Broke my bass nut. Is it repairable?

[st00f]

I broke the nut to my bass. The end holding the E string from falling out the side just snapped on when I was stringing my bass (This was the first time I have done it, I think I was doing it right, I don't know if I messed up) Is it repairable? Do I need to buy a new bass? This is very important, this is my deceased dad's bass and my mom will be very upset if it is broken forever.

 

[Bassragerstitch]

you can get a new nut what brand is the bass

 

[millsbass5]

Pics would help. But,to answer your question,yes,it can be fixed.

 

[fishdreams]

This should be very repairable and not expensive. Probably a good opportunity to have a proper craftsman put in a new and better nut, and have the bass setup properly while you're at it. Don't sweat it

 

[hdracer]

Take the bass to a good tech and have him install a new nut and set up the bass. It shouldn't cost more then $40-60

 

[st00f]

Take the bass to a good tech and have him install a new nut and set up the bass. It shouldn't cost more then $40-60

Alright, that's very good. I can afford that. Thank you. How long does it normally take?

 

[droo46]

Alright, that's very good. I can afford that. Thank you. How long does it normally take?

If they have the part in stock it shouldn't take much longer than 30 minutes or so.

 

[BayStateBass]

It's a straightforward repair.

But, I don't think anyone has mentioned this....

What are you trying to restring it with? I have heard of cracked nuts on the E slot when restringing with coated strings such as Rotosound Nexus strings (which I have). Be sure the gauge works with the nut before putting them on; heavier strings may require filing the nut to accept them.

Bring the strings with you to the repair person so they can determine if the nut needs to be "altered" to accept them. Or if they are a good match.

Good luck, don't worry...

 

[st00f]

It's a straightforward repair.

But, I don't think anyone has mentioned this....

What are you trying to restring it with? I have heard of cracked nuts on the E slot when restringing with coated strings such as Rotosound Nexus strings (which I have). Be sure the gauge works with the nut before putting them on; heavier strings may require filing the nut to accept them.

Bring the strings with you to the repair person so they can determine if the nut needs to be "altered" to accept them. Or if they are a good match.

Good luck, don't worry...

I have DR HI-beam stainless steal round core strings (Just got them today) after my G string snapped the other day. I just picked up some strings and bought them. That could've been the problem. The string is .105. I don't know if that is large or small.

 

[senp5f]

A .105 low E is right is a medium gauge -- middle of the road. Most nuts should be able accommodate it.

A broken nut is not a big problem at all -- it's a routine fix for a qualified tech. Take it to a reputable music store and tell them what happened, and they should be able to fix it that day.

If you want a pre-shaped, synthetic replacement nut, it should only take a few minutes for them to do the minor fitting required. If you want a new nut fabricated from bone -- the standard on high-end basses -- it might take longer and cost a little more. In any case, it shouldn't be much more than $60.

And don't worry, your bass is most definitely not broken or permanently damaged in any way!

 

[michael_atw]

Make sure you wear protection when you bust a bass nut.

 

[colcifer]

If they have the part in stock it shouldn't take much longer than 30 minutes or so.

If the tech does it on the spot. Good techs tend to be busy so (s)he might have your bass for a day or two. Where are you? Someone on here'll be able to recommend a good shop.

 

[Growly Lytes]

I dont know but maybe it can be superglued back together.
Give it a go it wont hurt.
I filed the slot on the E too much & got fretbuzz.Searched TB found out that superglue & pick shavings worked.Filled the slot & filed it back to normal.

 

[st00f]

If the tech does it on the spot. Good techs tend to be busy so (s)he might have your bass for a day or two. Where are you? Someone on here'll be able to recommend a good shop.

I live in Connecticut (Ridgefield, to be exact)

 

[Jazz Ad]

Superglue it back and resume playing.

 

[st00f]

I got a dab of epoxy (Couldn't find any superglue) and stuck it on the chipped part. I'm waiting for it to dry now.

 

[Growly Lytes]

Give it a day to really set good.It should be o.k then.
Good luck bro.

 

[st00f]

Alright, thanks for the help everyone. I owe you bigtime.