FAQs Archive - Guitar NutBuster

Q: Can the Guitar NutBuster® be used on a left-handed guitar?

The Guitar NutBuster ® is designed to be used on both right and left-handed guitars.

Q: Can the Guitar NutBuster® be used on a guitar with a Bullet Truss Rod?

The Guitar NutBuster ® "Bullet" (GNB-001-6 "Bullet") is an available option that is designed to be used on Vintage-Era & Reissue Guitars having a Bullet Truss Rod. Although the Guitar NutBuster ® "Bullet" is milled-out with precision underneath to provide adequate clearance for a bullet truss rod it can also be used on standard guitars.

Q: Can the Guitar NutBuster® be used on a 7-String Guitar?

The Guitar NutBuster ® is extremely versatile and can also be used with fantastic results on a 7-String Guitar (visit photo gallery) . The first (6) strings (the most problematic to have tuning problems) are stabilized as normal through the Guitar NutBuster ® while the 7th bass string (the least problematic) passes along on the side allowing for quick, on the fly bass string alternate tuning adjustments.

Q: Will my case close properly with the Guitar NutBuster® installed on my guitar?

There are no issues with using a guitar case while having the Guitar NutBuster ® installed. The Micro-Tuners only extend an additional 3/16" beyond a traditional locking nut allowing the case to function and close normally without interference.

Q: What is the Guitar NutBuster®?

The Guitar NutBuster ® is an attachable, user-installed, completely non-invasive Locking Tune Stabilizing System that's easy to use and offers significant control over the most common tuning problems.

Q: Does using the Guitar NutBuster® damage my guitar in any way?

The Guitar NutBuster ® requires no modifications, wood routing or screws and is not permanently mounted to the guitar in any way. It is a completely floating and suspended system that attaches solely to the strings and hovers over the headstock completely off of and away from the wood and paint finish preventing any damages from possibly occurring to the guitar while in use.

Q: Where is the Guitar NutBuster® located and how is it held onto the guitar?

The Guitar NutBuster ® is a floating and suspended system that actually hovers over the headstock and is located just behind the guitar’s nut. It doesn’t actually mount to the guitar itself but is solely held in place by the guitar strings as they run through the Guitar NutBuster ® and into the guitar tuners.

Q: How long does it take to install the Guitar NutBuster® and set it up?

The Guitar NutBuster ® attaches to the guitar in minutes during a normal string change routine by fishing the strings through it and into the guitar tuners. Proper setup and procedure by closely following the appropriate Setup Guide for your guitar is key to gaining the most benefit and having the very best experience possible while using the Guitar NutBuster ®.