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Tuners

Tuning machines offer a nice custom touch when used with an upgrade or a fresh start of years of future stability with tuning on new builds.

Up-Tuning with Hipshot Xtenders

August 24, 2012August 16, 2012 by Best Bass Gear

I had the idea of using it as an “up-tuner” instead of a “de-tuner”. I can then play in standard tuning and with a simple flick of my thumb I can tune my low B string all the way up to a D!

Categories Gear, Hardware, Tuners 7 Comments

How to install new tuning machines

April 25, 2012April 24, 2012 by Best Bass Gear

Best Bass Gear tech Max is back with another video guide, this time showing us how to install a set of new Hipshot HB7 tuners.

Categories Articles, Hardware, Repair & Installation, Tuners 5 Comments

Treating your bass’ deadspot

August 17, 2012April 16, 2012 by Best Bass Gear

Deadspots a very common problem haunting many Fender basses. But an ingenious solution from John K of may just be the simple fix you need.

Categories Articles, Hardware, Tuners 37 Comments

Installing Bass Tuners Guide

December 16, 2020November 15, 2011 by Best Bass Gear

Tuners: What Kind to Buy & How to Install Them (with Pictures) Written by Evan, Best Bass Gear’s Prewire & Tech Support (Electronics and Hardware) Here in the shop we receive a lot of questions on tuners including how upgrading from stock tuners makes a difference and then subsequently, how to change them. Although they … Read more

Categories Articles, Hardware, Repair & Installation, Tuners 11 Comments
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