Hipshot string tree installation on J-Bass

There's literally two screws.

 

Put it in about the same position as the one being replaced and insure it encompasses the G, D, and A strings equally. Then use a pointed object such as an icepick etc to start a hole and put the screws in place.
That is it

 

It can't go where the original string tree went because that is beside the A tuner, to far back to capture the A string. It has to be put midway between the the E and A tuners, making the original string tree hole visible. IMO that Hipshot tree is a really poor design. Consider modifying it by drilling holes through the tree where the strings can be fed into the tree and then cutting the screw tabs off.

 

Highly suggest you predrill the holes to the correct size and depth.

 

And lube the screws with bar soap.

 

Yes, definitely that too.

 

Thanks for the information. I stand corrected

 

For location I just eyeball it. I prefer the triples even on a 4 because the A string can buzz sometimes if the nut isn't cut perfectly.

In my usual location the strings will hold it in place while drilling the first hole.

 

I use this style, as they don't restrict the movement of the string (as much) while tuning.
IMO, of course.


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Roller T String Retainer for Bass, Black

 

I love this guy's sense of humor... serious.