5-string E to C nut?

[Lavrans]

I just got a Brice short scale 5-string; I've restrung it C to E, but the nut is intended for B to G. Does anybody know where I can get a nut specifically for E to C?

Thanks!

 

[Malyse Intende]

Only way I know is to just make one. That way you know it will fit.

 

[Lavrans]

I was thinking of getting a 6 string nut and then trimming it down to fit the 5 higher pitched strings. Seem like a plan?

 

[Jazz Ad]

There isn't a reason to replace it if the bass works as is.
Do you experience trouble?

 

[Lavrans]

Yes: The low E is such a poor fit that to prevent buzzing, I am using the old match book cover trick to lift it up. Not good. The rest of the strings are better, but stil the best fit.

 

[Lavrans]

Follow up: I got a 6-string bass nut, and trimmed off the low end. It is a nearly perfect fit, action is perfect and no more floppy buzz on the low E. If anybody can benefit from my experience with this, then good.