Hipshot Detuner

I have a Hipshot Ultralite detuner on a Warmoth build. It works great. It's adjustable. Supposedly will take an E tuned string all the way to C. I just have it go a whole tone, to D. It always comes back exactly in tune for me. Very well engineered and finished.

 

I also have a Hipshot Ultralite detuner on a Warmoth build.

You get a single switch from E down to any note as low as C.
There is a set screw on the back that lets you adjust the note.

 

I've never owned one that came back exactly in tune. They always come back sharp. What's your secret??

 

Then it seems that you haven't set it up properly.

http://www.hipshotproducts.com/files/all/faq4410a0bcb239e.pdf

It's a bit of a pain to do a few times but it's generally pretty spot on once you get it dialed in.

 

I threaten to break off the headstock and toss it in the woodstove.
I dunno, could be that I very seldom use it, and I've only used it with really broken-in strings (flats).

 

I'm glad to hear this. I just bought a used Warmoth build that has this Detuner on it.

 

It's all explained in the latter half of this video...

 

I have a detuner i jusy installed it on my MIM fender bass . I got it for free because i bought a bass took the de tuner off and sold the bass at a profit.

I drilled the holes right i checked put it together the E is in tune but i cant figure out how to adjust the allen head bottome piece so the D is in tune. The D maybe in tune but my tuner is not picking it up. When i flip it up the E registers in tune and down the D does not register.

 

For people with trouble, just watch the video provided on this thread. it explains everything

 

When I put them on two basses I RTM'd and had it happening in minutes. When I change to a different string set of different gauges I have to readjust for the new tension on that string, but it takes moments, and someone who uses the same set all the time should not need to revisit that single page manual unless they bump it out of adjustment or something.

 

Awesome. Thank you. It's a bit of a pain, at first, but I got it.

All those years ago, I got into the habit of just giving the string a tug and tuning ASAP.

We're all so proud of you!

 

Why? Because I could sart reading that butt-ugly ninth-gen copier page and still persist for another couple of minutes? ; }

 

No. Because you actually had the patience to start reading the instructions.

I remember installing my first d-tuner, in the early 90s. I looked at the diagram, thought "got it" and tossed the instructions. I figured to just tune it (both E and D) and I was good to go. I never even knew there was a special procedure to follow. My newest one was a forum purchase that had no instructions.

 

I own one on one of mine - really don't use it much.

 

Well, anyway, after the aid of a video you should be happening easier. Definitely give it a little grease and keep the winds around the tuner a little less than you may be used to. I went up a gauge (or two if the sets you use are kinda slack there) for the low-pitched string too - that makes the detuned note have more body in most cases.

 

I use mine quite often - not only for a step lower and pedaling while I play on other strings, but to play double and triple stops with different bottom notes within easier reach.

 

I own a fleet of basses..

Find tuning BEAD or going 5 string to be more useful.

Periodically I'll use it (hipshot) for Acoustic players who like a D chord.. wouldn't miss it if it weren't there.

Tim

 

I've got mine on Five and Six string basses already ; }

 

They work great; I put one on my latest build.