizes grouped under one model listing (¼, half, ¾, 4/4)
🪵 Clear dropdowns for wood type, size, and customization
🎯 Improved images, descriptions, and selection process
🛒 One-page ordering without extra clicks or confusion

🎻 A More Efficient Way to Shop

Whether you’re a professional luthier working with a variety of instruments, or a student player needing a new bridge fast, the new layout makes it easy to find exactly what you need. You can:

✔️ Compare sizes without leaving the page
✔️ See all customization options at once
✔️ Quickly select the right fit for your instrument

The new Streamlined Bridge Listings system also improves search speed and mobile navigation. It’s optimized for every device, ensuring you get a frictionless experience from start to finish.

🔗 Where to See the New Listings

Visit the updated bridge section here:
👉 https://bogoworkshop.com/shop/bridges/

🔀 What Happens to Old Links?

If you had saved or bookmarked a product like “Fitted Viola Bridge – Half Size,” no worries—we’ve redirected those pages to the updated listings. Just choose your size from the dropdown. Everything is still there, just cleaner and easier to use.

💬 Built From Customer Feedback

This change was driven by our customers. Musicians, teachers, and luthiers told us they wanted faster access, fewer pages to navigate, and more clarity in the buying process. We listened—and we delivered.

🌐 Need Help with Sizing?

Check out this helpful external resource from SHAR Music:
👉 SHAR Instrument Size Guide

And don’t forget to explore our luthier tools section for fitting jigs, clamps, and more.

📨 Questions?

Reach out anytime. We’re here to help you find the perfect fit—bridges, tools, and everything in between.

19-06-2025Tags: bass bridge, bridge listings, cello bridge, fitted bridge, half size, quarter size, streamlined, string instruments, viola accessories, violin bridge

Thumb Rest Clearance Sale – €20 with Free Shipping

Thumb Rest Clearance Sale – Only €20 with Free Worldwide Shipping

Take advantage of our thumb rest clearance sale and get professionally made thumb rests from previous model lines—now just €20 with free shipping worldwide. These are brand-new handcrafted items, available while supplies last.

At bogoworkshop, we continuously evolve our designs. Over time, as newer models are developed with updated contours or finishes, we phase out the older versions. This thumb rest clearance sale offers a chance to own one of those well-crafted earlier editions—built with the same quality and materials as our current line, now offered at a discounted price.

All thumb rests included in this offer are new, made from durable PLA, ABS plastic, or premium wood options. Although they may not include some modern enhancements like custom engraving, they are fully functional and ergonomically shaped for optimal thumb support during playing.

📦 What’s Included:

✔️ One brand-new thumb rest from our legacy collection
✔️ Mounting hardware: screws or high-quality double-sided adhesive (based on design)
✔️ Free worldwide shipping with tracking

🛠️ Easy Mounting Options

You can install these thumb rests in just a few minutes:

Pickguard-mounted: Uses existing screw holes (no drilling) for models like Fender Jazz, Yamaha TRB, or Sandberg
Adhesive-mounted: No-holes-required installation using included 3M-style tape, ideal for basses without pickguards

Full support is available—contact bogoworkshop if you need help choosing the right method for your instrument.

🎸 Compatible Bass Models

This thumb rest clearance sale includes models crafted for popular basses such as:

Fender Jazz Bass V (Post‑2010)
Fender Jazz Bass 4 Classic
Yamaha TRB Series (4, 5, and 6-string)
Sandberg California II TT 5

Each was originally designed to fit perfectly with the instrument’s body shape and screw layout.

💰 Why Take Advantage of This Thumb Rest Clearance Sale?

This special sale is a great opportunity to get a handcrafted bass accessory at a significantly reduced price. These parts are not seconds or used—they are full-quality items from previous design generations, still fully compatible and 100% functional.

✅ Receive a reliable ergonomic upgrade at a discounted rate
✅ Ideal for players who want to enhance their technique affordably
✅ Simplify setup with ready-to-install designs—no waiting for custom work
✅ Limited-edition: these won’t return once sold out

🔗 Learn More & Get Inspired

Explore more about thumb rest use and installation from these trusted communities and learning hubs:

🛒 Shop the Clearance Collection

You can find all available models in our dedicated category. Quantities are limited, and once a model sells out, it will not return.

👉 Browse the Thumb Rest Clearance Sale Now

🎙️ About bogoworkshop

bogoworkshop is known for custom handcrafted music accessories that blend precision, performance, and comfort. These legacy thumb rest models reflect the early evolution of our product line—designed with the same care and passion for musicians. Now offered at a discounted rate, they’re perfect for bassists seeking affordable, handmade ergonomic parts.

🛍️ Shop All Clearance Thumb Rests

14-06-2025Tags: 20 euro thumb rest, bass guitar thumb rest, bass thumb rest sale, bogoworkshop sale, budget thumb rest, clearance music gear, discounted bass accessory, ergonomic bass accessory, old thumb rest models, thumb rest clearance, thumb rest free shipping

Why We Switched to 3D Product Renders

Why We Switched to 3D Product Renders – A Smarter Visual Upgrade at bogoworkshop

At bogoworkshop, we’ve always been focused on detail. Every bridge, thumb rest, or accessory we make for violin, cello, and bass is crafted with care. But one thing was slowing us down: product photography.

In 2025, we’ve made a major shift — we’ve stopped using photos altogether. We now represent all of our parts using high-resolution 3D product renders. These digitally generated models allow us to show exactly what you’ll get, without the lighting issues, editing, or endless reshoots of traditional photography.

📸 Why We Moved Away from Product Photography

Shooting images of small accessories like violin bridges or bass ramps is incredibly time-consuming. You need perfect lighting, a neutral background, accurate color balance, and lots of editing. Even then, most shots didn’t fully capture the grain, the shape, or the precise contours that matter in lutherie work.

We found ourselves wasting hours per item — only to get 2 or 3 usable images. It was frustrating, inefficient, and honestly didn’t reflect the precision of our products. So we stopped. Instead, we now rely entirely on custom-rendered 3D models built from real-world measurements and specifications.

🖥️ The Benefits of 3D Product Renders

Our new workflow centers on clarity, accuracy, and speed. With 3D product renders, we can show surface textures, tonewood patterns, edge bevels, and profile dimensions far more clearly than with a photo.

✅ Consistent lighting across all images
✅ Precise proportions and perspective
✅ Accurate tonewood colors and textures
✅ Faster to produce and update

We now use Blender and other modeling tools to visualize our product designs before they’re even physically cut — which also helps us speed up prototyping and customer-specific modifications.

🎨 Real Examples of Our New Renders

Here are examples of what our 3D product renders look like in use. These images now appear across our store and blog content:

Thumb rest and bass ramp rendered model — Thumb rest and bass ramp — paired in rendered form

Bass ramp for Yamaha TRB 1006 in rosewood render — Yamaha TRB 1006 ramp — rosewood, modeled and ready

Rendered image of red ramp for Strandberg TT-5 — Strandberg TT-5 ramp — full 3D render in red

Fender Precision 4 Classic 8 bass ramp render in black — Fender Precision 4 Classic 8 ramp — matte black render

🔗 Internal Links & Helpful Resources

🛠️ Handmade First — Digitally Shown

Just to be clear: we still make everything by hand. The only thing that’s changed is how we show it. These 3D product renders help us better communicate the shape, scale, and quality of what we build.

With more consistency in product visuals, we can also launch new models faster and support our customers more efficiently. We no longer delay releases waiting for the “perfect photo.” We render it right, right away.

📬 Want to Know More?

If you’re curious about how we create our renders, or if you want a custom view of a specific model, contact us. We’re happy to provide rotated views, scale comparisons, and advice on fit and installation.

Thanks for being part of our visual evolution. We’ll keep crafting great accessories — and now we’ll show them with the detail they deserve.

18-04-2025Tags: 3D product renders, BoGoWorkshop, instrument bridges, music accessories, violin cello bass parts, visual design update

Custom Order Policy Update – New Regulations for Accuracy and Delivery

Custom Order Policy Update – Accurate Measurements & Delivery Rules

As of July 2025, bogoworkshop is introducing a custom order policy update to resolve frequent problems with inaccurate measurements and recurring delivery issues. These changes are essential to support a sustainable handmade workflow and reduce avoidable costs caused by customer error.

📏 Measurement Guidelines – Part of Our Custom Order Policy Update

We specialize in small, precision-made parts — such as violin bridges, thumb rests, and saddles — where even a 1mm error can lead to a poor fit. Unfortunately, we’ve received too many orders based on imprecise measurements, some off by 3 to 5mm.

Previously, we remade these items at our own cost. But with growing losses and increased demand, this is no longer sustainable. Effective immediately:

Orders based on inaccurate or approximate measurements will be considered Completed Orders. We will not offer refunds or free redos due to measurement mistakes by the customer.

To prevent problems, always double-check your measurements. If unsure, refer to our FAQ page or contact us before ordering.

📦 Shipping Disputes and Delivery Confirmation

In the past few months, we’ve seen more shipping-related problems, mostly involving customers in the UK and Ireland:

Tracking shows the package was delivered — but the customer claims it was not received
Packages returned due to non-collection or refusal by the customer

In many of these cases, we resent the item or covered high return costs — only to have the same issue occur again.

Moving forward, any package marked as “Delivered” or “Returned” in the official tracking will be treated as a Completed Order.

All our shipments include tracking. If delivery issues arise, we urge you to monitor the provided tracking ID or contact your local post service such as Royal Mail.

📊 Example: How a Simple Order Becomes a Loss

Original order: Custom thumb rest – €20 + €8 shipping = €28
Cost to us (production + shipping): €15

If the customer doesn’t receive the package and we resend it:

Another €15 spent
Total loss: €2

If the package is returned due to non-collection, we often pay a €25 return fee, bringing the total loss to over €40 on a single €28 order. These are real numbers — and they happen too often.

🎯 Summary of the Custom Order Policy Update

Inaccurate customer measurements → order considered fulfilled
Returned or delivered packages → order closed with no refund
Custom-made items are non-refundable after production starts
All costs caused by customer error require a new order

🛠️ Why This Policy Is Needed

This custom order policy update is about protecting our team, our process, and our ability to keep prices fair for everyone. All our parts are still handmade — we simply ask for accurate info and fair communication in return.

We remain available for help before any order is placed. Measure carefully. Track your shipments. And don’t hesitate to reach out before production begins.

We appreciate your trust and your understanding as we continue to build reliable accessories for violin, cello, and bass — one part at a time.

18-04-2025Tags: bogoworkshop terms, custom order policy, delivery problems, handmade accessorie, inaccurate measurements, international post, measurement accuracy, product returns, regulations, shipping issues

Custom Thumb Rest for Bass – New Designs & Ramp Upgrades

Custom Thumb Rest for Bass – New Designs & Bass Ramp Upgrades

At bogoworkshop, we’re proud to announce a major upgrade to our line of handcrafted bass accessories — with an expanded range of custom thumb rest for bass models and integrated bass ramp styles. Whether you’re a modern player or vintage bass lover, our new lineup is here to improve feel, tone, and control.

🎯 Why Upgrade Your Thumb Rest or Bass Ramp?

Every bassist has their own approach — fingerstyle, slap, hybrid — and factory thumb rests often don’t support the subtle nuance and comfort needed. Our custom thumb rests for bass and matching bass ramps provide:

🧩 More accurate right-hand positioning
🎵 Balanced string-to-string articulation
🖐️ Reduced tension in thumb and wrist
🎸 More expressive tone control

These changes may seem small — but the feel is immediate.

🆕 New Models and Visual Updates

Our summer 2025 update introduces new variations made specifically for popular bass models like Yamaha TRB, Sire Marcus Miller, Fender Precision, and Strandberg TT. Each accessory is now modeled using 3D render visualization instead of studio photography, giving you a clearer and more reliable view of your part before you buy.

custom thumb rest for bass – Strandberg TT-5 model

Fender Precision custom thumb rest for bass

Yamaha TRB 1006 custom bass ramp and thumb rest

All items are designed and rendered in-house — based on real bass body scans and CAD references — so you can get a true idea of fit and look.

🪵 Materials & Fitting Options

All of our bass ramps and thumb rests are made from selected hardwoods treated for color consistency and strength. Because of rising prices in exotic woods, we now also use high-grade bleached or stained tonewoods to match the visual tones of:

Ebony (dark stained hardwood)
Rosewood (warm reddish tones)
Maple (light, natural finish)
Hybrid multi-laminate styles (for contrast or layered builds)

This approach maintains high structural quality while offering a wide palette of aesthetic options for modern or vintage-style basses.

You can choose between flat mounting surfaces or subtle finger-contour profiles, depending on your technique and ergonomic needs.

📐 How to Order Your Custom Thumb Rest for Bass

Most of our thumb rests are made to order based on the body type or fingerboard radius. You’ll be prompted to provide simple measurements or model info at checkout.

If you’re unsure, check out our FAQ or drop us a message through our contact page. We’re happy to guide you through sizing and compatibility — especially for more unique bass body shapes.

📦 Shipping & Fit Guarantee

All products are individually inspected and rendered before production. In most cases, your custom bass ramp or thumb rest ships within 3–5 business days.

We also offer discounts on combo orders — bass ramps + thumb rests — for multi-string basses or dual pickup configurations.

🔁 Better Playing. Better Control.

Thousands of bassists — from hobbyists to professionals — have made the switch to ergonomic thumb rest upgrades. And now with our latest custom thumb rest for bass designs and bass ramp models, it’s easier than ever to make the right choice.

Explore the full collection in our Bass Accessories section and feel the difference in your next session or gig.

Want to see how thumb rests affect your playing? Check this player thread on TalkBass discussing ergonomics and finger movement.

08-04-2025Tags: Bass Guitar Accessories, Bass ramp, bogoworkshop bass parts, custom thumb rest, ergonomic thumb rest, handcrafted bass upgrades

Back to Work at bogoworkshop – Orders, Messages & Production Resumed

Back to Work at bogoworkshop – Orders & Production Resumed

We’re officially back to work at bogoworkshop after a short summer break! All pending orders, production tasks, and support messages are now being processed again.

If you’ve placed a custom order or reached out with a request in the past week, thank you for your patience — we’re catching up on every message and production step as quickly and carefully as possible.

🎻 What’s Being Processed Now?

✅ Custom thumb rest and bass ramp orders
✅ Violin & cello bridge production
✅ New 3D model rendering requests
✅ Support messages from July 1–5

As always, all items are cut, finished, and packaged by hand — so please allow 1–2 business days for us to resume full production pace.

📦 Shipping Resumes Normally

We’re now back to regular shipping. Any package that was placed during the pause will be shipped by the end of this week. You’ll receive tracking info as soon as your item is dispatched.

If you’re unsure about the status of your order, feel free to reach out using our contact form.

🛠️ Ready to Order?

The bogoworkshop online store is open and fully operational. You can browse violin, cello, and bass accessories — or send in custom specifications anytime.

Thanks again for your understanding and ongoing support. We love what we do, and we’re happy to be back building great tools for great players!

08-01-2025Tags: back to work, BoGoWorkshop, custom production, order processing, shop update, string accessories, workshop news

New build Precision bass

After few smaller problems, a Precision bass finished for my soul. Body handmade, wild pear two parts, double blinding, polyester finish. Front with pickguard engraved in body wood. Old active SD pickup, 20k ports. Cavities shielded with carbon graphite. The neck is massive and very playable. Added a wooden cover to the neck plate. Massive bridge, bone nut.

06-05-2024Tags: bass guitar, New build, Precision bass

Unlocking a New Chapter: Unveiling the Refreshed bogoworkshop.com

After an intense month of diligent effort, I am thrilled to unveil the enhanced version of bogoworkshop.com. Despite my coding gap since 2014, I managed to achieve what I set out to do, although not without some imperfections. Nevertheless, I successfully implemented functional improvements and added numerous features to elevate our customers’ browsing experience. The satisfaction I feel from writing, testing, and implementing the code cannot be understated, even if it came with a considerable financial investment of several thousand euros per year.

Products Pages:

We have now integrated a Total Cost calculation feature on the product pages, allowing you to determine the product subtotal, shipping costs, and overall cost based on quantity and weight-based shipping. Additionally, we’ve included QR codes for products, enabling a easy redirection to the checkout page upon scanning. Please note that the QR codes are static and only applicable to the default product variation. Furthermore, you can conveniently contact us directly from the product pages via a modal window that offers various options such as a contact form, Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp (after resolving previous issues related to WhatsApp’s development code changes), and email.

We have also reintroduced the Registration form for Unregistered Customers, which had temporarily disappeared during the previous version’s development. This registration form will now open in a modal window. Social Network Login and Registration processes remain unchanged.

We have successfully implemented Product Reviews and Star Rating at the end of each product page, although with some initial challenges. We have also incorporated Cloudflare spam protection to ensure a secure environment. For new customers, we now offer coupon codes with a convenient “Copy Coupon Code” button included.

In terms of design, we have made slight adjustments to increase page width, ensuring optimal compatibility across various devices. Additionally, the display issues previously encountered on different devices have been resolved, and related products are now back and accessible.

Cart Page:

The Cart Page, which previously posed numerous challenges and dissuaded potential customers from completing their purchases, has undergone significant improvements. We have implemented a design that adapts to different devices, including desktops, tablets, and mobile phones, effectively eliminating previous compatibility issues.

We have also introduced a feature that automatically recalculates Product Subtotals and Shipping Costs based on changes in product quantity. Moreover, shipping costs are now calculated based on the Selected Country and Address. Coupon codes can be applied Manually, by scanning the QR code, or by adding them to the session through the “Apply” button on the coupons page.

We have also addressed a long-standing issue with the countries list, which had persisted unbeknownst to us.

Coupons Page:

The coupons page has undergone notable improvements in both design and functionality. We now provide convenient “Copy Code” buttons, QR codes, and the ability to apply codes to the session.

Category Pages:

We have implemented redesigned Product Category pages that offer enhanced functionalities and an improved visual experience.

Product Tags Pages:

We have introduced new and improved product tags pages, featuring a redesigned layout and enhanced functionalities.

In summary, the hard work and dedication put into the improved version of bogoworkshop.com have yielded impressive results. Despite a long break from coding, the implementation of functional improvements and additional features has significantly enhanced the overall customer experience.

13-06-2023Tags: cart page, category pages, coding, Contact form, coupon codes, coupons, customer experience, design changes, functional improvements, product reviews, product tags pages, proud achievement, QR code, registration form, related products, shipping, shipping calculation, social networks login, star rating, total cost calculation, website development

Fender Aerodyne Bass: Custom Thumb Rests for a Satisfied Customer

We are thrilled to announce the satisfaction of our valued customer, Michael from the UK, who recently received a specially designed Thumb rest for his Fender Aerodyne Bass Guitar made in Japan back in 2005. Our collaboration with Michael involved several email exchanges to discuss dimensions and desired features, resulting in the creation of more than 30 unique Thumb rest models. However, Michael had a unique vision, and we gladly followed his lead, developing two distinct Thumb rest variations for his Fender Aerodyne Bass made in Japan, differing in height with options at 6mm and 8mm.

We are grateful to Fender Michael for generously sharing images showcasing the installed Thumb rest, providing a visual testament to the exceptional craftsmanship achieved. You can view the images.

Thank you for choosing bogo Workshop, where we take pleasure in creating beautiful pieces customized to your preferences and needs.

02-06-2023Tags: bogo workshop, Collaboration, customer satisfaction, Customized design, Exceptional craftsmanship, Fender Aerodyne Bass, Images, Japan, thumb rest, UK