One of the most common guitar upgrades is to swap a bone nut for the inferior plastic nut which often comes on the guitar from the factory. This relatively minor upgrade provides a greater tone, more durability and more stable tuning.
In this one-day workshop, we will discuss the main functions of the guitar string nut, talk about the most common mistakes when making one, and go over how to make a perfect bone nut step-by-step. The process can be challenging, and mistakes will happen, but you will learn a solid methodology and will be given individual attention throughout the process.
We will cover the following –
- String nut function, materials and general considerations when replacing one.
- String nut removal process and common challenges, finish concerns and repair.
- Nut slot truing and sizing.
- Proper squaring, sizing and fitting of the nut blank to the slot.
- String layout and proper spacing.
- String slot depth parameters and proper cutting/sizing of slots.
- Final shaping and polishing to a mirror shine.
- Type and amount of adhesive used to keep the nut in the slot.
Spend the day making a shiny, scratch-free nut for your own guitar or bass that stays in tune and plays great! Making a nut to the SF Guitarworks standard is no mean feat, but you’ll have all the secrets to do yourself after this workshop.
FEE: $375
Full payment is due at the time of sign-up
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