Tuning Pegs

mikey_480 · #1 07-13-2011, 07:16 AM

Hi all,
I'm re building my old Encore bass and I want to replace the tuning pegs. I was wondering if These pegs:

would fit a standard P style bass?

I'm not entirely sure if they are usually one size fits all or not as I have never replaced any hardware.

Thanks in advance.

- Mike

SGD Lutherie · #2 07-13-2011, 08:03 AM

No, P basses use larger posts. You also need 4 in-line, those are 2 on each side. You want something like this:

You can get a set of Wilkinson tuners here for a good price:

Bass Parts Resource: Wilkinson Bass Tuners

Look at the three different ones across the top of the page.

mikey_480 · #3 07-13-2011, 08:14 AM

Oh that's a shame as I find those ones a bit too bulky, but hey, that's just the way it is.

thank you very much

SGD Lutherie · #4 07-13-2011, 08:16 AM

You can get more compact and lighter tuners with larger posts, like these:

Ultralite Bass Machines > Store > Hipshot Products

The thing you have to do is measure the size of the hole for the tuner. Most Fender type basses use 1/2" shafts. The ones you showed use 3/8" shafts. You can get the Hipshots in either size.

mikey_480 · #5 07-13-2011, 08:21 AM

Okay, I'll be sure to do some last minute measurements before I go off to purchase them.

I don't suppose you have some more of those pearls of wisdom to recommend me some good pickups do you?

I was thinking maybe these:
DIMARZIO DP127 WH - Thomann UK Cyberstore

96tbird · #6 07-13-2011, 08:22 AM

Ah hah! You are looking at those on ebay? Right? There's some wilkinsons on ebay, ship from Hong Kong 40 bucks all in: 4 In Line Black Wilkinson Open Frame Bass Tuners | eBay

a cheaper alternative over Wilkinsons, lower gear ratio will do the job, my Squier VM Jazz uses them stock (Chrome tho') they're just OK : Bass Tuners, Elephant Type, Black, Right Hand,Set of 4 | eBay

I'd go with Wilkinsons if on a budget. The extra 10 bucks is worth it. Hipshots if you want to drop a ton! Have fun!

Edit, too big huh? Try these I have a set and they are very nice, large string post: http://cgi.ebay.ca/Black-Bass-Guitar...ht_1117wt_1188

mikey_480 · #7 07-13-2011, 08:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 96tbird

Ah hah! You are looking at those on ebay? Right? There's some wilkinsons on ebay, ship from Hong Kong 40 bucks all in: 4 In Line Black Wilkinson Open Frame Bass Tuners | eBay

a cheaper alternative over Wilkinsons, lower gear ratio will do the job, my Squier VM Jazz uses them stock (Chrome tho') they're just OK : Bass Tuners, Elephant Type, Black, Right Hand,Set of 4 | eBay

I'd go with Wilkinsons if on a budget. The extra 10 bucks is worth it. Hipshots if you want to drop a ton! Have fun!

Edit, too big huh? Try these I have a set and they are very nice, large string post: Black Bass Guitar Tuners, 4 piece, For Fender bass | eBay

I am indeed! Thank you, I don't mind spending an extra few quid if the quality is good.

Thanks for your help you two=]