Is the Hipshot HB7 the only "drop-in" replacement tuner for MIM Fenders?

Slater · #1 01-10-2008, 02:13 PM

I have a parts-bass project going and I would like to use some good tuners on it. I just ordered a brand new MIM Fender neck (I haven't received it yet). All the holes on the neck are pre-drilled, so I would hate to start drilling new holes for different tuners.

There's nothing wrong with using the Hipshot HB7s, except it's hard to find a place that has them in-stock, and they're a little pricey.

So, does anyone know of any alternatives to the HB7? Schaller?, Gotoh?...

meev992 · #2 01-10-2008, 03:01 PM

All Parts, comes to mind.

Slater · #3 01-11-2008, 01:38 PM

BESTBASSGEAR.COM just got the HB7s in-stock (and they have the best price I could find), so I ordered a set of the Hipshots from them (which is what I really wanted anyway).

Valerus · #4 01-11-2008, 01:45 PM

I'm just wondering, what's the pro's of having these over the standard tuners?

meev992 · #5 01-11-2008, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Valerus

I'm just wondering, what's the pro's of having these over the standard tuners?

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them's be fightin' words

Slater · #6 01-11-2008, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Valerus

I'm just wondering, what's the pro's of having these over the standard tuners?

If I had the standard tuners, I would probably use them until I had a problem with them. Since I'm starting a parts-bass project from scratch, I'm going with a higher quality 27:1 gear ratio (more precise - good for a Precision Bass ) tuner...

Sinclair · #7 04-26-2009, 10:52 AM

*bump*

Anyone knows other drop-in replacement tuners for MIMs?

bassgod76 · #8 04-27-2009, 08:46 PM

I don't know who else makes drop-in MIM tuners, but www.basspartsresource.com has always had the Hipshots when I ordered.

NOVAX · #9 04-27-2009, 10:02 PM

I obtained a 01 USA jazz neck that someone drilled for MIM tuners(gasp!) It LOOKS like Ping MIGHT make some. I'm thinking of going back to the Schaller/Fender ultalite borons and just woodfilling the holes. My other option was quality MIM replacements. But, those Hipshots are just too much dollar and everyone elses quality at the under 50 buck price is a little sketchy looking.

bassgod76 · #10 04-28-2009, 08:33 AM

Not to be an ass, but you pay for what you get. The set is like $75 on bass parts resource, but well worth it.

Sinclair · #11 04-28-2009, 11:42 AM

How's about weight - stockers vs Hipshot?
I guess I'll stick with the stockers, as long as they do their job (and they do surprisingly good, better than my deluxe ones).

Mazatleco17 · #12 04-28-2009, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Valerus

I'm just wondering, what's the pro's of having these over the standard tuners?

I'm going to replace the tuners on my squier vmj, but just for looks, I want black hardware.

not trying to hijack the thread but what kind should I use, I've been told these fit the vmj. http://accessories.musiciansfriend.c...Set?sku=363044 but that some drilling is needed.

bassgod76 · #13 04-28-2009, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Sinclair

How's about weight - stockers vs Hipshot?
I guess I'll stick with the stockers, as long as they do their job (and they do surprisingly good, better than my deluxe ones).

My stock MIM tuners were heavier than the Hipshots. Also, the Hipshots are smooth as silk. Not that my stock ones were bad, but there is a difference.

bassgod76 · #14 04-28-2009, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Mazatleco17

I'm going to replace the tuners on my squier vmj, but just for looks, I want black hardware.

not trying to hijack the thread but what kind should I use, I've been told these fit the vmj. http://accessories.musiciansfriend.c...Set?sku=363044 but that some drilling is needed.

You may want to consider these
http://store.hipshotproducts.com/car...ct_detail&p=96
The large plate may cover the old holes.
Just an idea

Mazatleco17 · #15 04-28-2009, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by bassgod76

You may want to consider these
http://store.hipshotproducts.com/car...ct_detail&p=96
The large plate may cover the old holes.
Just an idea

Might have to email hipshot and ask, I've done it before and they reply right away.

NOVAX · #16 04-28-2009, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by bassgod76

Not to be an ass, but you pay for what you get. The set is like $75 on bass parts resource, but well worth it.

You're an ass

bassgod76 · #17 04-29-2009, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by NOVAX

You're an ass

I get that a lot! LOL!

NOVAX · #18 04-29-2009, 09:38 AM

No worries BG76. My choice remains:
Hipshot drop-ins for $75, or
OEM(kinda)Schaller/Fender ultras for roughly the same ducats.

Which road would you guys take? Sorry about the thread hijack.

"357 is a good weapon, but I've seen a 38 bounce off a windshield-
no good in a city like this."

bassgod76 · #19 04-29-2009, 09:48 AM

I say Hipshot. I was happy with them.

NOVAX · #20 04-29-2009, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Slater

I have a parts-bass project going and I would like to use some good tuners on it. I just ordered a brand new MIM Fender neck (I haven't received it yet). All the holes on the neck are pre-drilled, so I would hate to start drilling new holes for different tuners.

There's nothing wrong with using the Hipshot HB7s, except it's hard to find a place that has them in-stock, and they're a little pricey.

So, does anyone know of any alternatives to the HB7? Schaller?, Gotoh?...

Out of respect to Slater:
Allparts does have a Gotoh that looks like it will drop in (TK-0908-001)
as well as a Schaller (TK-0791-001)
The only Hipshot product I have is a D-tuner.