FAQs Archive - Page 2 of 3 - Guitar NutBuster

Q: Which tremolo systems can the Guitar NutBuster® be used with?

The Guitar NutBuster ® is designed to be used with all (non-locking) stock tremolo systems available. However, the Guitar NutBuster ® is also a great tune stabilizing system for non-tremolo equipped electric and acoustic guitars adding noticeable sustain and tone enhancements while also offering the convenience of fine tuning accuracy using the on-board Micro-Tuners!

Q: What is the largest string gauge that the Guitar NutBuster® can accommodate?

The Guitar NutBuster ® is extremely versatile and can accept all string gauges up to .075" in thickness.

Q: What is the advantage of the Guitar NutBuster® verses locking tuners?

Locking tuners allow for a faster string change and also enable string lengths to be minimized reducing tuning issues related to having "extra string length" coiled around the tuning posts but they unfortunately do not directly address the primary source and cause of the most common tuning problems which is the guitar nut itself. The Guitar NutBuster ® locks down the tuning configuration and addresses the primary cause of tuning problems directly at its source all without having to make any modifications or changes to the guitar and eliminating the need to install locking tuners!

Q: Will my guitar go out of tune if a string is broken while using the Guitar NutBuster®?

A guitar's tuning reaction to a broken string while using the Guitar NutBuster ® will not change and remains the same as it was prior to using it. If the tremolo system is set to be non-floating (tremolo bar can only move downward) or if the guitar does not have a tremolo system installed then the guitar will not go out of tune if a string is broken as normal. However, if the guitar has a tremolo system that is set up to be floating (tremolo bar can move both upward and downward) then the guitar will likely go out of tune if a string is broken as normal.

Q: Will using the Guitar NutBuster® alter the guitar's natural balance?

The Guitar NutBuster ® does not alter the guitar’s natural balance in any noticeable way. Due to its 2.2 oz. solid tool steel mass resting and resonating directly behind the guitar nut, the Guitar NutBuster ® also offers noticeable tone and sustain enhancing benefits!

Q: Does the Guitar NutBuster® solve all of my tuning problems?

The Guitar NutBuster ® offers significant control over the most common tuning problems associated with a guitar’s nut however the overall tune stabilizing success also depends upon the quality, setup and functionality of the guitars existing bridge/tremolo hardware.

Q: Does the Guitar NutBuster® remain completely stationary on a guitar like a Traditional Locking System?

Considering that the Guitar NutBuster ® is solely held in position by the strings and is not directly mounted to the guitar neck, it doesn’t remain completely stationary during use and will subtly move in accordance with the natural movements of the strings. The entire premise for choosing the Guitar NutBuster ® is to be able to gain significant control over the most common tuning problems without requiring any modifications, screw holes, routing of wood, damages to the guitar or have any parts swapped out. All for a fraction of the cost to purchase and install a Traditional Locking System!