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Lighter tuners USA STD?

Discussion in 'Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]' started by David Jayne, Dec 13, 2014.

  1. Dec 13, 2014 #1
    David Jayne

    David Jayne

    Jan 16, 2006
    Brookfield, CT
    For 2008+ models? Hipshot makes a drop tuning key but that's it. The stockers are pretty light but I've got a touch of neck dive I'd like to cure without a heavy bridge.
     
  2. Dec 13, 2014 #2
    /\/\3phist0

    /\/\3phist0 ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) mmm Woody! DHDIK? Sweet Treets.

    May 7, 2007
    Diablo range mountains, California
    Gotoh makes some ultralights as does schaller. Hipshot ultralights will work just fine but will require drilling and leaving some "extra" holes exposed.
     
  3. Dec 17, 2014 #3
    David Jayne

    David Jayne

    Jan 16, 2006
    Brookfield, CT
    Hmmm yeah I'm hoping to keep this one in original, unmolested condition. Would rather not drill holes.
     
  4. Dec 17, 2014 #4
    /\/\3phist0

    /\/\3phist0 ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) mmm Woody! DHDIK? Sweet Treets.

    May 7, 2007
    Diablo range mountains, California
    The holes for the hipshots would be hidden by the original tuners when re - installed.
     
  5. Dec 20, 2014 #5
    JimmyM

    JimmyM Supporting Member

    Apr 11, 2005
    Apopka, FL
    Endorsing: Yamaha, Ampeg, Line 6, EMG
    The stock keys are made by Hipshot, aren't they?
     
  6. Dec 20, 2014 #6
    David Jayne

    David Jayne

    Jan 16, 2006
    Brookfield, CT
    I do believe they are, James. When I spoke with Jason at NAMM several years ago he hinted that they would be making them, when I asked about the possibility of a detuner. So I guess it's as good as it gets without drilling. Maybe I'll bite the bullet.
     
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