The present invention includes a gimbal having a plurality of forwards struts extending from a central portion of a transducer-carrying apparatus and terminating in a forward suspension attachment portion. A plurality of rear struts also extend from a central portion of the transducer-carrying apparatus and terminate in a rear suspension attachment portion. The width of the gimbal is narrower than the width of the supporting suspension. A method of making the gimbal includes photo-patterning a foil substrate with an insulative material in the shape of struts. Bond pads are plated onto the foil substrate, which serve as the forward and rear attachment portions to the suspension, as well as attachment portions to the transducer-carrying apparatus. Supportive gimbal springs are etched onto the insulative undercoat of the foil substrate.