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The Musician Forums => Guitar Central => Topic started by: r_chino18 on December 19, 2009, 08:05:34 PM
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If you want real balls on your guitar, get yourself a Graphtech nut!
(http://graphtech.com/images/top_01.jpg)
http://graphtech.com/ (http://graphtech.com/)
This thread is dedicated not only for Graphtech nuts but also for other Graphtech products. I made this thread for reference sa reviews, insights, at tutorial from Graphtech users. This thread could also be helpful and beneficial to those na nag-iisip kung ano ba meron sa graphtech at sa mga may alinlangan pa.
Feel free to post your tutorials, comments, and reviews.
here are some other references from other forums.
http://www.seymourduncan.com/forum/showthread.php?t=168283&highlight=graphtech+saddles (http://www.seymourduncan.com/forum/showthread.php?t=168283&highlight=graphtech+saddles)
http://www.seymourduncan.com/forum/showthread.php?t=155919&highlight=Graphtech (http://www.seymourduncan.com/forum/showthread.php?t=155919&highlight=Graphtech)
*** if you have questions on the processes.. please don't quote the pictures.. i also refrain others from quoting pictures on this thread.. you can just quote the sentences and numbers.. labelled naman sila kaya madali ma-identify kung san malabo.. this is for the benefit of us all.. para hindi maging masyadong mabagal pag iloload.. this might be a pic heavy thread lalo na sa tutorials..
go lang kayo sa pagpost ng pics ng graphtech upgraded guitars niyo and tutorials.. be kind to others nalang when quoting***
Respect the thread and the forumers. Read the rules. Minsan lang ako gumawa ng thread.
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Birthday ko kahapon and i'm feeling bored today so i thought of getting my Graphtech nut and install it on my guitar.
Here's how i did it..
Reference:
I used a PRS SE Standard and a Graphtech PT-6060-00 BLACK TUSQ XL which is a good replacement with regards to measurements.
Tips:
1. Be very careful when choosing a nut, make sure tama sa lahat ng measurements, especially string spacing. ok lang yung may konting allowance na pwede pa isand, per when it comes to string spacing, dapat exact or very close.
2. This task of installing the nut ay relatively kayang gawin ng isang ordinary person. You just need to have a few basic materials that i'll state as we go further.
3. Don't be too hasty sa paggawa. Take it slow.
Tutorial:
1. Things i used are as follows:
** perhaps you can use Elmer's glue. kelangan mo lang naman mai fix yung nut. the string would also grip it down bigtime. pero i used wood glue kasi wala ako Elmer's.
** Something sharp and fine. i found the small knife sa swiss knife ko to be very useful and efficient para dito.
(http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q170/reichinopua/Graphtech%20work/DSC01982.jpg)
2. Notice how uneven the stock nut was cut? hindi siya sakto sa edges. ewwww.....
(http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q170/reichinopua/Graphtech%20work/DSC01979.jpg)
3. Remove your strings and let's get it on!!
Slowly slice the junction.. avoid slicing the wood.. avoid slicing the stock nut.. what we want is to remove the whole stock nut from being glued.. be very careful.. do it a little sa left at sa right.. and sa taas..
(http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q170/reichinopua/Graphtech%20work/DSC01983.jpg)
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(http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q170/reichinopua/Graphtech%20work/DSC01985.jpg)
4. Pag feel mo pwede na siya matanggal.. here's what i did.. of course you can opt for another method..
(http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q170/reichinopua/Graphtech%20work/DSC01987.jpg)
5. Then clean and lightly sand yung pinagtanggalan mo ng nut.. some wood remained pagkatanggal ko so i had to even the nut pocket..
(http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q170/reichinopua/Graphtech%20work/DSC01989.jpg)
6. Testing the Graphtech PT-6060-00 nut..
(http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q170/reichinopua/Graphtech%20work/DSC01990.jpg)
7. Comparison of stock (right) and graphtech (left) nut..
(http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q170/reichinopua/Graphtech%20work/DSC01992.jpg)
8. I based my measurements sa stock nut.. The graphtech nut seemed to be a direct replacement pero masyado siya mataas so i had to sand/file down the bottom part.. i did a quick mark dun sa graphtech nut para alam ko kung hanggang saan ko isasand and here's how i did the mark..
(http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q170/reichinopua/Graphtech%20work/DSC01996.jpg)
9. i need not show a photo of the sanding process.. pero first i did was to use a low grade sandpaper para mabilis maubos then a higher grade para dahan dahan nalang at mas pino siya para smooth yung ilalim.. be very careful with this proces.. sayang ang nut pag sumobra ang sand.. but it can be fixed..
10. when you think it's enough, lagay mo sa nut slot.. put the high and low E strings and check kung ok na ang height niya.. don't make it too high, mahihirapang ka dipain yung strings, nor too low kasi baka magbuzz naman.. yung tama lang..
11. pag ok na talaga, put a little glue sa ilalim and fix the nut sa nut pocket.. habang basa pa yung glue, wipe those excess and coming out with a damp towel para malinis.. mahirap matanggal yung mess pag tuyo or semi tuyo na yung glue.. restring your guitar and tune to pitch..
here's mine with the new Graphtech PT-6060-00 nut..
Perfect fit yung particular na model na yung in terms of thickness, string spacing, at width.. height lang ang kelangan isand..
(http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q170/reichinopua/Graphtech%20work/DSC01997.jpg)
Comments:
1. it was very easy to tune. i just tuned to pitch then stretched the strings.. and did this twice.. then played the guitar with some major bending and stuff.. then tuned it again to pitch.. SOLVE! konting pagtono lang ok na siya.. no more string binding stuff..
2. i'm yet to see how long this baby stays in tune with this nut.. it definitely solved my tuning issues.. no need for locking tuners.. have i gotten locking tuners, i would have wasted 4000php on a brand new set.. with the graphtec nut, i didn't have to spend more than 1000..
FTW!! (http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f351/charonn0/Picture64.gif)
*** if you have questions on my process.. please don't quote the pictures.. i also refrain others from quoting pictures on this thread.. you can just quote the sentences and numbers.. labelled naman sila kaya madali ma-identify kung san malabo.. this is for the benefit of us all.. para hindi maging masyadong mabagal pag iloload.. this might be a pic heavy thread lalo na sa tutorials..
go lang kayo sa pagpost ng pics ng graphtech upgraded guitars niyo and tutorials.. be kind to others nalang when quoting***
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here's my brother's Ibanez RG321MH which he installed a Graphtech PT-6643-00 nut. very neatly done.
(http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo144/cayle_6/DSC01971.jpg)
(http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo144/cayle_6/DSC01972.jpg)
(http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo144/cayle_6/DSC01973.jpg)
:mrgreen:
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2. Notice how uneven the stock nut was cut? hindi siya sakto sa edges. ewwww.....
ewwwwww.... :lol:
belated happy birthday bro... and nice thread... :-)
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nice guitars bro...
belated happy birthday man... :-D
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ganda naman..lalo na sa ibanez swak na swak...
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2. Notice how uneven the stock nut was cut? hindi siya sakto sa edges. ewwww.....
ewwwwww.... :lol:
belated happy birthday bro... and nice thread... :-)
haha.. eww talaga.. nut talaga ang unang gripe sa mga SE..
thanks sa greeting.. :-)
nice guitars bro...
belated happy birthday man... :-D
thanks sa greeting bro.. :-)
ganda naman..lalo na sa ibanez swak na swak...
yup.. very minor lang na pag sand ng height ang ginawa dun.. saktong sakto talaga..
thanks sa greeting.. :-)
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gusto ko na talaga umorder kay sir chox.
kaso 750,big help na yan pandagdag sa amp...by next year nalang siguro...
ang maganda pa dyan free shipping pa...
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Nice share :lol:
buti na lang SE din gitara ko, may reference ako parati :mrgreen:
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Ayos ah. Naga- GAS tuloy ako :-)
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kung sakali bumili ako pre, sayo ko ipapakabit ha? heheheh
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Nice share :lol:
buti na lang SE din gitara ko, may reference ako parati :mrgreen:
haha.. onga eh.. more upgrades to come.. sa susunod acoustic naman.. :-)
Ayos ah. Naga- GAS tuloy ako :-)
be one of us bro.. haha..
kung sakali bumili ako pre, sayo ko ipapakabit ha? heheheh
patay tayo jan.. sundan nalang ang tutorial.. :-)
kaya naman siya na DIY eh.. diskerte lang yan.. meron din naman tutorial nsa packaging ng graphtech eh kaya wala dapat ipag-alala.. marami resources on how to.. :-)
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Sir r_chino18 san nyo po binili yang graphtech nut? Magkanu po pati? :roll:
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Sir r_chino18 san nyo po binili yang graphtech nut? Magkanu po pati? :roll:
i ordered it from sir chox (masterchoxter).. meron siya thread sa guitar accessoris classifieds.. PM him for quotations nalang bro.. :-)
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i ordered it from sir chox (masterchoxter).. meron siya thread sa guitar accessoris classifieds.. PM him for quotations nalang bro.. :-)
Thanks. :-)
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:lol:
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I've been using Graphtech nuts on my main guitar for about three years now. I underestimated how much it could change a guitar's sound. I didn't really pay attention back then, but when I tried going back to my guitar's original bone nut, I couldn't stand it. It worked really well, in my case -- both in sound and tuning stability.
Word of caution for heavy trem users: make sure you have at least one backup nut. These self-lubricating Graphtech nuts can wear out quickly. In my case, one year -- back when I was abusing my Wilkinson trem. But I haven't replaced it since I stopped using the trem regularly two years ago.
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I've been using Graphtech nuts on my main guitar for about three years now. I underestimated how much it could change a guitar's sound. I didn't really pay attention back then, but when I tried going back to my guitar's original bone nut, I couldn't stand it. It worked really well, in my case -- both in sound and tuning stability.
Word of caution for heavy trem users: make sure you have at least one backup nut. These self-lubricating Graphtech nuts can wear out quickly. In my case, one year -- back when I was abusing my Wilkinson trem. But I haven't replaced it since I stopped using the trem regularly two years ago.
Cool. I didn't know you used Graphtech too. by the way, i sent you a pm. :-)
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ano bang mas maganda graphtech o earvana?
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just got my graphtech order from chox last Saturday! tamang tama pupunta ako kay Elegee on Tuesday para sa initial set-up ng gitara ko. :-)
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ano bang mas maganda graphtech o earvana?
Apples and oranges. The Earvana is a compensated nut. If you want to compare it with something, that thing would be the Buzzy Feiten Tuning system since they both forward a solution to equal temperament instruments. Another would be fan-fretted necks. Yung Graphtech nut naman is nothing else but a nut made out of graphite or graphite impregnated materials. I have a 335-clone, the tone of which I found a bit not to my liking - matingkad masyado. Also there seemed to be some string binding at the nut and bridge so that sort of made intonating a bit of a problem. I had a tech replace the nut with a black graphtech nut and I replaced the Tune-O-Matic bridge with a Tonepros locking TOM bridge with Graphtech saddles. Been loving it ever since - even the tech likes the improvement in tone he had his Tokai les paul's nut and saddles replaced with Graphtech products. Ikaw lang ang makakasabi if Graphtech parts are for you or not. Some people I've spoken to said graphite took out a bit of what the original nut/saddles gave to the instrument's character. I dunno - maybe my clone didn't have character to begin with that there was nothing to take away or modify. Either way, i'm quite happy with what the Graphtechs did to the sound of my clone.
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Apples and oranges. The Earvana is a compensated nut. If you want to compare it with something, that thing would be the Buzzy Feiten Tuning system since they both forward a solution to equal temperament instruments. Another would be fan-fretted necks. Yung Graphtech nut naman is nothing else but a nut made out of graphite or graphite impregnated materials. I have a 335-clone, the tone of which I found a bit not to my liking - matingkad masyado. Also there seemed to be some string binding at the nut and bridge so that sort of made intonating a bit of a problem. I had a tech replace the nut with a black graphtech nut and I replaced the Tune-O-Matic bridge with a Tonepros locking TOM bridge with Graphtech saddles. Been loving it ever since - even the tech likes the improvement in tone he had his Tokai les paul's nut and saddles replaced with Graphtech products. Ikaw lang ang makakasabi if Graphtech parts are for you or not. Some people I've spoken to said graphite took out a bit of what the original nut/saddles gave to the instrument's character. I dunno - maybe my clone didn't have character to begin with that there was nothing to take away or modify. Either way, i'm quite happy with what the Graphtechs did to the sound of my clone.
Well said. and i'm glad your happy with your graphtech equipped guitar. Graphtech is supposed to improve tone and eliminate tuning issues with respect to the nut. Earvana compensates the tuning for each string. They have different purposes.
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mr R_CHINO,
my prs se's stock nut it exact fit, and as far as i remember mas mahaba ng konti ang graphtech ko, bat kaya ganun? diba dapat pare pareho?
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mr R_CHINO,
my prs se's stock nut it exact fit, and as far as i remember mas mahaba ng konti ang graphtech ko, bat kaya ganun? diba dapat pare pareho?
hey bro. exact fit yung stock nut mo sa nut slot, unlike yung stock nut ko? mas mataas talaga yung PT-6060 kesa sa stock nut, that's why it would require some sanding of the bottom part. fit kasi yung E-Espacing, at nut length nung PT-6060 for PRS SE guitars.
it's always safe na mas mataas siya para may allowance sa pag-adjust or pag sand.. if mas mahaba ng konti yung graphtech, you can just sand down the sides nung nut para magfit sa nut slot.. :wink:
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hey bro. exact fit yung stock nut mo sa nut slot, unlike yung stock nut ko? mas mataas talaga yung PT-6060 kesa sa stock nut, that's why it would require some sanding of the bottom part. fit kasi yung E-Espacing, at nut length nung PT-6060 for PRS SE guitars.
yes, diba yung sa iyo mas maikli ng kaunti? yung may EWW part ka sa 1st post mo? ehehe..
sakin exact naman, so when i fitted my graphtech parang mas mahaba ng kaunti.. yung height ok lang sa akin, no prob, i love "high" action.. :-D
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yes, diba yung sa iyo mas maikli ng kaunti? yung may EWW part ka sa 1st post mo? ehehe..
sakin exact naman, so when i fitted my graphtech parang mas mahaba ng kaunti.. yung height ok lang sa akin, no prob, i love "high" action.. :-D
i see.. so perhaps either the stock nut is inconsistent or the neck of our SEs are inconsistent.. either way, minor adjustment and sanding lang naman yan.. kayang-kayang gawin.. :-)
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will any sandpaper do the job well? im noob at modding stuff i just know how to setup my guitars, but im slowly learning..
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will any sandpaper do the job well? im noob at modding stuff i just know how to setup my guitars, but im slowly learning..
800-600 grit sandpaper would do. medyo matagal yung process of sanding. wag mo madaliin kasi baka mapasobra ka sa pag sand. :-)
pwede mo simulan magsand with a lower grit para madali maubos.. pero dahan dahan lang.. tapos pag malapit na dun sa desired sukat mo, use a finer grit para maging smooth yung nut..
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800-600 grit sandpaper would do. medyo matagal yung process of sanding. wag mo madaliin kasi baka mapasobra ka sa pag sand. :-)
pwede mo simulan magsand with a lower grit para madali maubos.. pero dahan dahan lang.. tapos pag malapit na dun sa desired sukat mo, use a finer grit para maging smooth yung nut..
noted! :-D
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noted! :-D
also, suggestion ko lang wag mo itapon yung residue nung material. as written on the graphtech site, pag napa sobra yung pag sand, pwede mo ihalo yung residue with cyano-acrilate (super glue) then ilagay mo sa base ng nut. just a correction, use 200-400 grit instead of 600-800. :-)
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i see.. so perhaps either the stock nut is inconsistent or the neck of our SEs are inconsistent.. either way, minor adjustment and sanding lang naman yan.. kayang-kayang gawin.. :-)
When I had the nut on the 335 clone replaced, the tech told me that he would be starting with a blank nut. Sabi ko bakit hindi nalang niya gamitin yung model xxx (can't remember the number) since the specs practically fit the specs of my clone's neck. Sabi niya in his experience with pre-fabbed nuts, more often than not hindi nagkakatugma yung sukat ng nut at nung gitara - even if the specs on the package/website say so. Besides he'd still have to file the groves on the nut to the string gauge to be used, so he said that he prefers to start with a blank nut and shape and cut the groves himself. Hope that helps.
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When I had the nut on the 335 clone replaced, the tech told me that he would be starting with a blank nut. Sabi ko bakit hindi nalang niya gamitin yung model xxx (can't remember the number) since the specs practically fit the specs of my clone's neck. Sabi niya in his experience with pre-fabbed nuts, more often than not hindi nagkakatugma yung sukat ng nut at nung gitara - even if the specs on the package/website say so. Besides he'd still have to file the groves on the nut to the string gauge to be used, so he said that he prefers to start with a blank nut and shape and cut the groves himself. Hope that helps.
aside from the Graphtech nut height, i had no problems with the string slots and nut length. actually, yung stock plastic nut ng PRS ko yung hindi sakto sa nut slot. bitin pa yung length. the Graphtech is a perfect fir it terms of string spacing and nut length. :-)
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nice thread :-D anyways may nabago din ba sa tone ng PRS mo? :-) sa Squier 51 modders kasi may great tone improvement pag pinalitan ng nut :-D
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When I had the nut on the 335 clone replaced, the tech told me that he would be starting with a blank nut. Sabi ko bakit hindi nalang niya gamitin yung model xxx (can't remember the number) since the specs practically fit the specs of my clone's neck. Sabi niya in his experience with pre-fabbed nuts, more often than not hindi nagkakatugma yung sukat ng nut at nung gitara - even if the specs on the package/website say so. Besides he'd still have to file the groves on the nut to the string gauge to be used, so he said that he prefers to start with a blank nut and shape and cut the groves himself. Hope that helps.
+1. when i replaced the corian nut with a graphtech nut on my ernie ball musicman electric I had to file the grooves down kasi malaki yung gap between the strings and fret sa lower frets. also you will need to file the sides of the nut para hindi sumabit sa kamay. had four graphtechs installed on my guitars. my EBMM had black tusq, the strat had earvana / tusq material. my washburn and tele had the white graphtech tusq. i still prefer the white tusq over the black graphtech. the white material seems sound better than the black material. i think it's the teflon on the black graphtech that dulls the sound a little bit.
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for those who want to file down the grooves, here's my howto. you'll need a small sharp thin bread knife and a feeler gauge
- tune your guitar
- take out the .005 inch on the feeler gauge
- starting with the high E, fret the third fret and hold (a capo would help but not necessary)
- slip the feeler gauge between the top of the first fret and the high E string
- if there's a gap between the fret, feeler gauge and string, detune and remove the string from the nut slot.
- run the bread knife over the slot/groove a few times (two or three times) and place the string.
- retune
- repeat steps 3 to 7 until the gap between the fret, feeler gauge and string disappears.
- repeat the steps for the other strings.
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@randy i lol'd at the bread knife thing..i hope you dont forget and dont get graphite in between your teeth,
i prefer using blanks too since its only $2..graphite nuts but not from graphtec..
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@randy i lol'd at the bread knife thing..i hope you dont forget and dont get graphite in between your teeth,
i prefer using blanks too since its only $2..graphite nuts but not from graphtec..
kaya pala sumasarap ang tinapay :lol: the bread knife always stays in my tool box. :lol:
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for those who want to file down the grooves, here's my howto. you'll need a small sharp thin bread knife and a feeler gauge
- tune your guitar
- take out the .005 inch on the feeler gauge
- starting with the high E, fret the third fret and hold (a capo would help but not necessary)
- slip the feeler gauge between the top of the first fret and the high E string
- if there's a gap between the fret, feeler gauge and string, detune and remove the string from the nut slot.
- run the bread knife over the slot/groove a few times (two or three times) and place the string.
- retune
- repeat steps 3 to 7 until the gap between the fret, feeler gauge and string disappears.
- repeat the steps for the other strings.
nice how-to randy!
here's the how-to from the graphtech website - http://www.graphtech.com/kbase.html?ArticleID=32
Installing a Black TUSQ XL nut:
To begin, you will need to remove your stock nut. In order to avoid any chipping or flaking of the neck, score around the edges of your existing nut with an exacto knife, carefully working your way through the grooves to allow for easy removal.
Take a flat head screw driver and lightly tap the side of the nut to remove it. You may notice that it won’t move, in that case take your screw driver and work it from the front of the saddle and tap towards the headstock of your guitar. This should loosen it enough for you to be able to slide it out.
If there are remnants of chipped plastic, Corian, bone, or whatever you had in there before, take 200 grit sandpaper and carefully work out any imperfections. Be gentle because you don’t want to change the dimensions of the slot.
If you attempt to install the nut and it doesn’t fit, don’t worry. All of our Black TUSQ XL nut’s come with extra height and length. Using 200 grit sandpaper to adjust the dimensions of the nut will assist you to make a perfect fit. In most cases you will only need to take off a mm or two, then use some 400 grit sand paper for fine adjustments.
To ensure the nut does not fall our or slide around, use some regular wood glue. Neatly dab some glue around the slot and nut and place the nut in the slot. Once you restring your guitar, the 200 pounds of pressure being applied to your nut from your strings will allow the nut to dry tightly against the wood.
here's how you should measure your guitar nut and compare it with the sizes (as much as possible use 'mm') from the graphtech website - http://www.graphtech.com/products.html?CategoryID=5
(http://www.graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/nut_jpg.jpg)
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here's a demo of the Graphtech Ghost System:
you'll find that you can use your guitar to play drums, piano (keyboard), bass, etc...
http://graphtech.com/news.html?ID=77
reaaaalllyyyyy gooooodddd!!!!
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Nice thread! A lot of information here.
I'm excited to install my supercharger kit!
Can't wait for Christmas break! :-D
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nice thread :-D anyways may nabago din ba sa tone ng PRS mo? :-) sa Squier 51 modders kasi may great tone improvement pag pinalitan ng nut :-D
ui, musta na bro? :-)
to begin with, i changed my nut 'coz the stock nut gave me constant tuning issues.. i like to do string bends most of the time kasi.. the change in tone was just some sort of bonus for me.. what i was really after with the graphtech nut was for the tuning stability..
after installing the nut, i wasn't surprised that the tuning issues were gone.. totally gone.. :-)
but i was surprised that it played a big factor sa sustain ng gitara and clarity of notes.. parang mas defined at pronounced sila compared sa stock nut..
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Sir chino, di ba masyado madikit yang wood glue. What if kung gusto mo palitan o i set up ulit yang nut, di ka ba mahihirapan tanggalin yan? :-)
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Sir chino, di ba masyado madikit yang wood glue. What if kung gusto mo palitan o i set up ulit yang nut, di ka ba mahihirapan tanggalin yan? :-)
konti lang inaaply ko na wood glue. thin layer lang actually. :-)
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konti lang inaaply ko na wood glue. thin layer lang actually. :-)
Ah ok :-)
THanks! :-)
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yebah!
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papagawa ko nalang nga key jon yung sakin, mas mahaba yung nut eh, unlike kay r_chino, exact..
baka magkamali pako, sayang naman hehe.. :-D :-D
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papagawa ko nalang nga key jon yung sakin, mas mahaba yung nut eh, unlike kay r_chino, exact..
baka magkamali pako, sayang naman hehe.. :-D :-D
nandun ngayon si maxi kina jon...
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nandun ngayon si maxi kina jon...
ohhh...sayang wala ako time ngayon..
wala kasi ako trust sa "pseudo-luthier" skills ko and it will end up mapapamahal lang ako pag i do somethig stupid hehehe..
:-D :-D
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nandun ngayon si maxi kina jon...
i'm back!!! all i can say is that Graphtech String Saver set brought my strat to life! i'll post a detailed review later or tomorrow with pics. kudos to Jon for doing a tremendous job with my strat. :-D
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i'm back!!! all i can say is that Graphtech String Saver set brought my strat to life! i'll post a detailed review later or tomorrow with pics. kudos to Jon for doing a tremendous job with my strat. :-D
inggit ako!!! :-D :-D :-D
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Parang kulang yata sa height yung nabiling kong Graphtech, ano ba material ang ok gawing shim? :-D
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Parang kulang yata sa height yung nabiling kong Graphtech, ano ba material ang ok gawing shim? :-D
sir bong, heto reply sa akin ng graphtech about this problem.
Cicayle,
Thanks for your email. One thing you can do is use a small piece of wooden veneer the same material as your neck or fretboard and glue it in the neck slot. That would raise the height of your slot making the nut taller. This would be relatively simple and inexpensive. Other than that I cannot think of another option other than purchasing a new nut.
If you have any other questions please contact me.
Best regards,
James Markus
Customer support.
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Parang kulang yata sa height yung nabiling kong Graphtech, ano ba material ang ok gawing shim? :-D
Nakow.. Sayang naman graphtech nut mo if mag-shim ka din. Kung ok lang naman sayo, pde mo try ung isang ply na manipis ng plywood. As long as happy ka sa tunog, at ndi mo iisipin na may shim sya later on, why not? :-D
@randymarsh
Bread knife?? Seriously??? Do you have six sizes of those in your toolbox? :lol: Pa-share naman ng technique. Hindi ba mahirap saktuhin yung slot width?
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sir bong, heto reply sa akin ng graphtech about this problem.
Cicayle,
Thanks for your email. One thing you can do is use a small piece of wooden veneer the same material as your neck or fretboard and glue it in the neck slot. That would raise the height of your slot making the nut taller. This would be relatively simple and inexpensive. Other than that I cannot think of another option other than purchasing a new nut.
If you have any other questions please contact me.
Best regards,
James Markus
Customer support.
Nice thanks! :-)
@ sir siore
sana hindi masyado maapektuhan ang tunog ng gitara ko, pag nilagyan ko ng shim yung nut. Kaya ko rin bumili ng graphtech, dahil maganda raw ito sa tuning stability ng guitar, second lang sa akin ang tone. :-)
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Nakow.. Sayang naman graphtech nut mo if mag-shim ka din. Kung ok lang naman sayo, pde mo try ung isang ply na manipis ng plywood. As long as happy ka sa tunog, at ndi mo iisipin na may shim sya later on, why not? :-D
tama.. malilimutan mo rin na may shim.. mapapansin mo nalang na hindi ka na nawawala sa tono.. :lol:
sir siore, have you already upgraded the nut of your Santana SE? :-)
@cayle
good job bro..
Nice thanks! :-)
@ sir siore
sana hindi masyado maapektuhan ang tunog ng gitara ko, pag nilagyan ko ng shim yung nut. Kaya ko rin bumili ng graphtech, dahil maganda raw ito sa tuning stability ng guitar, second lang sa akin ang tone. :-)
hehe.. may ipPM ako sayo sir bong.. hehe.. pero pareho tayo.. tuning stability rin ang habol ko. second lang ang tone..
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hehe.. may ipPM ako sayo sir bong.. secret lang.. hehe.. pero pareho tayo.. tuning stability rin ang habol ko. second lang ang tone..
uy.. ano yang secret na yan ha? :-D
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inggit ako!!! :-D :-D :-D
bro, every penny i spent was worth it. go for it! parang christmas gift mo na sa gitara mo yung upgrade. :-)
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bro, every penny i spent was worth it. go for it! parang christmas gift mo na sa gitara mo yung upgrade. :-)
picture picture! :lol:
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uy.. ano yang secret na yan ha? :-D
wahaha.. naquote agad.. minodify ko pa naman.. about yun sa pagshim.. lol.. :lol: :lol:
mga diskarte.. hehe..
bro, every penny i spent was worth it. go for it! parang christmas gift mo na sa gitara mo yung upgrade. :-)
picture picture! :lol:
+1
picture maxi.. :-)
pagawain mo si sir jon ng tutorial dito.. nyahaha..
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r_chino, still the same nut (didn't I PM you on the PRSForums about it too?) :-D Got a US PRS nut, but it's almost the same, self-lubricating material din. I almost wonder nga if graphtech would've been a better option for me back then, it certainly has a better price. :-) You guys take care in filing those slots. If in doubt take to a luthier. I messed up my stock Santana SE nut dati, and that's what prompted me to upgrade initially.
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will be posting news about graphtech and such from time to time in this thread...
Graphtech current events:
Recent news:
Liquid Metal Guitars will be using Graphtech Black TUSQ nuts on all of their guitars. Check them out!
(http://www.liquidmetalguitars.com/Assets/Images/200%20Sized/headstock200.jpg)
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Old news:
Ibanez using Graphtech Black TUSQ nuts on various basses and electric guitar models (only on the high-grade/end models).
Manufacturers who use Graphtech parts:
Tom Anderson Guitar Works
APS Custom Guitars
Avalon Guitars
Aria Guitars
B Band
Boucher Guitars
Buscarino Guitars
Brazen Guitars
Breedlove Guitars
iGuitar - Brian Moore Guitars
Carvin Guitars
Cole Clark Guitars
Cort Guitars
Dean Guitars
Ed Roman Guitars
Ernie Ball Guitars
Fernandes Guitars
Flaxwood Guitars
Furch Guitars
G & L Guitars
George Lowden Guitars
Gibson Guitars
Gilmour Guitars
Godin Guitars
Great American Sound
Guerilla Guitars
Gypsy Rose
Hagstrom Guitars
H.E. Design
Hohner Guitars
Ibanez Guitars
James Trussart
James Tyler Guitars
Jeff Babicz Guitars
Jay Turser
JJ Guitars
Kamaka Ukulele
kanilea Ukulele
L. Benito Guitars
Lag Guitars
Larrivee Guitars
Light Wave Systems
Maestro Guitars
Manne Guitars
Martin Guitars
Mayones Guitars & Bass
Michael Kelly Guitars
Moon Guitars
Morris Acoustic Guitars
Nick Huber Guitars
Ovation Guitars
Patrick Eggle Guitars
Peavey Guitars
Prestige Guitars
Radix Guitars
Raimundo Guitars
Rainsong Graphite Guitars
Reverend Guitars
Richard Guitares
Samick Guitars
Schecter Guitars
Simpson Guitars
Soller Guitars
Sparrow Guitars
Swing Guitars
Stephallen Guitars
Stetsbar
Stratage Guitars
Suhr Guitars
Tacoma Guitars
Taylor Guitars
Team International
Timberline Guitars
Tone Pros Sound Labs
Trem King
Warmouth Custom Guitar
Warr Guitars
Washburn Guitars
Wyn Guitars
XOX Audio Tools
Yamaha Custom Shop
Zion Guitars
Artists who use Graphtech:
# Andrew Midgley
# Avi Bortnick
# Brian Kriley
# Burr Johnson
# Chris Buono
# Daddo Oreskovich
# Dan Arnold - The Qemists
# Dan Kinzie
# Dan Lawson
# Dave Eichenberger
# Dean Cascione
# Derick Sebastian
# [sausage] Dale, the king of surf guitar
# Fredrick Wallin
# Gary Daniel Cook
# Guthrie Govan
# Harvey Valdes
# Joe Miller
# Johnathan Craven
# Ken Jacobsen
# Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Reprise recording artist
# Kevin Kane
# Lance Reegan-Diehl
# Liam Black - The Qemists
# Marcus Henderson
# Mark Turko
# Matt Butler
# McKenna Andrews
# Michael Vangerov
# Mike Kerr
# Mitch Malloy
# Nick Pinchbeck
# OMEB
# Paul Bielatowicz
# Randy Bachman, Bachman Turner Overdrive, The Guess Who
# Ravi
# Ronny North
# Ryan Peake
# Sam Roberts
# Scott Szeryk
# Sebastien Lefebvre
# Steve Booke
# Steve Oliver
# Sylvester Vogelenzang De Jong
# Tallan Latz
# Tommy Bolan
# Toshi Iseda
# Ty Fyhrie
# Vinny Valentino
# Xander Demos
# Zubin Thakkar
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comment about the Graphtech GHOST system from Guthrie Govan:
(http://www.graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/1332162729_m.jpg)
"I'm very intrigued by the MIDI potential...I never realized such accurate tracking was possible!"
(Guthrie Govan, Writer Guitar Techniques Magazine)
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r_chino, still the same nut (didn't I PM you on the PRSForums about it too?) :-D Got a US PRS nut, but it's almost the same, self-lubricating material din. I almost wonder nga if graphtech would've been a better option for me back then, it certainly has a better price. :-) You guys take care in filing those slots. If in doubt take to a luthier. I messed up my stock Santana SE nut dati, and that's what prompted me to upgrade initially.
oops.. sorry bro.. must have slipped my mind bout that.. invite sana kita na mag graphtech narin.. :lol: :lol:
before i went graphtech, i experimented if widening the slots on my stock nut would work.. so i widened them and for a while i thought it was ok and cured tuning issues.. but then, nung tumagal, hindi rin pala.. hehe..
thus i opted for graphtech.. :evil:
@masterchoxter
nice feeds.. :-)
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ui, musta na bro? :-)
to begin with, i changed my nut 'coz the stock nut gave me constant tuning issues.. i like to do string bends most of the time kasi.. the change in tone was just some sort of bonus for me.. what i was really after with the graphtech nut was for the tuning stability..
after installing the nut, i wasn't surprised that the tuning issues were gone.. totally gone.. :-)
but i was surprised that it played a big factor sa sustain ng gitara and clarity of notes.. parang mas defined at pronounced sila compared sa stock nut..
wow that's nice bro, i'm planning to buy a graptech nut pag may budget na to resolve the issue of my squier 51, kaya nag PM ako sayo dati kung anong brand yung nut na binenenta mo :D
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picture picture! :lol:
wahaha.. naquote agad.. minodify ko pa naman.. about yun sa pagshim.. lol.. :lol: :lol:
+1
picture maxi.. :-)
pagawain mo si sir jon ng tutorial dito.. nyahaha..
i already took the photos a few minutes ago. will upload them in photobucket tomorrow sa office kasi mas mabilis ang internet. :lol:
unfortunately, i was not there when Jon was installing the Graphtech saddles, nut and string tree. i left my new set of strings at home and went back to get them. pagbalik ko naka-install na lahat strings na lang hinihintay. we used the slotted nut but he still did some modifications to it. untouched yung unslotted nut.
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i already took the photos a few minutes ago. will upload them in photobucket tomorrow sa office kasi mas mabilis ang internet. :lol:
unfortunately, i was not there when Jon was installing the Graphtech saddles, nut and string tree. i left my new set of strings at home and went back to get them. pagbalik ko naka-install na lahat strings na lang hinihintay. we used the slotted nut but he still did some modifications to it. untouched yung unslotted nut.
still... you rock!
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wow that's nice bro, i'm planning to buy a graptech nut pag may budget na to resolve the issue of my squier 51, kaya nag PM ako sayo dati kung anong brand yung nut na binenenta mo :D
click on the sig and we're good to go! :wink:
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Parang kulang yata sa height yung nabiling kong Graphtech, ano ba material ang ok gawing shim? :-D
try your old credit card, atm card or yung tinatanggalan ng sim card
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P r o d u c t S p o t l i g h t - S t r i n g S a v e r S a d d l e s
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String Saver saddles are made with a unique combination of materials made to enhance tone and eliminate string breakage. A string resting on a metal saddle binds and locks the string in place. As the string vibrates, it stresses the string on a specific point producing metal fatigue and then string breakage. Each String Saver saddle is impregnated with Teflon, the slipperiest substance on earth. This eases the grip between the saddle and string, spreading the stress over a greater portion of the string just enough to drastically reduce string breakage. Teflon is 500% more slippery than graphite and is impregnated throughout so its lubricating properties will never wear out. Artists such as Kenny Wayne Shepherd and [sausage] Dale are proud endorsers of String Savers and Kenny has even included them on his signature model guitar.
There are two styles of String Savers available: Originals or Classics. String Saver Originals are made entirely of our String Saver material and will give you an even balanced tone. String Saver Classics are steel saddles embedded with a String Saver insert and are available in four finishes: Gold, Chrome, Black and brushed Stainless steel. Play with Confidence with String Saver saddles.
Click below to find out more about String Saver saddles.
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?GraphtechGuitarLabs/cb0a6dc637/39bdc6cdef/8a1d81d978/CategoryID=3 (http://cts.vresp.com/c/?GraphtechGuitarLabs/cb0a6dc637/39bdc6cdef/8a1d81d978/CategoryID=3)
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A r t i s t S p o t l i g h t - D a d d o O r e s k o v i c h
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At the young age of six Daddo Oreskovich began studying classical guitar and piano. Later, Daddo was encouraged by friends to apply to the Berklee College of Music and study the electric guitar. He graduated in 2004 with a degree in Guitar performance.
Daddo's formulates cohesive and expressive compositions, which ultimately represent his personality and background. He incorporates classical and traditional Eastern European music elements and instrumentation with modern progressive sonic expression. His debut alum "The Other Side" features amazing symphonic arrangements and vibrant melodic ideas.
"Graph Tech helped me improve my tone, intonation, sustain and my musical expression," says Daddo.
Daddo's most recent achievements include winning Premier Guitar Magazine's Premier Guitar Challenge. He was selected as the top electric player with his song "The Temple." In addition to this great honor he also won the "Guitarist of the Year" Los Angeles Music Award. Visit Daddo's website at: http://www.ddomusic.com (http://www.ddomusic.com)
Click here to read more on Daddo Oreskovich - http://cts.vresp.com/c/?GraphtechGuitarLabs/cb0a6dc637/39bdc6cdef/4e901a0789/ArtistID=13 (http://cts.vresp.com/c/?GraphtechGuitarLabs/cb0a6dc637/39bdc6cdef/4e901a0789/ArtistID=13)
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T e c h T i p - I n t o n a t i o n
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Setting a guitar's intonation compensates for the fact that you have to stretch the string a little towards the fingerboard to fret a note. Just like doing bends, this unavoidable stretch increases the pitch of each note slightly, and compensation is required to make the guitar play in tune all over the neck. Because of the guitar's action, as you play higher up the neck, the strings are higher off the fingerboard, so you have to stretch them more to fret the notes. Without compensation, the higher up the neck you play, the more the fretted notes sound sharp, and the more sour chords sound.
Compensation for this stretch is achieved by making each string slightly longer than its theoretical length, offsetting the increase in pitch caused by stretch with a decrease in pitch caused by greater length. Thicker strings produce more increase in pitch for the same amount of stretch, and so require more compensation than thinner strings. On electric guitars, three strings are wound and three are not, so this results in the familiar stair-step pattern you've seen on electrics. Acoustic string sets usually have four wound strings and two unwound, so acoustic compensation looks like Graph Tech's PQ-9280-C0 (http://cts.vresp.com/c/?GraphtechGuitarLabs/cb0a6dc637/39bdc6cdef/251d0ed394 (http://cts.vresp.com/c/?GraphtechGuitarLabs/cb0a6dc637/39bdc6cdef/251d0ed394)).
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try your old credit card, atm card or yung tinatanggalan ng sim card
Thanks sir. :-)
Meron na yung friend ko na ibibgay ng pang- shim, kahoy daw. Pero mukhang ok nga yang suggestion mo :-)
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Alright...so here's a short review of the Graphtech nut installed in my Ibanez RG321MH. If you notice masterchoxter's graphtech thread at the classifieds, there are two links to the Seymour Duncan User Group Forums. One of those threads was created by me, in order to make up my mind for the Graphtech stuff. I made it even before chox carried Graphtech. Guitar nuts are sometimes overlooked by players when they upgrade their guitars. A properly cut and set-up nut could cure most tuning issues...Graphtech did it for me...
First, teh tuning stability....
My RG already had Sperzel locking tuners, which i thought could cure the tuning issues. It did what it had to do, but there was still something that kept me out of tune. The strings were still binding at the nut. Everytime I tune the guitar, there's that "clicking" sound coming from the nut...so i decided to replace the nut back then... I opted for Graphtech nuts. After installing the nut, tuning stability went smooth. This time, I had no problems with the tuning stability of my guitar. I just pick it up, and i play.
Second, teh toanz....
I noticed that the fret buzzes were reduced. It could be due to the nut height. I had a rounder tone, even with my modded Satchurator which used to be a bit piercing. With the stock plastic nut, i remembered my sound to be a bit thin. After installing the black TUSQ nut, notes were clearer even under high gain. Sustain was also improved. I really noticed the improvement in sustain when i played it clean. Definitely made my Ibanez sound better.
So what more can i say? Get yer Graphtech nuts now! :-)
(http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo144/cayle_6/DSC01971.jpg)
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i purchased the Supercharger kit from masterchoxter during the first batch of Graphtech orders. i had it installed by Jon of Elegee two days ago along with the general set-up (action, intonation, pup height, etc.) of my strat.
FINDINGS:
- the clean tone sounded a whole lot better - chox termed it "more glassy" but i would term it "acoustic-y". every note can be heard clearly when i fingerpick and the clarity is retained when strumming.
- the dirty tone became fatter and had more body - the change in nut and saddle material definitely brought out the real strat tone in my guitar. what's surprising is that the SC tone sounded more round than before.
- the guitar keeps it's tuning well - included in the set-up is a new set of hybrid gauge strings. considering that the strings still need adjusting, i was surprised that it remained in tune even after Jon did those awesome bends and licks when he tested it.
- sweet sustain - it was like playing through a sustainer pedal, when in fact i just had an OD when i played through it. the note rings and the vibration is still felt in the guitar body.
PHOTOS:
String Saver Saddles
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07661.jpg)
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07663.jpg)
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07665.jpg)
Black TUSQ XL Slotted Nut
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07666.jpg)
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07667.jpg)
Black TUSQ XL String Tree
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07668.jpg)
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07669.jpg)
Other Photos - with matching black pick. :lol:
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07670.jpg)
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07671.jpg)
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congrats maxi :lol:
astig!!!! target ko na rin magpaganyan hehe :-D
pagnagkaroon na ng budget haha
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congrats maxi :lol:
astig!!!! target ko na rin magpaganyan hehe :-D
pagnagkaroon na ng budget haha
Go arkee! Graphtech nut na rin. :-D
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Go arkee! Graphtech nut na rin. :-D
haha saka na, kaw muna hehe wala pa kasing budget haha :lol:
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i purchased the Supercharger kit from masterchoxter during the first batch of Graphtech orders. i had it installed by Jon of Elegee two days ago along with the general set-up (action, intonation, pup height, etc.) of my strat.
FINDINGS:
- the clean tone sounded a whole lot better - chox termed it "more glassy" but i would term it "acoustic-y". every note can be heard clearly when i fingerpick and the clarity is retained when strumming.
- the dirty tone became fatter and had more body - the change in nut and saddle material definitely brought out the real strat tone in my guitar. what's surprising is that the SC tone sounded more round than before.
- the guitar keeps it's tuning well - included in the set-up is a new set of hybrid gauge strings. considering that the strings still need adjusting, i was surprised that it remained in tune even after Jon did those awesome bends and licks when he tested it.
- sweet sustain - it was like playing through a sustainer pedal, when in fact i just had an OD when i played through it. the note rings and the vibration is still felt in the guitar body.
PHOTOS:
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07671.jpg)
Bigla ko tuloy na miss yung Graphtech saddles ko :lol:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v474/brown_man/Washburn%20N1/100_0120.jpg)
BTW, Nice guitar, sir Maxi :-)
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Hello Guys!
I got a Graphtech Supercharger Kit from Masterchoxter from the first batch of orders.
I'm very lazy when it comes to upgrades and often just rely to the stock parts.
As a result, none of my guitars had experienced any upgrades except for the usual refret and string changing.
So what made me decide to get Graphtech products?
The answer: I wanted more sustain.
Did I get it? YES!
The sustain of my guitar has increased and the strings felt more alive.
I didn't expect any change in tone and I'm happy that it now has a little "glassy" character.
I've changed strings so many times and I really think that the new strings has little or nothing to do with the increase of sustain due to the String Saver Saddles.
And right now I was not able to install the nut yet!
I had to re-use my old nut because of some miscalculated measurements.
I was more focused on the E-to-e measurement and I got it right.
The problem was in the height & width. I'll just bring it to the luthier have it installed.
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Supercharger Kit packaging
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Supercharger Kit inside
(http://img709.imageshack.us/img709/9128/dsc03821i.jpg)
Black TUSQ XL precision slotted nut comparison
(http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/4095/dsc03823.jpg)
Black TUSQ XL nut blank comparison
(http://img109.imageshack.us/img109/9968/dsc03830le.jpg)
Obvious difference in height & width between the nuts
(http://img696.imageshack.us/img696/2233/dsc03829m.jpg)
Another view of the nuts
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String Saver Saddles installed!
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@khelbanzon - welcome to the graphtech family! :-)
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@khelbanzon - welcome to the graphtech family! :-)
Thanks Sir!
It's a very sulit upgrade! :-D
Happy holidays to all of you.
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Great thread, bro! Daming info. :-)
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Great thread, bro! Daming info. :-)
yeah bro! let's jam at your place again soon... i'll bring my guitar (graphtech equipped) and lava cables...
A Merry Graphtech Christmas to everyone!
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habang nagtatagal at bawat post ng pics n'yo with graphtech lalong nandidilim paningin ko haha :evil:
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habang nagtatagal at bawat post ng pics n'yo with graphtech lalong nandidilim paningin ko haha :evil:
bili na kasi... :lol: :lol: :lol:
i'll be posting a new upgrade on my guitar soon... :-o :-o :-o
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bili na kasi... :lol: :lol: :lol:
i'll be posting a new upgrade on my guitar soon... :-o :-o :-o
pics pa hehe natutuwa ko, kasi takot akong mamali ng bili, pero kay maxi at chino swak na rin sa guitars ko yun hehe :lol:
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i purchased the Supercharger kit from masterchoxter during the first batch of Graphtech orders. i had it installed by Jon of Elegee two days ago along with the general set-up (action, intonation, pup height, etc.) of my strat.
FINDINGS:
- the clean tone sounded a whole lot better - chox termed it "more glassy" but i would term it "acoustic-y". every note can be heard clearly when i fingerpick and the clarity is retained when strumming.
- the dirty tone became fatter and had more body - the change in nut and saddle material definitely brought out the real strat tone in my guitar. what's surprising is that the SC tone sounded more round than before.
- the guitar keeps it's tuning well - included in the set-up is a new set of hybrid gauge strings. considering that the strings still need adjusting, i was surprised that it remained in tune even after Jon did those awesome bends and licks when he tested it.
- sweet sustain - it was like playing through a sustainer pedal, when in fact i just had an OD when i played through it. the note rings and the vibration is still felt in the guitar body.
PHOTOS:
String Saver Saddles
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07661.jpg)
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07663.jpg)
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07665.jpg)
Black TUSQ XL Slotted Nut
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07666.jpg)
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07667.jpg)
Black TUSQ XL String Tree
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07668.jpg)
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07669.jpg)
Other Photos - with matching black pick. :lol:
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07670.jpg)
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Th sound would seem a little "rounder" because the saddles take
off some of the highs. IMHO that's what i experienced after installing stringsavers on my guitar. :)
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That's my observation, as well. It works wonders for an overly bright-sounding guitar, or if you're not a fan of twangy sounds. Graphtech nuts and saddles can really mellow your sound.
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yeah bro! let's jam at your place again soon... i'll bring my guitar (graphtech equipped) and lava cables...
A Merry Graphtech Christmas to everyone!
Merry Christmas, Chox! Sige. Set natin so I can test 'em Graphtech thingies of yours. :-D
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Merry Christmas Graphtech users. :-)
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satisfied user of graptech saddles and string guide for more than a year on elegee custom tele
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satisfied user of graptech saddles and string guide for more than a year on elegee custom tele
that's good to hear sir jimny.. :-)
picture picture.. :-)
Merry Christmas sating lahat.. more Graphtech users to come sa 2010.. :lol:
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Installed my Graptech nut yesterday (Christmas day) :-)
Medyo sobra and width ng Graphtech nut na nakuha ko kaya kailangan i- sand ng konti para magkasya sa slot. Yung height nya gaya ng nasabi ko sa earlier post ko medyo kulang, nilagyan ko na lang ng shim (aluminum foil :-D).
And, muntik ko malimutan, WALA akong nilagay na GLUE kasi sakto na yung width nya sa nut slot after sanding, kaya in case na gusto ko syang ayusin o palitan hindi na ako mahihirapan sa pagtanggal.
Ngayon observe ko pa ng konti if succesful ang paggawa ko :-D
EDIT:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v474/brown_man/craftsman/100_0998.jpg)
Dito sa pic kita pa yung shim na makapal :-D Pero wala naman problema :-)
Tuning? is more stable after installing the nut. :mrgreen:
Tone? Wala ako masyado naririnig na pagkakaiba or baka mahina lang ang tenga ko sa ganyan at hindi ko marinig ang subtle na pagkakaiba ng tunog :-D
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congrats maxi :lol:
astig!!!! target ko na rin magpaganyan hehe :-D
pagnagkaroon na ng budget haha
wag nang target lang ng target pare....tira na! :lol:
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BTW, Nice guitar, sir Maxi :-)
thanks sir! mas pinaganda pa dahil sa Graphtech. :-D
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Th sound would seem a little "rounder" because the saddles take
off some of the highs. IMHO that's what i experienced after installing stringsavers on my guitar. :)
yup you're correct...i think this is mainly due to the change in material of the saddles. hindi na "tunog lata". :-)
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wag nang target lang ng target pare....tira na! :lol:
haha pambihira :lol:
next year :lol:
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haha pambihira :lol:
next year :lol:
tataas na ang price niyan next year pare. :-D
seriously, this is the most affordable upgrade na pwede mo mabigay sa gitara mo. hindi na nga ako magpapalit ng pups dahil dito eh. :-)
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tataas na ang price niyan next year pare. :-D
seriously, this is the most affordable upgrade na pwede mo mabigay sa gitara mo. hindi na nga ako magpapalit ng pups dahil dito eh. :-)
haha grrrr tipid mode ako ngayon, wag kang ganyan... :lol:
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haha grrrr tipid mode ako ngayon, wag kang ganyan... :lol:
hmm... :lol: :lol:
wag na pigilan.. tama si maxi.. :-)
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Yeah, the most affordable upgrade to your guitar. Unlock your guitar's potential! :-D
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hmm... :lol: :lol:
wag na pigilan.. tama si maxi.. :-)
haha :-P may hangover pa ko, wag n'yo guluhin buhay ko haha pero yung upgrades n'yo parehas ni maxi safe na para sa 2 gitara ko :lol:
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haha :-P may hangover pa ko, wag n'yo guluhin buhay ko haha pero yung upgrades n'yo parehas ni maxi safe na para sa 2 gitara ko :lol:
haha.. onga.. may reference ka na para sa strat at PRS mo.. cool.. aabangan namin yan.. BE ONE OF US.. RAARR.. (parang zombie lang na hinahabol ka.. :lol:)
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haha :-P may hangover pa ko, wag n'yo guluhin buhay ko haha pero yung upgrades n'yo parehas ni maxi safe na para sa 2 gitara ko :lol:
wala pa si inducer chox dito ng lagay na 'to. :lol:
ganito gawin mo tol:
1. purchase Graphtech Supercharger Kit
2. purchase a new set of strings
3. bring your guitar to a master luthier (i.e., Elegee) para sa installation and set-up
4. tapos i-partner mo pa yang upgrade na yan sa bago mong malufet na pups
result - TONE HEAVEN. :-D
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pinepressure niyo masyado si arkeetar. :evil:
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pinepressure niyo masyado si arkeetar. :evil:
hindi naman...gusto lang i-share ang Graphtech experience. :lol:
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haha mahaba pa bakasyon :lol:
kaya mahal ko kayo eh, BROMANCE nyahahahahahaha!!! (http://smileyicons.net/s/576.gif)
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hindi naman...gusto lang i-share ang Graphtech experience. :lol:
haha mahaba pa bakasyon :lol:
kaya mahal ko kayo eh, BROMANCE nyahahahahahaha!!! (http://smileyicons.net/s/576.gif)
Graphtech.. where wild things are.. bromance.. (http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f351/charonn0/Picture64.gif)
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mga sir, noob question. plan ko po kasi umorder ng supercharger kit para sa strat ko, kaso tatlo ung supercharger kit for strat na binebenta ni sir masterchoxter. paano ko po malaman kung alin po dun ung tamang bilhin. salamat sa makatulong :-D
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mga sir, noob question. plan ko po kasi umorder ng supercharger kit para sa strat ko, kaso tatlo ung supercharger kit for strat na binebenta ni sir masterchoxter. paano ko po malaman kung alin po dun ung tamang bilhin. salamat sa makatulong :-D
hey bro. naka indicate naman dun kung anung model ng nut, saddle at string tree yung kasama sa kit. So icheck mo nalang yung measurements nung nut na yun at icompare mo sa measurements nung stock nut ng strat mo. Then yung E-E spacing ng saddles mo. :-)
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hey bro. naka indicate naman dun kung anung model ng nut, saddle at string tree yung kasama sa kit. So icheck mo nalang yung measurements nung nut na yun at icompare mo sa measurements nung stock nut ng strat mo. Then yung E-E spacing ng saddles mo. :-)
thank you for the info! :-D
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thank you for the info! :-D
Sure, no prob.
Be one of us....nyahahaha. :evil:
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r_chino, sinukat ko ulet kanina ang graphtech nut ko, saktong sakto pala ang length.. kasing haba ng stock nut.. so ang inconsistent ay yung nut, kasi sakto yung stock ko, yung iyo diba medyo kulang? anyway yung height nga, masyado mataas.. kelangan pa isand.. ü
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supercharger kit is the shiznit! :-D
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I have a set of Ferraglide saddles and a tusQ nut on my strat, ako na lang nagkabit, slotted na kasi yung nut haha, yung saddles no-brainer naman magpalit. :lol:
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I have a set of Ferraglide saddles and a tusQ nut on my strat, ako na lang nagkabit, slotted na kasi yung nut haha, yung saddles no-brainer naman magpalit. :lol:
great tet!
how do you find the nuts and saddles?
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supercharger kit is the shiznit! :-D
it is, ain't it?!
just some tips on how to choose the right nut and saddles for your guitar when you are faced with the difficult decision of which product to get from the website:
1. identify the type of guitar you have - the most common types of guitars that graphtech caters to are the strats, teles, and les pauls... if your guitar is not one of these, you can go straight to number 2... if your guitar is one of the types in the list, identify if they are made in the U.S. or if they are made in another country... graphtech has specific nuts and saddles for U.S. made strats, teles, LPS as well as for import (non-US: china, indonesia, japan, korea, etc) strats, teles, LPS...
2. measure the height, width, length, and E-to-E spacing of the nut... measure the spacing of the saddles as well... this will give you an approximate measurement for you to compare with the parts in the website...
3. if you're using a PRS guitar, graphtech has specific products for that as well... but again, measure the nuts and/or saddles...
4. when comparing the measurements you got from your guitar with the measurements from the nut at the website, choose the nut that has some more length, width, height (only if you can't find a perfect fit)... this will let you adjust the nut accordingly when attaching it to your guitar...
5. if you still can't find the right part for you, send graphtech an e-mail... or you can go to my place with your guitar and i can measure it for you and compare it with the parts from the website or my catalog...
cheers!
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r_chino, sinukat ko ulet kanina ang graphtech nut ko, saktong sakto pala ang length.. kasing haba ng stock nut.. so ang inconsistent ay yung nut, kasi sakto yung stock ko, yung iyo diba medyo kulang? anyway yung height nga, masyado mataas.. kelangan pa isand.. ü
cool.. sabi sayo inconsistent yung stock nut eh.. haha.. balitaan mo kami when it's done.. post ka rin ng pics.. 8-)
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great tet!
how do you find the nuts and saddles?
well for the saddles, I haven't had string breaks since I installed them (which is more than three years ago) :lol:
as for the nut, I didn't notice much change with tone or sustain, I'm not sure why but it's probably because I'm using active pickups with active EQ's.
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well for the saddles, I haven't had string breaks since I installed them (which is more than three years ago) :lol:
as for the nut, I didn't notice much change with tone or sustain, I'm not sure why but it's probably because I'm using active pickups with active EQ's.
thanks for the info, tet... most of the people i've talked to also mentioned that it really helped reduce string breakage... some of them also said that it greatly improved tuning stability...
and yes, most probably you're using active pups and eq so you weren't able to notice the change in tone and sustain...
the guitar i'm currently using was fitted with a black TUSQ nut and string trees... i recently fitted it with black string saver wilkinson saddles... overall, it really gave me the tone that i want... there was some change in tone... the guitar really sounded different in a good way when i change pickup positions... sustain was also improved a bit... though, i still need to break the saddles in before i say something about tuning stability and intonation...
cheers!
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will be posting news about graphtech and such from time to time in this thread...
Graphtech current events:
Recent news:
Liquid Metal Guitars will be using Graphtech Black TUSQ nuts on all of their guitars. Check them out!
(http://www.liquidmetalguitars.com/Assets/Images/200%20Sized/headstock200.jpg)
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Old news:
Ibanez using Graphtech Black TUSQ nuts on various basses and electric guitar models (only on the high-grade/end models).
Manufacturers who use Graphtech parts:
Tom Anderson Guitar Works
APS Custom Guitars
Avalon Guitars
Aria Guitars
B Band
Boucher Guitars
Buscarino Guitars
Brazen Guitars
Breedlove Guitars
iGuitar - Brian Moore Guitars
Carvin Guitars
Cole Clark Guitars
Cort Guitars
Dean Guitars
Ed Roman Guitars
Ernie Ball Guitars
Fernandes Guitars
Flaxwood Guitars
Furch Guitars
G & L Guitars
George Lowden Guitars
Gibson Guitars
Gilmour Guitars
Godin Guitars
Great American Sound
Guerilla Guitars
Gypsy Rose
Hagstrom Guitars
H.E. Design
Hohner Guitars
Ibanez Guitars
James Trussart
James Tyler Guitars
Jeff Babicz Guitars
Jay Turser
JJ Guitars
Kamaka Ukulele
kanilea Ukulele
L. Benito Guitars
Lag Guitars
Larrivee Guitars
Light Wave Systems
Maestro Guitars
Manne Guitars
Martin Guitars
Mayones Guitars & Bass
Michael Kelly Guitars
Moon Guitars
Morris Acoustic Guitars
Nick Huber Guitars
Ovation Guitars
Patrick Eggle Guitars
Peavey Guitars
Prestige Guitars
Radix Guitars
Raimundo Guitars
Rainsong Graphite Guitars
Reverend Guitars
Richard Guitares
Samick Guitars
Schecter Guitars
Simpson Guitars
Soller Guitars
Sparrow Guitars
Swing Guitars
Stephallen Guitars
Stetsbar
Stratage Guitars
Suhr Guitars
Tacoma Guitars
Taylor Guitars
Team International
Timberline Guitars
Tone Pros Sound Labs
Trem King
Warmouth Custom Guitar
Warr Guitars
Washburn Guitars
Wyn Guitars
XOX Audio Tools
Yamaha Custom Shop
Zion Guitars
Artists who use Graphtech:
# Andrew Midgley
# Avi Bortnick
# Brian Kriley
# Burr Johnson
# Chris Buono
# Daddo Oreskovich
# Dan Arnold - The Qemists
# Dan Kinzie
# Dan Lawson
# Dave Eichenberger
# Dean Cascione
# Derick Sebastian
# [sausage] Dale, the king of surf guitar
# Fredrick Wallin
# Gary Daniel Cook
# Guthrie Govan
# Harvey Valdes
# Joe Miller
# Johnathan Craven
# Ken Jacobsen
# Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Reprise recording artist
# Kevin Kane
# Lance Reegan-Diehl
# Liam Black - The Qemists
# Marcus Henderson
# Mark Turko
# Matt Butler
# McKenna Andrews
# Michael Vangerov
# Mike Kerr
# Mitch Malloy
# Nick Pinchbeck
# OMEB
# Paul Bielatowicz
# Randy Bachman, Bachman Turner Overdrive, The Guess Who
# Ravi
# Ronny North
# Ryan Peake
# Sam Roberts
# Scott Szeryk
# Sebastien Lefebvre
# Steve Booke
# Steve Oliver
# Sylvester Vogelenzang De Jong
# Tallan Latz
# Tommy Bolan
# Toshi Iseda
# Ty Fyhrie
# Vinny Valentino
# Xander Demos
# Zubin Thakkar
# Pitong Jerome
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lol.. nice one jerome.. :-)
@ sir chox.. dapat meron din list ng mga philmusic graphtech owners dito.. haha.. :evil:
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lol.. nice one jerome.. :-)
@ sir chox.. dapat meron din list ng mga philmusic graphtech owners dito.. haha.. :evil:
honga ano... teka... hanapin ko list ko...
anyway, here's a graphtech equipped guitar... from the strings trees, nut, to the saddles... ghost pickup system na lang kulang..
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/shredmanila%20axemas/IMG_0423.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/shredmanila%20axemas/IMG_0424.jpg)
what it sounds like... - http://www.soundclick.com/bands/page_songInfo.cfm?bandID=811068&songID=8619985
pardon the playing... i'm not as good as everyone here... :-P
cheers!
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mr chino pano mo nasiguradong flat at hindi tabingi yung nut nung sinand mo? natatakot ako kasi baka baliko ang maging mangyare hehehe..
and pwede kaya higher grade ang liha para mas mabilis masand and then pag malapit na sa desired height ganitin ko na ang finer sandpaper?
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mr chino pano mo nasiguradong flat at hindi tabingi yung nut nung sinand mo? natatakot ako kasi baka baliko ang maging mangyare hehehe..
and pwede kaya higher grade ang liha para mas mabilis masand and then pag malapit na sa desired height ganitin ko na ang finer sandpaper?
hmm.. magsand ka sa straight or flat na surface.. and hold it tight and flat.. ayun.. wag ka magmadali sa pagsand.. from time to time, check mo kung naka-align pa.. get a ruler/straight edge din to check.. :-)
make sure that you're applying equal pressure sa buong nut para pag nagsand ka, hindi mangyayari na may part na mas ubos kaysa sa ibang part kahit sa flat surface ka naman nagsand..
yes, pwedeng higher grade muna then lower grade to smoothen it up.. ingat lang, baka mawili ng pag sand sa higher grade.. :-)
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hmm.. magsand ka sa straight or flat na surface.. and hold it tight and flat.. ayun.. wag ka magmadali sa pagsand.. from time to time, check mo kung naka-align pa.. get a ruler/straight edge din to check.. :-)
make sure that you're applying equal pressure sa buong nut para pag nagsand ka, hindi mangyayari na may part na mas ubos kaysa sa ibang part kahit sa flat surface ka naman nagsand..
yes, pwedeng higher grade muna then lower grade to smoothen it up.. ingat lang, baka mawili ng pag sand sa higher grade.. :-)
ah, so what ill do is ilagay ko sa lapag/flat surface ang sandpaper tapos yung nut ang ikikiskis ko ?
thanks!
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ah, so what ill do is ilagay ko sa lapag/flat surface ang sandpaper tapos yung nut ang ikikiskis ko ?
thanks!
mismo. :-)
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mismo. :-)
thanks!!
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8-)
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wala na ba dadagdag sa graphtech family? :-D
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meron bro... in feb... there will be new converts... :mrgreen:
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(http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/7603/img0902i.jpg)
newly installed nut and strings.
too bad sa AP MOA walang 10s or 11s na boomers (sucks)
so i got a 10s na ghs progressives (wala din 11s sucks)
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newly installed nut and strings.
too bad sa AP MOA walang 10s or 11s na boomers (sucks)
so i got a 10s na ghs progressives (wala din 11s sucks)
ikaw lang bro nagkabit ng nut?
I like GHS Progressives. :-D
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ikaw lang bro nagkabit ng nut?
I like GHS Progressives. :-D
i like rin, mas trip ko lang ang boomers, pero pag strings, basta ghs ako hehe.. mas brighter lang ata ang progressives. pero after playing kanina yung guitar ko with new strings and nut, parang trip ko muna ang progressives ngayon.
ewan ko ha, parang ang solid ng tunog kagabi ng guitar ko, its maybe the new strings, maybe the new nut, or a combination of both..
and yes, i installed it myself, binasa ko yung sa kuya mo at ngtanong tanong ako,
i was able to save 500 pesos from luthiers and bought a 14.50 sandpaper lang, and with the use of elmers glue, ayan na siya. its not as pulido like sa mga luthiers, but i got the job done :-D :-D :-D
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@ pitongjerome
welcome to the family.. X O X O X O :lol:
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it's probably both the nut and strings. maganda yung low strings ng progresives. very snappy and clear.
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@ pitongjerome
welcome to the family.. X O X O X O :lol:
i shoulda been with the fam last year pa, kaso sayang ang strings hehehe
it's probably both the nut and strings. maganda yung low strings ng progresives. very snappy and clear.
yeah, and theyre new pa haha! i love my new tone right now
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i shoulda been with the fam last year pa, kaso sayang ang strings hehehe
yeah, and theyre new pa haha! i love my new tone right now
experience ko with progressives, kahit dead na yung high strings, parang bago pa rin yung low strings. :-D
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experience ko with progressives, kahit dead na yung high strings, parang bago pa rin yung low strings. :-D
yeah, thats true, pati boomers din..weill imo lang naman :-D
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more graphtech users coming soon... :evil:
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ahm sir chino anu ba pinagkaiba ng nagagawa ng graptech nut kesa dun sa natural na nut na nakakabit?
how does it works?
ehehe oorder nako kasi kay sir chox wala akong pambili ng locking tuner eh ehehe
btw
belated happy birthday sir
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ahm sir chino anu ba pinagkaiba ng nagagawa ng graptech nut kesa dun sa natural na nut na nakakabit?
how does it work?
bro.. read the whole thread.. dami comments at testimonials ng graphtech users both here sa philmusic pati sa iba pang foreign forums..
first and foremost, tuning stability.. may something kasi sa composition nung nut na self lubricating kaya hindi sumasabit yung strings sa nut slots.. it might seem like a little deal, pero in reality, it's a big deal.. :-)
next is the tone.. since sa nut directly nakasuspend yung strings, it has an effect sa pagvivibrate and all.. just a couple of words to describe it, CLEARER TONES.
ehehe oorder nako kasi kay sir chox wala akong pambili ng locking tuner eh ehehe
btw
belated happy birthday sir
order na.. :-) sana umabot pa sa feb shipment kung sakali kaya wag na magdalawang-isip.. be one of us..
thanks bro.. sa greeting. :-)
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:-D
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be one of us..
this. and it doesn't even take a whole lot. :-)
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saan po ba nakakabili nyan?
meron din po ba nyan for bass?
nasira kasi ung nuts ng precision bass ko eh..
paki PM naman po saka kung mag kano
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pwede din po ba yang nuts na yan para sa bass?
saan po ba nakakabili nyan?
check my sig...
we have nuts for bass guitars... (no pun intended)
here they are... just make sure you measure the nut on your bass properly before choosing...
http://graphtech.com/products.html?SubCategoryID=58
then pm me... thanks! :-D
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bridge pins! :-D
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bridge pins! :-D
:lol:
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COMING SOON!!!
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New from Graph Tech Guitar Labs is our extended line of ResoMax bridges. Designed to maximize harmonic content and richness in every note and make restringing a breeze! All of our ResoMax bridges are made from a proprierary, lightweight alloy that will leave each note dripping in tone and harmonics. Exclusive to all ResoMax bridges, the AutoLock locking feature magnetically secures your bridge and tailpiece at all times without tools to use or lose, making restring simple and quick.
The ResoMax NVS comes loaded with our U.L.F. (Ultra Low Friction) saddles, constructed of the same harmonically rich ResoMax alloy, bonded with an ultra low friction formula to dramatically reduce string breakage, improve tuning stability and retain the 2KHz bite of a metal saddle. Complete with our AutoLock locking feature magnetically secures your bridge at all times without tools to use or lose, making restrings simple and quick - http://graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/File/NVS.pdf (http://graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/File/NVS.pdf)
The ResoMax NV1 is equipped with super hard ResoMax saddles constructed of the same harmonically rich ResoMax alloy to retain the 2KHZ bite of metal saddles and keep the classic look of you guitars original bridge. Complete with our AutoLock locking feature magnetically secures your bridge at all times without tools to use or lose, making restrings simple and quick - http://graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/File/NV1.pdf (http://graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/File/NV1.pdf)
The ResoMax NV2 is loaded with our String Saver saddles. String Saver saddles are impregnated with Teflon and will virtually eliminate string breakage and improve tuning stability. Complete with our AutoLock locking feature magnetically secures your bridge at all times without tools to use or lose, making restrings simple and quick.
The ResoMax NVt tailpiece is the finishing touch to our ResoMax Harmonic Bridge System. It is made from the same lightweight ResoMax alloy that will leave each note dripping in tone and harmonics. Complete with our AutoLock locking feature magnetically secures your bridge at all times without tools to use or lose, making restrings simple and quick. - http://graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/File/NVS.pdf (http://graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/File/NVS.pdf)
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NOW AVAILABLE!!!
Looking for a white TUSQ XL? It's now available!
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"We are exclusively using TUSQ XL on all of our 2010 models in an effort to bring our clients the ultimate in custom guitars. We feel that TUSQ XL nuts definitely improve sustain and string longevity" - Mike Kurkdijan - President of Prestige Guitars
Finally, the breakthrough you've been waiting for. Now you can have it all - the great tone of TUSQ, classic good looks AND permanent lubrication. If you love the look of a vintage white nut, but you keep going out of tune when you bend strings or use your tremolo, then TUSQ XL is just what you need.
TUSQ XL is designed to boost guitar tone and performance. This precision engineered nut is made with a specially formulated material which couples the strings' vibrations to the neck and brings out the hidden harmonics and richness in every note. It is based on the highly resonant TUSQ man made ivory, but is impregnated with Teflon to improve the tuning performance of the guitar.
How does it work?
Other nut materials have a tendency to bind the strings in their slots. When you are tuning your guitar you might hear the tell tale "ping" of the strings releasing under tension or have difficulty keeping your guitar in tune when using a tremolo or doing string bends. There are many temporary solutions to this problem, but wouldn't you rather a permanent one? TUSQ XL has Teflon lubrication impregnated all the way through the material (Teflon is the slipperiest substance on earth...500 times more slippery than graphite.), so you never have to worry about string binding at the nut again. Since the Teflon is impregnated right through the material, it doesn't matter if you sand or file to a different shape, it will keep on working. So go ahead and use that tremolo or do massive string bends with the confidence that you will stay in tune.
How does it sound?
TUSQ XL will bring out hidden harmonics in your guitar. The highly resonant material couples your strings' vibration to the neck better than anything else. You will hear more richness from every note, especially on open strings.
How do I fit my guitar?
Take some measurements according to the diagram below and match them up to the measurements listed under the part description. Don't be concerned about a little extra length or height as this is easily sanded with fine sandpaper to adjust for a perfect fit. Just be sure that you have enough length and height. The most important measurement for slotted nuts is the E to E spacing followed by the width (or thickness).
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Check out - Graphtechs for electric and acoustic guitars- http://talk.philmusic.com/board/index.php/topic,152867.175.html
also Check out - Graphtechs for bass - http://talk.philmusic.com/board/index.php/topic,174155.new.html#new
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next month graphtech user na din ako... :-D
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next month graphtech user na din ako... :-D
yeah! rock on dude!
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if you order now and your purchase is at least 3k, then you get a free original graphtech shirt from me... :-o :-o :lol: :lol:
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here's my guitar... fully equipped with Graphtech saddles, string trees, and a nut...
equipped with the following parts:
nut - http://graphtech.com/product-302-2/
string trees - http://graphtech.com/product-324-2/
saddles - http://graphtech.com/product-234-2/
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/shredmanila%20axemas/IMG_0423.jpg)
post your Graphtech-equipped guitars now! :-D
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I like. I'ts very Vigierish. :-D
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I like. I'ts very Vigierish. :-D
thanks! originally came from mico... i modified it a bit...
still saving up for a complete Ghost pickup system... that'll complete the guitar... or probably just an acoustiphonic preamp system...
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here's my guitar... fully equipped with Graphtech saddles, string trees, and a nut...
equipped with the following parts:
nut - http://graphtech.com/product-302-2/
string trees - http://graphtech.com/product-324-2/
saddles - http://graphtech.com/product-234-2/
post your Graphtech-equipped guitars now! :-D
at dahil muling sinimulan ni sir chox ang pagpopost ng pics..
i shallz post again soon..
i thought graphtech improves tuning stability? why are you tuning your guitar?! :-P
joke lang chox.. :lol:
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at dahil muling sinimulan ni sir chox ang pagpopost ng pics..
i shallz post again soon..
i thought graphtech improves tuning stability? why are you tuning your guitar?! :-P
joke lang chox.. :lol:
lolz... we just arrived at that place sa boundary ng laguna at muntinlupa... and di pa nabe-break-in yung saddles kasi kakalagay ko lang nung gabi bago ng araw na yan... bagong palit din ang strings... pero after that day, uber break-in na ang saddles... we started playing around 2-3pm and ended everything at around 9 ata...
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lolz... we just arrived at that place sa boundary ng laguna at muntinlupa... and di pa nabe-break-in yung saddles kasi kakalagay ko lang nung gabi bago ng araw na yan... bagong palit din ang strings... pero after that day, uber break-in na ang saddles... we started playing around 2-3pm and ended everything at around 9 ata...
:lol: :lol:
sige na nga.. you have a point.. sisihin nalang natin yung nagpicture.. :lol:
sige.. sasali nalang din ako.. some old pics.. :lol:
save yourself the cost of replacing machine heads with locking ones when the solution is in this little nut all along.. you just won't realize the tuning stability in your guitar unless you have one.. i don't have a pitchblack yet pero everyday i use this guitar, i just pick it up and plug it in and i'm good.. i'm glad we've met.. i'm glad I've graphtech'd.. :-)
here's the graphtech upgrade..
Graphtech nut: PT-6060-00
(http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q170/reichinopua/2006%20PRS%20SE%20Standard/RCCP671.jpg)
(http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q170/reichinopua/2006%20PRS%20SE%20Standard/RCCP670.jpg)
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:lol: :lol:
sige na nga.. you have a point.. sisihin nalang natin yung nagpicture.. :lol:
sige.. sasali nalang din ako.. some old pics.. :lol:
save yourself the cost of replacing machine heads with locking ones when the solution is in this little nut all along.. you just won't realize the tuning stability in your guitar unless you have one.. i don't have a pitchblack yet pero everyday i use this guitar, i just pick it up and plug it in and i'm good.. i'm glad we've met.. i'm glad I've graphtech'd.. :-)
here's the graphtech upgrade..
Graphtech nut: PT-6060-00
lol... when changing saddles, you really have to break the new one in first after setting them up on your guitar...
nice guitar... and cool upgrade... can't wait to see the other peeps Graphtech upgrades...
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please post if you have received graphtech parts from me... i'm creating a list of philmusicians who have been Graphtech'd!
thanks!
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please post if you have received graphtech parts from me... i'm creating a list of philmusicians who have been Graphtech'd!
thanks!
count me in man! :-D
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count me in man! :-D
will be expecting your graphtech'd guitars posted here soon.. lol...
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Inquiry lang po. This may sound silly but I was just wondering if this "STRING SAVER ORIGINALS FOR WILKINSON VS-100" is compatible with a wilkinson vs50 model?
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Inquiry lang po. This may sound silly but I was just wondering if this "STRING SAVER ORIGINALS FOR WILKINSON VS-100" is compatible with a wilkinson vs50 model?
there is a very slight difference... notice the diagrams below...
Wilkinson VS50
(http://www.mightymite.com/bridges/floating/mm1171-ac.jpg)
Wilkinson VS100
(http://www.mightymite.com/bridges/floating/mm1128-ac.jpg)
my guitar uses a Wilkinson VS50 and I installed Graphtech String Saver VS100 Saddles and it's working fine for me... refer to the photo i posted. (please back read)... works well for me...
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chox, i'll post the photos of my graphtech-equipped guitars on Monday. i'll take the photos on the weekend. :-D
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chox, i'll post the photos of my graphtech-equipped guitars on Monday. i'll take the photos on the weekend. :-D
yebah!
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buhayin!!
(http://img704.imageshack.us/img704/155/photo033d.jpg)
with graphtech string trees! :-D
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cool.. :wink:
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Just saw this thread now, THANKS A LOT R CHINO FOR THIS! :-D
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Just saw this thread now, THANKS A LOT R CHINO FOR THIS! :-D
sure thing.. you're welcome.. :-)
i'll try a different graphtech soon.. trip trip lang.. lol. :lol:
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pwede ba ito sa peavey generation exp?
replace ko yung nut. para maging warm naman yung tunog ko. super brightish na.
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pwede ba ito sa peavey generation exp?
replace ko yung nut. para maging warm naman yung tunog ko. super brightish na.
yes. just measure yung mga sides sa current nut mo na kailangan sukatin.. then compare/chosse which nut would have the closest dimensions sa nut mo.. it's that simple.. punta ka lang sa graphtech website para pumili at magcompare.. :-)
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rock on chino!
Graphtech nuts are totally awesome. Your guitar stays in tune no matter how hard you play. Tone is warm which balances nicely with a bright guitar.
My guitar my Cappy delinger 7 uses a graphtech nut. Pure awesomeness and yummyness. :-D
definitely agree with this... i used my graphtech equipped guitar last sat and the tone was awesome... tuning is definitely not an issue...
kitakits fafs!
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yes. just measure yung mga sides sa current nut mo na kailangan sukatin.. then compare/chosse which nut would have the closest dimensions sa nut mo.. it's that simple.. punta ka lang sa graphtech website para pumili at magcompare.. :-)
kanino bibili? or my ka-transact na dito sa PM?
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kanino bibili? or my ka-transact na dito sa PM?
PM sent.. :wink:
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Kailan kaya magkakaroon ng Resomax Nv2? Hehe! I've been itching on having one.
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Kailan kaya magkakaroon ng Resomax Nv2? Hehe! I've been itching on having one.
it's available... send me a pm...
(http://graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/Resomax%20Big_596x207.jpg)
(http://graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/ResoMax%20Main%20Picuture.jpg)
The new ResoMax Harmonic Bridge System is designed to mazimize harmonic content and richness in every note. All of our bridges and tailpieces are made from harmonically rich ResoMax alloy which allow the natureal sound of your guitar to shine through. Exclusive to the ResoMax system, the AutoLock locking feature magnetically secures your bridge and tailpiece at all times without tools to use or lose, making restringing simple and quick.
(http://www.graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/NVSLogo(1).jpg)
(http://www.graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/nvsmainpic.jpg)
The ResoMax NVS Harmonic Bridge System.
Designed to maximize harmonic content and richness in every note, retail the bite of a metal saddle, dramatically reduce string breakage and make restringing a breeze!
The ResoMax NVS is made from a proprietary, lightweight ResoMax alloy that will leave each note dripping in tone and harmonics. It comes fully equipped with special U.L.F. (Ultra Low Friction) saddles, constructed of the same harmonically rich ResoMax
AutoLock.
Exclusive to the ResoMax System, the AutoLock locking feature magnetically secures your bridge at all times without tools to use or lose, making restringing simple and quick.
U.L.F (Ultra Low Friction Saddles).
The ResoMax NVS comes equipped with U.L.F. saddles U.L.F. saddles are made from the same harmonically rich alloy as our bridges and is bonded with an ultra hard low friction formula designed to drastically reduce string breakage, improve tuning and retail the 2KHz bite of metal saddles.
Increased Harmonic Content.
With the combination of our lightweight ResoMax alloy bridge and saddles, you will hear each note dripping in tone and harmonics. The lighter weight bridge and saddles will allow the natural sound of the guitar to shine through.
Light Weight Bridge and Saddles.
Our ResoMax NVS bridge and saddles are both made from our light weight ResoMax alloy which boosts harmonic content. The lighter weight material lets the natural sound of the guitar to shine through.
Triple plated finish.
Triple plated Chrome, Gold, Nickel and Black Nickel finishes for years of durability and good looks. Now your guitar will play its best look it best.
(http://www.graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/NV1logo(1).jpg)
(http://www.graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/NV1(2).jpg)
The ResoMax NV1 Harmonic Bridge System.
Designed to maximize harmonic content and richness in every note, retain the bite of a metal saddle, and make restringing a breeze!
The ResoMax NV1 is made from a proprietary, lightweight ResoMax alloy that will leave each note dripping in tone and harmonics. The bridge is equipped with super hard ResoMax saddles constructed of the same harmonically rich ResoMax alloy to retain the 2KHz bite of metal saddles. Triple plated finish for durability and good looks.
AutoLock.
Exclusive to the ResoMax System, the AutoLock locking feature magnetically secures your bridge at all times without tools to use or lose, making restringing simple and quick.
ResoMax Harmonically Rich Saddles.
The saddles loaded into our NV1 bridge are made from the same harmonically rich ResoMax alloy. This will keep the 2KHz bite of a metal saddle that you have come to know and love. Triple plated for good looks and durability your guitar will sound, play and look it's best.
Increased Harmonic Content.
With the combination of our lightweight ResoMax alloy bridge and saddles, you will hear each note dripping in tone and harmonics. The lighter weight bridge and saddles will allow the natural sound of the guitar to shine through.
Light weight alloy bridge.
All of our ResoMax bridges are made from a lightweight, proprietary alloy which boosts harmonic content. Simply put, a lighter weight bridge allows the natural sound of the guitar to shine through.
Triple Plated Finish.
Triple plated Chrome, Gold, Nickel and Black Nickel finishes for years of durability and good looks. Now your guitar will play its best look it best.
(http://www.graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/NV2logo(1).jpg)
(http://www.graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/NV2(2).jpg)
The ResoMax NV2 Harmonic Bridge System.
Designed to maximize harmonic content and richness in every note, virtually eliminate string breakage and improve tuning stability, and make restringing a breeze!
The ResoMax NV2 is made from a proprietary, lightweight ResoMax alloy that will leave each note dripping in tone and harmonics. The bridge is equipped with String Saver saddles. Our String Saver saddles are a man made material impregnated with Teflon which is 500% more slippery than Graphite and results in improved tuning stability and reduces string breakage. Triple plated finish for durability and good looks.
AutoLock.
Exclusive to the ResoMax System, the AutoLock locking feature magnetically secures your bridge at all times without tools to use or lose, making restringing simple and quick.
String Saver saddles.
The ResoMax NV2 comes loaded with String Saver saddles. String Saver saddles are made with a unique combination of materials made to enhance tone, virtually eliminate string breakage and improve tuning stability. They have a more balanced sound with sizzling highs, full mids and big open lows.
Increased harmonic content.
With the combination of our lightweight ResoMax alloy bridge and saddles, you will hear each note dripping in tone and harmonics. The lighter weight bridge and saddles will allow the natural sound of the guitar to shine through.
Light weight bridge.
All of our ResoMax bridges are made from a lightweight, proprietary alloy which boosts harmonic content. Simply put, a lighter weight bridge allows the natural sound of the guitar to shine through.
Triple plated finish.
Triple plated Chrome, Gold, Nickel and Black Nickel finishes for years of durability and good looks. Now your guitar will play its best look it best.
(http://www.graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/ResoMax_NVt_logo_web(1).jpg)
(http://www.graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/NVT(4).jpg)
The ResoMax Harmonic Bridge System.
Designed to maximize harmonic content, richness in each note and make restringing a breeze! The ResoMax NVt Tailpiece is the finishing touch to our ResoMax Harmonic Bridge System. Complete with AutoLock locking feature which magnetically secures the tailpiece at all times without a tools to use to lose. Triple plated finishes for years of durability and good looks. Finally your guitar will sound, perform and look its best.
AutoLock.
Exclusive to the ResoMax System, the AutoLock locking feature magnetically secures your bridge at all times without tools to use or lose, making restringing simple and quick.
Increased harmonic content.
The ResoMax NVt Tailpieces are made from the same harmonically rich alloy as our ResoMax bridges. You will hear more richness and tone in every note played.
Light weight alloy tailpieces.
All of our ResoMax Tailpieces are made from a light weight, proprietary alloy which boosts harmonic content. Simply put, a lightweight tailpiece allows the natural sound of the guitar to shine through.
Triple plated finish.
Triple plated Chrome, Gold, Nickel and Black Nickel finishes for years of durability and good looks. Now your guitar will play its best look it best.
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Ibanez Includes Black TUSQ XL on Prestige Line of Guitars and Basses (April 8, 2010)
(http://graphtech.com/i.php?f=/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/Ibanez%20SV5470FDSB.jpg&d=Prestige)
Ibanez Includes Black TUSQ XL for Prestige Line of Guitars
DELTA, B.C., April 8, 2010 – Graph Tech Guitar Labs, the world’s largest guitar nut and saddle manufacturer is excited to announce that Ibanez’s line of Prestige guitars and basses feature Graph Tech’s Black TUSQ XL nuts.
There are three principles behind the Ibanez Prestige line, precision, performance and playability. Combining high tech manufacturing techniques with old world craftsmanship, true innovation in design and construction and the incorporation of ideas and suggestions from musicians from around the world are cornerstones of the Prestige production process.
“Quality is extremely important to Ibanez and we recognize that the nut is one of the important points for the overall tone of the instrument. Black TUSQ XL is made of an especially highly resonant material, adding a finishing touch to a guitar that is everything you’ve ever dreamed of in a guitar or bass,” says Ozzy Ozawa, Ibanez.
Black TUSQ XL is designed to boost guitar tone and performance, eradicate string binding and improve tuning stability. Precision engineered and constructed of a specially formulated material to bring out the hidden harmonics and richness in every note, Black TUSQ XL nuts are permanently lubricated with Teflon®, which is 500 times more slippery than graphite.
“Ibanez is well known in the industry for constructing quality instruments with original advancements in design. Being synonymous with innovation is something Graph Tech also strives for so we are especially proud that Ibanez values the superior tone and quality of our Black TUSQ nuts on their high end guitars and basses,” says Dave Dunwoodie, President, Graph Tech.
Black TUSQ XL nuts can be found on the following Ibanez Prestige line of guitars and basses:
Guitars - FR Prestige, SV Prestige and RG Prestige
Basses - SR Prestige
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Stratagé Guitars Enhances Guitar Models (April 1, 2010)
Stratagé Guitars Enhances Guitar Models with Range of Graph Tech Products
DELTA, B.C., April 1, 2010 – Graph Tech Guitar Labs, the world’s largest guitar nut and saddle manufacturer is pleased to announce that Stratagé Guitars has added TUSQ, String Saver and the ghost System to their electric and bass guitars.
“After evaluating all the viable alternatives to meet our design criteria, Graph Tech products far out performed them all both mechanically and electronically,” says Frank Aurigemma, Technical Team Leader, Stratagé Guitars.
All Stratagé MIDI ready instruments are equipped with the Graph Tech ghost System, including electronics and piezo pickups embedded in String Saver saddles. Also, all Stratagé electric and bass guitars employ a custom made bridge which uses the ghost System’s piezo-embedded String Saver saddles that integrate perfectly with the Great American Sounds Co. Active Pickup System (GASCAPS) which is standard equipment on all Stratagé guitars and basses.
The ghost saddle pickups let you get acoustic tone from your electric guitar or bass when installed with the Acousti-Phonic, or use your favorite electric guitar or bass as a MIDI controller when installed with the Hexpander MIDI Interface. As well, the encapsulating String Saver composite material dramatically reduces string breakage.
All Stratagé electric guitar and bass guitar models are made with TUSQ nuts and String Saver string retainers. Traditional bone and ivory have hard and soft spots (grain) throughout each piece, hampering consistent transfer of vibrations to the guitar top, but TUSQ nuts and saddles have rich tone and sustain, without the inconsistency found in ivory, bone and other natural materials. String Saver saddles and string trees help keep strings in tune and dramatically reduce string breakage.
“Graph Tech’s consistent quality products most positively contributed to our design team meeting and exceeding the mandated design goals. Graph Tech is instrumental in providing enabling technologies that make Stratagé Guitars the best sonically performing instruments on the planet,” says Aurigemma.
“Stratagé Guitars is passionate about creating unique products with fine craftsmanship to maximize performance. The opportunity to work together to create better instruments has been enriching and insightful for two companies that rely heavily on innovation to enhance player performance,” says Dave Dunwoodie, President, Graph Tech.
About Stratagé Guitars
Inspired by well-recognized, traditional manufacturers like Gibson* and Fender* as well as the relative new comers Ibanez*, PRS (Paul Reed Smith)*, ESP*, and Dean*, Stratagé Guitars blends the traditional discipline of electric guitar making with emerging technologies to ultimately provide the planet’s best-in-class electric guitars. It is to this end we strive.
http://www.stratageguitars.com (http://www.stratageguitars.com)
(http://stores.stratageguitars.com/catalog/0910046A%20TINIAN%20HG%20BLACK.JPG)
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Innovative New ResoMax NVS Bridge System increases Harmonics (January 14, 2010)
Innovative New ResoMax NVS Bridge System increases Harmonics, Saves Strings while Simplifying Restringing
DELTA, B.C.; January 14, 2010 – Graph Tech Guitar Labs, the world’s largest manufacturer of guitar nuts and saddles is very excited to announce the release of the new ResoMax NVS Harmonic Bridge System.
The ResoMax NVS Harmonic Bridge System is made of a proprietary, high strength, lightweight ResoMax alloy designed to maximize harmonic content and richness in every note played. Equipped with U.L.F (Ultra Low Friction) saddles and an AutoLock™ locking feature, it is the biggest improvement in tone and performance for the tune-o-matic bridge and tailpiece since its inception in the 1950’s.
Exclusive to the ResoMax NVS System, AutoLock™ (International patents pending) magnetically secures the bridge and tailpiece at all times making restring the guitar simple and quick, without any tools to use or lose and no threads to strip. When the strings are in place and tuned, there is over 200lbs of downward pressure to ensure a rock solid connection of the bridge to the guitar body.
U.L.F saddles are pre-loaded in the ResoMax NVS bridge and engineered with the same harmonically rich ResoMax alloy. Bonded with an ultra low friction, extremely hard String Saver™ formula, the saddles dramatically reduces string breakage while retaining the 2 KHz bite of metal.
“We are committed to and pride ourselves on always having a finger on the pulse of consumers, with the ability to change quickly in response. By offering an innovative bridge system, in a number of different options, we are making it incredibly easy for anyone to significantly improve and enhance their guitar’s performance,” says Dave Dunwoodie, President of Graph Tech Guitar Labs.
As an alternative, Graph Tech is also introducing the ResoMax NV1 and ResoMax NV2 system which is made of the same harmonically rich alloy material. ResoMax NV1 is equipped with ResoMax saddles and ResoMax NV2 is equipped with world renowned String Saver saddles. The ResoMax NVt tailpiece is available in coordinating finishes and completes the beautiful esthetics and harmonic enriching qualities of the ResoMax NV system.
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ghost saddles + Acousti-Phonic Kit
panalong setup to,
dagdagan pa ng hexpander,
kakagas badtrip T_T
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i can't access the link on masterchoxsters sig, anyway, i have an aria pro 2 inazuma and i don't like its bridge and i think i'll buy a replacement and was looking to low profile trems. But then i saw this thread and i tried to look for the graphtec site, i found the LB63 Bridge with String Saver Classic Saddles, i was wondering if it is with the same measurements with my current bridge. Since i can't find any diagrams on the act3 bridges measurement, i'm lost. could someone point me to a right direction. and oh, how much is it? thanks in advance
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i can't access the link on masterchoxsters sig, anyway, i have an aria pro 2 inazuma and i don't like its bridge and i think i'll buy a replacement and was looking to low profile trems. But then i saw this thread and i tried to look for the graphtec site, i found the LB63 Bridge with String Saver Classic Saddles, i was wondering if it is with the same measurements with my current bridge. Since i can't find any diagrams on the act3 bridges measurement, i'm lost. could someone point me to a right direction. and oh, how much is it? thanks in advance
measure mo manually yung dimesions ng bridge mo bro.. then note it down.. you can compare it dun sa LB63.. or if you want, email mo ngayon yung graphtech customer service tapos send mo sa kanila dimensions ng bridge mo.. sa kanila mo nalang itanong kung alin mas ok..
for sure, mamayang gabi, may reply na sila sa inquiry mo.. :-)
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My Pitchblack doesn't get much love nowadays... :wink:
(http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo144/cayle_6/DSC03873-1.jpg)
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My Pitchblack doesn't get much love nowadays... :wink:
(http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo144/cayle_6/DSC03873-1.jpg)
same as mine... lol... :-D
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same as mine... lol... :-D
so i see.. :lol:
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so i see.. :lol:
ooowwww yesssss.... :-D
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How to Measure your Guitar Nut
1. Measure the overall length of your existing nut. Be as accurate as you can by using a ruler, calipers or a tape measure. Record this dimension.
(http://graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/Length.jpg)
2. Measure the overall width of your existing nut. Be as accurate as you can by using a ruler, calipers or a tape measure. Record this dimension.
(http://graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/WIdth.jpg)
3. Measure the E to E spacing of your existing nut, from the center of the low E slot to the center of the high E slot. Be as accurate as you can by using a ruler, calipers or a tape measure. Record this dimension.
(http://graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/E%20to%20E%20spacing.jpg)
4. Measure the overall height of your existing nut from the bottom to the highest point. Be as accurate as you can by using a ruler, calipers or a tape measure. Record this dimension.
(http://graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/Height.jpg)
5. Use the dimensions for your E to E spacing to find the closest match to a Graph Tech nut. You want the E to E spacing to be as close to your without going over (slightly smaller will work). All other dimensions can be slightly oversized as you can sand down the overall length, width and height with some fine grit sandpaper
Keep on Rockin'!
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that was most helpful chox. :-)
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that was most helpful chox. :-)
glad it did! hopefully this will make it easier for everyone to measure their guitar nut... :-D
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After seeing the Graphtech product line, one specific item immediately got my attention; the Supercharger Acoustic Kit for acoustic guitar. Upon reading the product description from the Graphtech website, I know I have to get one for my acoustic guitar.
(http://www.acousticguitar.com/Media_Files/Products/GraohTechSuperchargerKit-450-0609.jpg)
The kit contains 6 lightweight bridge pins, 1 pre-measured acoustic saddle, 1 Graphtech pick, 2 sanding papers (rough & fine) and a printed installation guide. Upon inspection of the saddle and my guitar's saddle slot (my guitar is a SX dreadnought with a stock bone saddle), the saddle needs an adjustment/reduction on the saddle's length and a little lessening on the height and width. Since the installation guide was simple and comprehensive, I did the adjustment myself using the sanding papers, always checking from time to time if I have the desired dimension of the saddle. Installing was quite easy since acoustic guitar saddle can be removed by a long nose and the bridge pins fits perfectly.
Using the same strings, which is quite a few months old on my guitar, i played before and after installation to make a more accurate description on the differences the Graphtech kit makes.
And as expected, It deliver results.
- Enhanced Harmonics. Upon making a chord, you will definitely hear a more harmonic feel, the strings sounds more alive if stroke together for a chord
- Sustain. Not only does it increases the sustain, but how the sustain sounds. A livelier unsuppressed string vibration since the strings can move more freely because of the lightweight bridge pins and a better saddle
- Increase high and low frequencies . The bass strings has more low end mojo and the treble strings has more shiny highs. You just have to get it and hear it to believe it.
- Since the saddle's height can be adjusted, I was able to lower the profile of my strings and make my guitar more playable. In addition that better tone really contributes to improved playing. :wink:
I own this guitar for 5 years and after the installing the supercharger kit, I think this guitar can deliver tone and acoustic response comparable to other guitars even those in the higher brand range.
Overall, Graphtech Supercharger Acoustic Kit is definitely the upgrade if you are looking to enhance the sound/tone of your acoustic guitar and release its hidden potential. 8-) 8-) 8-)
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great review jamming papu! :-o 8-)
photos of the installed graphtech parts please! :-D
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question sir,
may acousti-phonic board po ba na pang 7 strings?
or kaylangan talaga dalawa yung acousti-phonic board para magamit din yung pang 7th string
sa acoustic sound?
thanks
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question sir,
may acousti-phonic board po ba na pang 7 strings?
or kaylangan talaga dalawa yung acousti-phonic board para magamit din yung pang 7th string
sa acoustic sound?
thanks
hi haxo55...
you just need the ff for either 6 or 7-string guitars to be able to use the ghost system:
Ghost saddle pickups - one set
Acousti-phonic for guitar - one kit
Since you need it for a 7-string guitar, here are my recommended items:
7-string Ghost loaded saddles:
http://graphtech.com/product-42-2/ <--- assuming this saddle is the size you need
Acousti-phonic for guitar:
http://www.graphtech.com/product-8-2/
and your done!
but this is if you want your acoustic sound to come from within your guitar...
you can also do it this way...
7-string Ghost loaded saddles:
http://graphtech.com/product-42-2/ <--- assuming this saddle is the size you need
Passive volume kit:
http://www.graphtech.com/product-10-2/
this is cheaper but the signal will be a bit harsh... so you'll need further processing externally... but the kit includes components which can prevent the loss of high frequencies... so it still works...
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Stratagé Guitars Enhances Guitar Models
Stratagé Guitars Enhances Guitar Models with Range of Graph Tech Products
DELTA, B.C., April 1, 2010 – Graph Tech Guitar Labs, the world’s largest guitar nut and saddle manufacturer is pleased to announce that Stratagé Guitars has added TUSQ, String Saver and the ghost System to their electric and bass guitars.
“After evaluating all the viable alternatives to meet our design criteria, Graph Tech products far out performed them all both mechanically and electronically,” says Frank Aurigemma, Technical Team Leader, Stratagé Guitars.
All Stratagé MIDI ready instruments are equipped with the Graph Tech ghost System, including electronics and piezo pickups embedded in String Saver saddles. Also, all Stratagé electric and bass guitars employ a custom made bridge which uses the ghost System’s piezo-embedded String Saver saddles that integrate perfectly with the Great American Sounds Co. Active Pickup System (GASCAPS) which is standard equipment on all Stratagé guitars and basses.
The ghost saddle pickups let you get acoustic tone from your electric guitar or bass when installed with the Acousti-Phonic, or use your favorite electric guitar or bass as a MIDI controller when installed with the Hexpander MIDI Interface. As well, the encapsulating String Saver composite material dramatically reduces string breakage.
All Stratagé electric guitar and bass guitar models are made with TUSQ nuts and String Saver string retainers. Traditional bone and ivory have hard and soft spots (grain) throughout each piece, hampering consistent transfer of vibrations to the guitar top, but TUSQ nuts and saddles have rich tone and sustain, without the inconsistency found in ivory, bone and other natural materials. String Saver saddles and string trees help keep strings in tune and dramatically reduce string breakage.
“Graph Tech’s consistent quality products most positively contributed to our design team meeting and exceeding the mandated design goals. Graph Tech is instrumental in providing enabling technologies that make Stratagé Guitars the best sonically performing instruments on the planet,” says Aurigemma.
“Stratagé Guitars is passionate about creating unique products with fine craftsmanship to maximize performance. The opportunity to work together to create better instruments has been enriching and insightful for two companies that rely heavily on innovation to enhance player performance,” says Dave Dunwoodie, President, Graph Tech.
About Stratagé Guitars
Inspired by well-recognized, traditional manufacturers like Gibson* and Fender* as well as the relative new comers Ibanez*, PRS (Paul Reed Smith)*, ESP*, and Dean*, Stratagé Guitars blends the traditional discipline of electric guitar making with emerging technologies to ultimately provide the planet’s best-in-class electric guitars. It is to this end we strive. www.stratageguitars.com
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TUSQ XL Nuts On Nashguitar
TUSQ XL Nuts On All New Nashguitar Guitars and Basses
DELTA, B.C., April 15, 2010 – Graph Tech Guitar Labs, the world’s largest guitar nut and saddle manufacturer is thrilled to announce that Nash Guitars has equipped all of their new guitar and bass models with our new TUSQ XL nuts.
Nashguitars does not make new looking guitars. Their standard levels of aging include light, medium, heavy and extra heavy. As the largest independent maker of aged guitars in the industry, they are successful because of their intimate knowledge of guitars and guitar making. All employees are guitar players and it is their mandate not to ship a guitar or bass that they would not want to own or play.
“We have installed Graph Tech nuts on thousands of guitars and basses as they are easy to install, easy to adjust, sound great and fight "Slack Storage" and "String Binding," the two biggest causes of tuning issues. When we were told about the new TUSQ XL nut it was a no-brainer as the better lubrication is a huge plus. Hard to imagine someone improving a perfect product, but Graph Tech did,” says Bill Nash, President, Nashguitars.
TUSQ XL is designed to boost guitar tone and performance. This precision engineered nut is made with a specially formulated material which couples the strings' vibrations to the neck and brings out the hidden harmonics and richness in every note. It is based on the highly resonant TUSQ man made ivory, but is impregnated with Teflon to improve the tuning performance of the guitar.
“Working with Graph Tech has been a breeze, especially since I have yet to get shipped a defective nut. It is one of the few components I do not have to ever worry about,” says Bill.
“Specialized guitar makers have a profound understanding of tone and pay particular attention to the small details like tuning issues, that affect guitar players because they are guitar players. TUSQ XL was created at the demand of companies like Nashguitars who build guitars for enhanced performance, playability and a specific vintage style,” says Dave Dunwoodie, President, Graph Tech.
About Nashguitars
Nashguitars was started in 2001. Bill Nash, the one most to blame was raised in Los Angeles in and around the music industry. Played in bands, used to make his own guitars, customize things, ruin things and did much of what you would imagine goes on it the formative years of a someday guitar builder, blah, blah, boring. At the writing of this text, the company has grown to include two facilities, 8 or 9 employees and is truly a team effort. www.nashguitars.com
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ResoMax NV1 Bridges Featured on Swing
ResoMax NV1 Bridges Featured on Swing Classic Series Guitars
DELTA, B.C., May 14, 2010 – Graph Tech Guitar Labs, the world’s largest guitar nut and saddle manufacturer is pleased to announce that Swing Guitars has added ResoMax NV1 bridges to their best selling Classic Series guitars.
Swing is about quality without compromise. As the number one selling electric guitar Company in Korea, Swing is all about choosing the right wood and components. It is with this exacting attention set firmly on the smallest of details that Swing chose Graph Tech’s ResoMax NV1 bridge for their most popular Classic Series guitars.
“Educated and skilled players can hear the distinction between a guitar that’s been built with quality and craftsmanship, and one that has been made with short cuts,” says Jin Park, International Business Manager, Swing. “At Swing we believe there is no alternative to the best. We already equip our guitars with Graph Tech’s tone enhancing nuts, and after testing the harmonic content of the cool ResoMax NV1 bridges, we decided to add them to our high-end Les Paul style guitars.”
The ResoMax NV1 bridge and tailpiece system is designed to maximize harmonic content and richness in every note, retain the bite of a metal saddle, and make restringing a breeze. Made from a proprietary, lightweight ResoMax alloy that will leave each note dripping in tone and harmonics, the bridge is equipped with matching saddles constructed of the same harmonically rich ResoMax alloy to retain the 2KHz bite of metal. Also, the system includes the AutoLock locking feature that magnetically secures your bridge at all times without tools to use or lose, making restringing simple and quick.
“Swing sets a high standard on value and innovation for their guitars.,” says Dave Dunwoodie, President, Graph Tech. “Their decision to equipped their guitars with the ResoMax NV1 tune-o-matic bridge is a true testament to their commitment to those high standards.”
About Swing
Swing might be a new name in guitars but one with an established history and quality heritage. Despite its short history, Swing has already established a fine reputation amongst players the world over. As a result, we have gained many endorsees in the music field, and the list is growing rapidly. Swing continually expands and improves its product lines, bringing you more selection than ever. www.swingguitars.com
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GRAPHTECH SALE!!!!
check the items out here ---- http://graphtech.com/specials.html
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mga sir..is this nut way more better than the bone nuts?ngayon ko lang kasi po nkita to.. :-)
kakatemp itry.. :-D
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mga sir..is this nut way more better than the bone nuts?ngayon ko lang kasi po nkita to.. :-)
kakatemp itry.. :-D
hi dark_7!
bone nuts are good! the only issue with that is it's not as consistent... meaning, bone nut A can never be the same with bone nut B, C. etc... and eventually they'll break because the material is organic... but they are good...
Graphtech nuts are made of man-made ivory infused with Teflon... which means that you get a consistent tone, you reduce string breakage, you improve the tuning of your guitar... and it's not organic so it will last you a long time...
asking which is better will still depend on your ears (if you're talking about tonality)...
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hi dark_7!
bone nuts are good! the only issue with that is it's not as consistent... meaning, bone nut A can never be the same with bone nut B, C. etc... and eventually they'll break because the material is organic... but they are good...
Graphtech nuts are made of man-made ivory infused with Teflon... which means that you get a consistent tone, you reduce string breakage, you improve the tuning of your guitar... and it's not organic so it will last you a long time...
asking which is better will still depend on your ears (if you're talking about tonality)...
:-o :-o :-o matry nga to someday.. :lol: :lol: thanks for the info bossing :lol:
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:-o :-o :-o matry nga to someday.. :lol: :lol: thanks for the info bossing :lol:
no problem! just send me a message when you're ready... we'll get the guitar nut you need...
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Graphtech nuts are made of man-made ivory infused with Teflon... which means that you get a consistent tone, you reduce string breakage, you improve the tuning of your guitar... and it's not organic so it will last you a long time...
i vouch for this. my strat has sounded better with Graphtech nuts and saddles. :-)
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i vouch for this. my strat has sounded better with Graphtech nuts and saddles. :-)
thanks bro! still waiting for the photos though... also your review of the graphtech bridge pins... :-D
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ukeleleboy's graphtech nut...
image was sent to my via e-mail since he couldn't post due to proxysite usage...
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rock on ukeleleboy! 8-)
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sir chox ano balita dun sa bridge?
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sir chox ano balita dun sa bridge?
:D
ym sent... let's talk about updates via ym, sms, or via my classified thread... cheers man!
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some are stocks... some are pre-orders...
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extras...
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graphtech pang 7!!! hehehe
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Waiting for my nut...lol...and string trees. :-D
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Waiting for my nut...lol...and string trees. :-D
ooohhh... it's coming! i'd like to see and hear what you're going to do with your tele... :evil:
may mga lalabas pa na bridges next month... hehehe... then the 7-string saddle set for one of my fave local guitar players... wink wink...
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ooohhh... it's coming! i'd like to see and hear what you're going to do with your tele... :evil:
Black guard, pickups with huge polepieces, graphtech, stainless steel saddles.... :evil:
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Got a Resomax NVS set for my LP kit.weighs next to nothing! :-D
me strap pa kasama.problem is di ko pa magagamit until mabuo ko yung kit. :roll:
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I'm a happy camper once again. :-D
I picked up my Graphtech TUSQ XL Nut and Black TUSQ XL string trees 3 hours ago from LBC. Installed it an 1 hour after I got home. I worked on my guitar for about 1 hour. I removed the stock plastic nut from my Squier telecaster, and all I can say is that the nut was crap. It broke after I removed it from my guitar. I sanded a portion underneath the graphtech nut that I would use to replace the plastic nut. There's a really big difference in plastic nuts and Graphtech. They just feel more solid. :-D
The TUSQ XL nut was a bit lengthier than the stock plastic nut, but i didn't sand it anymore. Maliit lang naman talaga yung excess. It doesn't bother me. I held it with wood glue and a capo while I sanded my fretboard with steel wool, and applied lemon oil afterwards. The fretboard looked very dry before, but now it looks better. Installed the Black TUSQ XL string trees. One of the screws was a bit short, so I used the stock screw from the previous string trees.
Same results that I had before.
1. Better clean tone
2. Increased tuning stability
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pics sir! :lol:
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Same results that I had before.
1. Better clean tone
2. Increased tuning stability
:-)
Ito talaga nagustuhan ko sa GraphTech eh. :wink:
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Ito talaga nagustuhan ko sa GraphTech eh. :wink:
Sobra. I haven't stretched my strings yet. They're still in tune. :-)
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Sobra. I haven't stretched my strings yet. They're still in tune. :-)
Yup. Kanina nagpalit din ako ng strings, hindi ko pa na stretch masyado strings pero ayun nga nakatono pa rin :-)
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cool nut :-D
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Is there a Black TUSQ nut that could be a direct fit/replacement for the nut on a Wizard Prestige neck?
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Is there a Black TUSQ nut that could be a direct fit/replacement for the nut on a Wizard Prestige neck?
You're going to need a PT-6643-00 nut. Check the dimensions of your stock nut. Pero ito yung nilagay ko sa Wizard II neck ng RG321MH ko. Direct replacement, in terms of nut width and E-E spacing. Yung nut height, kailangan mo pa i-sand para tumama. :-)
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very nice share, cayle! love the pics!
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Hi masterchoxter. :-)
Your inbox is full.. so I'll post here instead.
My Ibby prestige doesn't have a locking nut, since it's a fixed bridge model.
I'll have to check my neck's dimensions sometime with a caliper or with an accurate ruler. But the blank nut seems to be the safer option.
I won't be buying a TUSQ nut yet.. no funds. :lol: But how long does it usually take for an order to arrive? :-)
Sorry I wasn't able to SMS you instead, my phone's a bit messed up right now.
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My strat copy w/ graphtech white TUSQ nut & string tree's... :-D
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My strat copy w/ graphtech white TUSQ nut & string tree's... :-D
nice one bro!
Hi masterchoxter. :-)
Your inbox is full.. so I'll post here instead.
My Ibby prestige doesn't have a locking nut, since it's a fixed bridge model.
I'll have to check my neck's dimensions sometime with a caliper or with an accurate ruler. But the blank nut seems to be the safer option.
I won't be buying a TUSQ nut yet.. no funds. :lol: But how long does it usually take for an order to arrive? :-)
Sorry I wasn't able to SMS you instead, my phone's a bit messed up right now.
pm sent... email me... check sig... thanks!
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nakabibili ba ng graphtech products sa ali mall?
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nakabibili ba ng graphtech products sa ali mall?
nope.. sa Eastwood bro.. thru masterchoxter.. hehe.. :lol:
wala nagccarry ng graphtech dito sa Pinas bro.. si masterchoxter ang distributor dito..
@ chox
:evil:
thanks bro! :lol: inducer!!! :evil:
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ok mas malapit libis din ako eh
merong price list?
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nope.. sa Eastwood bro.. thru masterchoxter.. hehe.. :lol:
wala nagccarry ng graphtech dito sa Pinas bro.. si masterchoxter ang distributor dito..
@ chox
:evil:
thanks bro! :lol: inducer!!! :evil:
@chino - good thing i remembered we have a wrap around bridge... lol...
@kopiako - pm or add my via ym... tell me about what you need... check sig below... I'm at eastwood Mon-Fri from 12noon till 930-10pm... thanks!
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Graphtech news:
Jarrett Guitars includes ResoMax and Black TUSQ XL
DELTA, B.C., June 22, 2010 – Graph Tech Guitar Labs, the world’s largest guitar nut and saddle manufacturer is excited to announce that Jarrett Guitars has included the ResoMax NVS and ghost NV bridge and tailpiece as well as Black TUSQ XL on their guitars.
Winner of Premier Guitar Magazine’s Gear award in 2009, Jarrett Guitars is adamant that owning a guitar is all about player preference, which is why they can offer a player an instrument with their choice of pickups, tuners, custom wiring, and hardware. “So many players purchase a ‘deluxe classic standard supreme vintage’ only to turn it over to a local tech to have it built the way they really want,” says Jack Camarda, Jarrett Guitars, Managing Partner.
Graph Tech products have been installed on Jarrett guitars since the Company’s inception in 2004, and every instrument that leaves the shop has at least one Graph Tech product on it.
Now they have added the ResoMax NVS and ghost NV bridge and tailpiece system for the rich harmonics and AutoLock magnetic locking feature for easy string changes for their customers. Every Jarrett Forza now ships with this lightweight ResoMax alloy bridge, and they are available on the Jarrett Ibiza, Monserrat, and Viking Platinum Series models.
ResoMax NVS is made from a proprietary, lightweight ResoMax alloy that will leave each note dripping in tone and harmonics. It comes fully equipped with special U.L.F. (Ultra Low Friction) saddles which is constructed of the same harmonically rich alloy.
The ghost loaded ResoMax bridges have custom-engineered piezo crystals installed in the String Saver saddles. Corrosion resistant, ghost loaded String Saver saddles will provide the most authentic acoustic guitar sound possible.
"When we committed to offering a piezo system we sampled every brand available on the market," said Camarda. "They were all competent, but the Graph Tech system was the hands down winner in every category. Magnificent acoustic tone, no string quack, no feedback, easy to install and great technical help from the Graph Tech staff made the decision a proverbial no brainer."
Jarrett also installs Black TUSQ XL nuts on their guitars which increase tuning stability and overall enhanced performance. Designed to boost guitar tone and performance, this precision engineered nut is made with a specially formulated material which couples the strings' vibrations to the neck and brings out the hidden harmonics and richness in every note. Based on the highly resonant TUSQ man made ivory, Black TUSQ XL is impregnated with Teflon to improve the tuning performance of the guitar.
“Working with Jarrett Guitars, you know you have a guitar manufacturer who truly stands behind their product. Involved in each step of the process, they test each component thoroughly and demand nothing less than the very best,” says Dave Dunwoodie, President, Graph Tech.
About Jarrett Guitars
Jarrett Guitars began with a simple concept. Create a line of quality, hand crafted guitars based on their own designs, but influenced by the most timeless and classic instruments ever created. Offer players the choice of the finest cutting edge components on the market today while delivering tremendous value. Provide an uncompromising level of personal service, offer a 7 day trial, a full refund plus return shipping and earn enough profit to keep the doors open. www.jarrettguitars.com
Here is a guitar that they have which contain a Graph Tech nut and bridge (Ghost loaded)...
Zaffiro
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Though I've been using Graphtech and Tonepros bridges with Graphtech saddles for years, I've always wondered: kulay lang ba ang pinagkaiba ng TUSQ and Graphtech nuts? Thinking of replacing the nut on my fretless bass and esthetically, mas maganda kung puti yung nut niya kaysi itim.
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Though I've been using Graphtech and Tonepros bridges with Graphtech saddles for years, I've always wondered: kulay lang ba ang pinagkaiba ng TUSQ and Graphtech nuts? Thinking of replacing the nut on my fretless bass and esthetically, mas maganda kung puti yung nut niya kaysi itim.
there are three kinds as far as i know..
black TUSQ, white TUSQ, and the TUSQ (man made ivory)
the first two are just the same, they only differ in color.. both of them are telfon impregnated for better tuning stability..
the third one, TUSQ (man mae ivory), tries to resemble that of bone nuts.. but it's not teflon impregnated.. more on tonal change siguro siya if one is fond of a bone nut or so..
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there are three kinds as far as i know..
black TUSQ, white TUSQ, and the TUSQ (man made ivory)
the first two are just the same, they only differ in color.. both of them are telfon impregnated for better tuning stability..
the third one, TUSQ (man mae ivory), tries to resemble that of bone nuts.. but it's not teflon impregnated.. more on tonal change siguro siya if one is fond of a bone nut or so..
that's right... thanks chino!
to clarify further... the exact current product names for the TUSQ line are:
- Black TUSQ XL
- TUSQ XL
- TUSQ (Man made ivory)
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that's right... thanks chino!
to clarify further... the exact current product names for the TUSQ line are:
- Black TUSQ XL
- TUSQ XL
- TUSQ (Man made ivory)
There's no graphtech in Ch. let's talk :evil:
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There's no graphtech in Ch. let's talk :evil:
woot.. care to trade a graphtech nut for an Epi LP? sagot ko na shipping ng graphtech.. :lol:
on topic.. i've just finished installing a Graphtech PQL-6060-00 on my PRS this afternoon.. yes, yet another graphtech nut.. but this time, it's white.. i had a PT-6060-00 before.. it was a Black TUSQ.. hehe..
i like the white better.. lol.. will snap a pic tomorrow when the lighting is good.. :-)
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i might need to order another set of bridge pins. :lol:
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:lol:
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i might need to order another set of bridge pins. :lol:
i'm still waiting for photos of the first ones you got... lolz...
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me waiting for them lovely parts. yum =)
hehehe... soon... :evil:
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Sir..how much for the graphtech nut for PRS SE custom 22..?
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post ko pics ng strat ko pag may time :-D
swabeng swabe wala ng sabit pag gamit yung tremolo :-D
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Mga sir ask ko lang, ano band pinag-iba na graphtech nut sa bone nut?Home made Bonenut kasi gamit ko sa guitar ko.
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Sir..how much for the graphtech nut for PRS SE custom 22..?
nasa 800 yun bro brand new.. di ko alam kung may stock pa ngayon si chox.. ang para sa PRS SE ay yung PT-6060 or PQL-6060..
anyway.. eto bro yung thread ni chox sa graphtech sales.. dito nalang ang business.. :-)
FS: GRAPHTECH products(saddles, nuts, bridge assemblies, etc) cheap! order basis (http://talk.philmusic.com/board/index.php/topic,152867.0.html)
anjan din modile number niya para mas madali mo siya macontact..
kung hindi ka naman maselan sa used, i have one up for sale.. it's in my sig, check mo nalang.. used it sa PRS SE Standard for a little while.. pinalitan ko lang ng white kasi mas gusto ko itsura..
post ko pics ng strat ko pag may time :-D
swabeng swabe wala ng sabit pag gamit yung tremolo :-D
ayos! abangan ko to.. :-)
Mga sir ask ko lang, ano band pinag-iba na graphtech nut sa bone nut?Home made Bonenut kasi gamit ko sa guitar ko.
bone nut, dahil naturally made siya (gawa sa buto), may mga inconsistencies yan.. though it can give you a good "tone", so they say, pwedeng hindi consistent yung overall niya.. kumbaga may weak spot na hindi mo pansin.. kunwari may pore sa loob na hindi mo kita which can be a stress point or a point of failure in time..
yung graphtech man made ivory on the other hand, syempre dahil man-made siya, mas consistent yung quality niya, or yung overall na pagkakagawa.. :-)
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yey!!!!
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tama po ba bilang ko pang 7 string hehe :-D
ayos! abangan ko to.. :-)
hehe sige sir....kaya nyo pala po benta black tusq nyo po naka tusq xl na po kayo :-D
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tama po ba bilang ko pang 7 string hehe :-D
hehe sige sir....kaya nyo pala po benta black tusq nyo po naka tusq xl na po kayo :-D
haha.. yep.. mas maganda pala tingnan yung white.. OC lang talaga ako.. lol.. :lol:
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haha.. yep.. mas maganda pala tingnan yung white.. OC lang talaga ako.. lol.. :lol:
hehe parang mas maganda po nga yung white pero wala po syang teflon coating?
pero para sakin ok na yung black nut at string trees match sa new tuners ko :lol:
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hehe parang mas maganda po nga yung white pero wala po syang teflon coating?
pero para sakin ok na yung black nut at string trees match sa new tuners ko :lol:
pareho lang siya dun sa black bro..
tatlong klase ang nut ng graphtech..
1. Black Tusq
2. Tusq
3. Man-made ivory
pareho lang yung black Tusq at white tusq.. nagkaiba lang sila sa kulay..
ang naiba sa kanilang lahat ay yung man-made ivory.. hindi ata siya nag-ooffer ng tuning stability (though i think tuning stability will still improve), pero more of a "Bone nut tone" ang binibigay niya.. :-)
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eto na po hehe :-D
new nut ,string trees and tuners :lol:
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lapit na rin ako maging family nito :D waiting for FerraGlide stainless Tele saddles & TUSQ tele nut \m/
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eto na po hehe :-D
new nut ,string trees and tuners :lol:
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Nice shot.. :-) edit nalang at lagyan ng mga graphtech labels and logos, pwede na pang promotion! :lol:
may pang PRS na, Ibanez, Squier tele, ngayon may Squier strat headstock narin.. kewl.. :-)
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Nice shot.. :-) edit nalang at lagyan ng mga graphtech labels and logos, pwede na pang promotion! :lol:
may pang PRS na, Ibanez, Squier tele, ngayon may Squier strat headstock narin.. kewl.. :-)
hehe thanks po.......sige po try ko po gumawa
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eto na po hehe :-D
new nut ,string trees and tuners :lol:
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nice renz! very nice!
yey!!!!
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tell me when it's already installed, fafs! i'll drop by your place again... another jam to the max... might bring my amp... lol...
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Sure thing papi. It's with Jon right now, gonna do a little bit of modifications to fit right with the capa. =)
Excellent! Did Jon tell you when you'll come back for it?
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After a week or so.
ayun naman eh.... :evil: :evil: :evil:
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salamat sir chox,
time to order na para sa ibang parts hehe,
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guys rust free o oxidation free ba yung graphtech electric saddles?thanks
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guys rust free o oxidation free ba yung graphtech electric saddles?thanks
yes.. saddles ha.. screws and springs are subject to rust after sometime.. but the saddles, i don't think they even oxidize.. they're corrosion resistant as per the description on the website.. :-)
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next week na yung sakin hehehehe \m/
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nice renz! very nice!
tell me when it's already installed, fafs! i'll drop by your place again... another jam to the max... might bring my amp... lol...
thanks sir :-D
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ito pala sinasabi sa akin ni chox. sa iyo pala yan hehe. Nice!!!
yes sir kaso di pa ko nakakapagorder para sa ibang parts,
kaexcite na magamit hehe
thanks
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The ResoMax Harmonic Bridge System.
Designed to maximize harmonic content, richness in each note and make restringing a breeze! The ResoMax NVt Tailpiece is the finishing touch to our ResoMax Harmonic Bridge System. Complete with AutoLock locking feature which magnetically secures the tailpiece at all times without a tools to use to lose. Triple plated finishes for years of durability and good looks. Finally your guitar will sound, perform and look its best.
AutoLock.
Exclusive to the ResoMax System, the AutoLock locking feature magnetically secures your bridge at all times without tools to use or lose, making restringing simple and quick.
Increased harmonic content.
The ResoMax NVt Tailpieces are made from the same harmonically rich alloy as our ResoMax bridges. You will hear more richness and tone in every note played.
Light weight alloy tailpieces.
All of our ResoMax Tailpieces are made from a light weight, proprietary alloy which boosts harmonic content. Simply put, a lightweight tailpiece allows the natural sound of the guitar to shine through.
Triple plated finish.
Triple plated Chrome, Gold, Nickel and Black Nickel finishes for years of durability and good looks. Now your guitar will play its best look it best.
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partner ng PS-8861-CO ko to ah.. pogi... may chrome kaya nito?
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sir anu sa tingin niyo direct replacement nut sa mga ibby gios? me wanna change..
thanks sa magrereply. :D
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sir anu sa tingin niyo direct replacement nut sa mga ibby gios? me wanna change..
thanks sa magrereply. :D
Locking nut or non locking? For my RG321MH, PT6643 yung kinuha ko. I had to sand the bottom part para sumakto yung nut height, pero everything else was spot on sa nut slot.
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The ResoMax Harmonic Bridge System.
Designed to maximize harmonic content, richness in each note and make restringing a breeze! The ResoMax NVt Tailpiece is the finishing touch to our ResoMax Harmonic Bridge System. Complete with AutoLock locking feature which magnetically secures the tailpiece at all times without a tools to use to lose. Triple plated finishes for years of durability and good looks. Finally your guitar will sound, perform and look its best.
AutoLock.
Exclusive to the ResoMax System, the AutoLock locking feature magnetically secures your bridge at all times without tools to use or lose, making restringing simple and quick.
Increased harmonic content.
The ResoMax NVt Tailpieces are made from the same harmonically rich alloy as our ResoMax bridges. You will hear more richness and tone in every note played.
Light weight alloy tailpieces.
All of our ResoMax Tailpieces are made from a light weight, proprietary alloy which boosts harmonic content. Simply put, a lightweight tailpiece allows the natural sound of the guitar to shine through.
Triple plated finish.
Triple plated Chrome, Gold, Nickel and Black Nickel finishes for years of durability and good looks. Now your guitar will play its best look it best.
partner ng PS-8861-CO ko to ah.. pogi... may chrome kaya nito?
yep! meron... http://graphtech.com/product-631-2/ ---- sms and/or pm sent... lol
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(http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q268/pakito789/IMGP3748.jpg)
salamat sir chox,
time to order na para sa ibang parts hehe,
how much ito sir chox? :-D
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how much ito sir chox? :-D
pm sent...
Locking nut or non locking? For my RG321MH, PT6643 yung kinuha ko. I had to sand the bottom part para sumakto yung nut height, pero everything else was spot on sa nut slot.
thanks man...
sir anu sa tingin niyo direct replacement nut sa mga ibby gios? me wanna change..
thanks sa magrereply. :D
yep... same question as cayle's... are you using a floyd bridge or not?
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pm sent...
thanks man...
yep... same question as cayle's... are you using a floyd bridge or not?
nah.. hindi locking nut sir...
@ sir cayle
maybe yun na lang din kukunin ko.. salamat :)
@sir chox
pa PM naman sir ng price ng PT6643
TIA! :D
EDIT:
@sir cayle
sa tingin niyo ba fit na ang 12-52 na gauge ng string dun sa sinabi niyong nut?
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how much does the graphtech cost and how do I get one and what does the package include? thanks!
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I've been having string breakage troubles with my old 93 American Strat on Vintage bent saddles. minsan wala pang isang buwan yung new set ng strings putol na lalo on hard playing. So a few questions lang for masterchox:
What exact model would fit my setup?
And bakit halos same ang price nung String Saver Saddles at nung Starter Set?
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@sir cayle
sa tingin niyo ba fit na ang 12-52 na gauge ng string dun sa sinabi niyong nut?
I'm not sure. I use 10-46 strings, and they do seem to fit tightly in the nut slots. Better email graphtech about that. :-)
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how much does the graphtech cost and how do I get one and what does the package include? thanks!
what particular graphtech product do you need? start from there..
graphtech.com (http://graphtech.com)
then check here for pricing..
http://talk.philmusic.com/board/index.php/topic,152867.0.html (http://talk.philmusic.com/board/index.php/topic,152867.0.html)
then contact masterchoxter for more details..
then have your graphtech and you'll be a happy camper.. :-)
I've been having string breakage troubles with my old 93 American Strat on Vintage bent saddles. minsan wala pang isang buwan yung new set ng strings putol na lalo on hard playing. So a few questions lang for masterchox:
What exact model would fit my setup?
And bakit halos same ang price nung String Saver Saddles at nung Starter Set?
ako nalang muna sasagot bro if you don't mind.. :-)
(http://www.graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/Image/esaddle_jpg.jpg)
measure all those important parts..
if you're too lazy to look up which particular saddle would have the same measurements, it's no problem.. email graphtech customer service about your measurements and they'll tell you what saddles to get.. and oh, they're customer service is fast! :-)
email them now and you'll get a reply by tonight.. :lol:
about the pricing, i'll leave that to chox..
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I'm not sure. I use 10-46 strings, and they do seem to fit tightly in the nut slots. Better email graphtech about that. :-)
ahhh... thanks thanks... will do email-ing. hahaha :)
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weeee...im excited for my graphtech...!!..
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for business transactions, let us please do it at this thread --- http://talk.philmusic.com/board/index.php/topic,152867.new.html#new
when asking about prices, you can pm me instead of posting it here... let us limit this thread to the "How To's", "What If's", and etc...
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@chino/cayle
thanks for the replies dudes...
@manilacoke3
I've been having string breakage troubles with my old 93 American Strat on Vintage bent saddles. minsan wala pang isang buwan yung new set ng strings putol na lalo on hard playing. So a few questions lang for masterchox:
What exact model would fit my setup?
And bakit halos same ang price nung String Saver Saddles at nung Starter Set?
the following products may fit your guitar:
- SUPERCHARGER KIT FOR STRAT AND TELE STYLE GUITARS KIT D TOP SELLER. FITS: AMERICAN MADE STRATOCASTER AND G&L WITH 2-3/16" STRING SPACING
Product #: PX-8000-F0 --- http://graphtech.com/product-340-2/ - STRING SAVER ORIGINALS FOR VINTAGE STRAT 2-3/16" (6 SADDLES + ALLEN KEY) - TOP SELLER
Product #: PS-8000-F0 --- http://graphtech.com/product-217-2/ - STRING SAVER CLASSICS FOR VINTAGE STRAT STAINLESS 2 3/16" (6 SADDLES + ALLEN KEY) - TOP SELLER
Product #: PG-8000-F0 --- http://graphtech.com/product-16-2/ - STRING SAVER CLASSICS FOR VINTAGE STRAT 2 3/16" CHROME (6 SADDLES + ALLEN KEY) - TOP SELLER
Product #: PG-8000-FC --- http://graphtech.com/product-17-2/ - STRING SAVER CLASSICS FOR VINTAGE STRAT 2 3/16" GOLD (6 SADDLES + ALLEN KEY)
Product #: PG-8000-FG --- http://graphtech.com/product-18-2/
The Supercharger kit is like a package thing from Graph Tech. It's mainly a pack of pre-chosen products that can fit most guitars in specific categories. There is a possibility that just one part from the kit may fit the guitar and vice versa. Regarding the pricing, it is Graph Tech's prerogative to set their determined prices. In my opinion, we can relate this to buying a ready made cpu versus buying carefully chosen parts.
I hope my post helped...
thanks!
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couldn't wait to have my guitar set-up by a luthier, so I just replaced the stock nut on my PRS SE by myself... I hope I didn't do a horrible job, lol.
I sanded the nut until there was very little excess compared to the stock nut, na feeling ko masyado mababa para sa akin yung action. I just added a little extra to the height. I used the same graphtech Black Tusq XL as sir chino. is it cut for .9's or .10's? TIA.
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couldn't wait to have my guitar set-up by a luthier, so I just replaced the stock nut on my PRS SE by myself... I hope I didn't do a horrible job, lol.
I sanded the nut until there was very little excess compared to the stock nut, na feeling ko masyado mababa para sa akin yung action. I just added a little extra to the height. I used the same graphtech Black Tusq XL as sir chino. is it cut for .9's or .10's? TIA.
cool. :mrgreen:
Either gauge will work. kasya sa nut slots niya ang 10s. i use 10s on it. :-)
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^thanks! I replaced the stock nut without knowing I actually ran out of spare strings... lol. major major fail. not too confident with how I set up the nut since I was always horrible at home ec, pero, I'll test later when I have those 10's.
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Official Announcement:
Congratulations to Mico Ong of Fuseboxx and Paolo Blaquera of the Paolo Blaquera Trio for becoming the first ever Filipino Graph Tech Artist endorsers globally!
I will keep you guys posted on when their photos and artist profile will be uploaded at the Graph Tech site... They will also be included in the next Graph Tech product catalog...
Cheers!
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cool and smart upgrades
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Ayus! si papi mico endorser na.. :-)
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great job for pulling this off Chox! you da man! :-D
congrats to Mico and Paolo! well-represented ang Pinas! :-)
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Official Announcement:
Congratulations to Mico Ong of Fuseboxx and Paolo Blaquera of the Paolo Blaquera Trio for becoming the first ever Filipino Graph Tech Artist endorsers globally!
I will keep you guys posted on when their photos and artist profile will be uploaded at the Graph Tech site... They will also be included in the next Graph Tech product catalog...
Cheers!
great job for pulling this off Chox! you da man! :-D
congrats to Mico and Paolo! well-represented ang Pinas! :-)
been at it for months... thanks dude! the kudos should be all for Mico and Paolo... their skills are what got them the endorsement...
Ayus! si papi mico endorser na.. :-)
rock on! and i'm very sure fafi is very happy... :-D
cool and smart upgrades
they really are... thanks!
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Guitar World magazine review of the RESOMAX NV HARMONIC BRIDGE and TUSQ XL NUT:
http://graphtech.com/fckeditor/userfiles/File/GuitarWorldAugust2010.pdf
Philippine Graph Tech SALE!
http://talk.philmusic.com/board/index.php/topic,152867.0.html
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Introducing
A WHOLE NEW WORLD
ghost Acoustic MIDI System
Be one of the first to own the ghost Acoustic MIDI System. With unparalleled fast tracking performance, Graph Tech tailored the ghost Modular Pick up System for nylon and steel stringed acoustic guitars, designing a system that allows acoustic guitarists to take their playability to an entirely new level.
Traditionally, MIDI pickup systems use metal saddles which kill the acoustic sound. Graph Tech uses custom piezo crystals encapsulated in a set of patented String Saver saddles to retain the guitar’s authentic acoustic tone with the added benefit of longer string life. Play the piano, saxophone or any instrument as well as you play the guitar because the ghost Acoustic MIDI System enables access to an orchestra of instruments and a world of virtual sounds.
(https://b131201ea0-custmedia.vresp.com/52741d3d53/ghostAcousticMIDISystem%202.jpg)
Designed to integrate easily into a steel or nylon string acoustic guitar, the ghost Acoustic MIDI System will open a new world of tonal possibilities never before available to the acoustic guitarist.
(https://b131201ea0-custmedia.vresp.com/52741d3d53/acoustic%20midi%20WEB.jpg)
• No metal saddles to retain a natural and authentic acoustic tone.
• Fastest, most accurate MIDI tracking available.
• Saddle pickups fit a standard 1/8" saddle slot.
• Flexible installation permits custom control layout.
• Plug-in components for rapid assembly and testing.
• Patented String Saver® saddles to dramatically reduce string breakage.
• Compatible with today’s state-of-the-art controllers such as Roland GR33, GI-20, VG99, and V Bass, Axon AX-50, AX-100, and many more.
Dreams of MIDI guitar have long been hindered by poor tracking, but now Graph Tech’s ghost pickup saddles and Hexpander MIDI Interface Module provide incredibly fast and accurate tracking, so your customers can even play both acoustic and MIDI/Virtual sounds simultaneously for a limitless palette of blended sounds.
ghost Acoustic/MIDI Kit for either Steel or Nylon stringed guitars can be installed for flat or radiused fingerboards by omitting or including the provided pagoda shim. Saddles fit a 1/8” saddle slot. Some modification of the instrument is required to install pickups and output jacks.
(https://b131201ea0-custmedia.vresp.com/52741d3d53/knobsweb%202.jpg)
Set of 3 beautiful rosewood stacked knobs for acoustic/midi control, bass/treble control and the mid boost or cut/ sweep control.
VIDEO:
The ghost Acoustic MIDI System is currently factory installed on the Carvin NS1. Watch Steve Oliver demonstrate the capabilities of the ghost Acoustic MIDI System on the Carvin NS1 guitar.
http://www.carvinchannel.com/play.php?vid=117 (http://www.carvinchannel.com/play.php?vid=117)
Contact me for pricing or check out my thread...
http://talk.philmusic.com/board/index.php/topic,152867.0.html (http://talk.philmusic.com/board/index.php/topic,152867.0.html)
Rock on dudes!
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Kelan arrival ng next shipment master? Excited nako sa strat nut ko. :-D
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Kelan arrival ng next shipment master? Excited nako sa strat nut ko. :-D
the batch your with will finally ship out tonight to my courier then to the philippines within the week... just got word today... cheers!
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my current and in-process acoustics will be fitted with Graphtech Tusq bridge pins. :-D
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my current and in-process acoustics will be fitted with Graphtech Tusq bridge pins. :-D
peeeechhuuuuuuurrrrrrssssss!!!!! of all your Graphtech'd guitars... :evil:
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peeeechhuuuuuuurrrrrrssssss!!!!! of all your Graphtech'd guitars... :evil:
oo nga eh...tagal ko nang utang sayo. i'm thinking of posting them all at once. so that will happen around november pa siguro. :-D
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oo nga eh...tagal ko nang utang sayo. i'm thinking of posting them all at once. so that will happen around november pa siguro. :-D
rawwwwwk!!!
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(https://b131201ea0-custmedia.vresp.com/52741d3d53/acoustic%20midi%20WEB.jpg)
bro how much?
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bro how much?
Price can be found here bro.
http://talk.philmusic.com/board/index.php/topic,152867.0.html (http://talk.philmusic.com/board/index.php/topic,152867.0.html)
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the batch your with will finally ship out tonight to my courier then to the philippines within the week... just got word today... cheers!
:mrgreen:
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(http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q268/pakito789/IMGP5648.jpg)
yun yun eh!
(https://b131201ea0-custmedia.vresp.com/52741d3d53/acoustic%20midi%20WEB.jpg)
bro how much?
let's ym...
Price can be found here bro.
http://talk.philmusic.com/board/index.php/topic,152867.0.html (http://talk.philmusic.com/board/index.php/topic,152867.0.html)
thanks man!
:mrgreen:
thank you for your patience...
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re-posting my Supercharged axe with Graphtech Supercharger Kit. kit provided by master Chox and installed by master Jon. it's been about a year i think. :-D
String Saver Saddles
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07661.jpg)
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07665.jpg)
Black Tusq Nut
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07666.jpg)
String Tree
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/DSC07669.jpg)
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rawwwwwk!!!!
thanks Maxi!
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rawwwwwk!!!!
thanks Maxi!
thanks too bro! your product really improved my strat. :-D
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i was wondering if anybody could help.. i have an epi LP special 2 .. wat nut would fit? and wat resomax bridge would be best?
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i was wondering if anybody could help.. i have an epi LP special 2 .. wat nut would fit? and wat resomax bridge would be best?
PT-6060-00 if you want a black tusq nut.
PQL-6060-00 if you want a white tusq nut.
go go go and get a graphtech. :-)
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PT-6060-00 if you want a black tusq nut.
PQL-6060-00 if you want a white tusq nut.
go go go and get a graphtech. :-)
any resomax bridge that has 6mm posts will fit your guitar... and also the nuts that chino pointed out...
thanks!
and thanks chino!
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thanks mga bro.. =) will do wen the funds come in.. it isn't excactly cheap to get..
being a nurse is hard work with little pay.. :cry:
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can't wait for my nuts I mean my supercharger kit! :mrgreen:
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thanks mga bro.. =) will do wen the funds come in.. it isn't excactly cheap to get..
being a nurse is hard work with little pay.. :cry:
Cool. It's actually a cheaper investment rather than getting locking tuners to kill your tuning problems (which most of the time doesn't do it as effective as getting a better nut).
Good bridge saddles will provide a good tone as well as help in preventing string breakage sa saddles.
Cheers! :-)
can't wait for my nuts I mean my supercharger kit! :mrgreen:
LOL. :lol:
Congrats bro! :wink: Supercharged nuts!
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Here they are!
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0970.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0971.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0972.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0973.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0974.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0975.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0976.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0977.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0978.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0981.jpg)
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medyo natabunan na itong thread ah. let's bring this back up! :-D
here are some (overdue) photos of my graphtech TUSQ bridge pins with paua dots installed in my Harana acoustic. photos taken using my cellphone's camera. :-)
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/12012011288.jpg)
(http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq152/maxi_musikero/PhilMusic%20Photos/Gear/12012011289.jpg)
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^gusto ko rin itry yan sa acoustic
OT:sir anu yang cp nyo po ganda ng quality ng pics hehe
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oo nga natabunan na itong tread na ito, post ko lang ulit guitar ko with graphtech nut ang string trees.
(http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa137/jocelyn_paulene/CustomizedStratocaster.jpg)
(http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa137/jocelyn_paulene/strat.jpg)
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^gusto ko rin itry yan sa acoustic
OT:sir anu yang cp nyo po ganda ng quality ng pics hehe
try it bro! it's much better and will last longer than plastic bridge pins. :-)
OT - Nokia E72 bro. :-D
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Here they are!
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0970.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0971.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0972.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0973.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0974.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0975.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0976.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0977.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0978.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0981.jpg)
(http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o133/masterchoxter/graphtech/IMG_0982.jpg)
buti nahanap ko rin! kailangan ko ng isa sa mga ito!
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buti nahanap ko rin! kailangan ko ng isa sa mga ito!
Order away. :-)
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thanks maxi and chino
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It's been almost a year now. My Graphtech nut still holds up really well. No sign of damage or wear, although I can't help but notice how gracefully it ages.
When I got it brand new, it was white. Now It has changed to a bit brownish or aged white kind of shade. Brings out a nice vintage vibe. :-)
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It's been almost a year now. My Graphtech nut still holds up really well. No sign of damage or wear, although I can't help but notice how gracefully it ages.
When I got it brand new, it was white. Now It has changed to a bit brownish or aged white kind of shade. Brings out a nice vintage vibe. :-)
+1
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Congratulations to Mico Ong of Fuseboxx and Paolo Blaquera of PB4! They can now be found at the Graph Tech Guitar Labs Artist's Page.
Mico Ong --- http://www.graphtech.com/aughome.html?ArtistID=60
for updates regarding Mico Ong's gigs and events with Fuseboxx, please refer to this page --- http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_115269718557323¬if_t=group_activity
Paolo Blaquera --- http://www.graphtech.com/aughome.html?ArtistID=61
for updates regarding Paolo Blaquera's gigs and events with PB4, please refer to this page --- http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000790556124
It's been a long wait guys but it was definitely worth it.
@All --- watch out for more updates. I'm currently cooking up a lot more stuff. More endorsements, more discounts, etc.
Rock on peeps and feel the music!
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My long overdue pics of my graphtech equipped strat!
(http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc396/rejramos/forum/geetar015.jpg)
saddles
(http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc396/rejramos/forum/geetar016.jpg)
nut and string trees
(http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc396/rejramos/forum/geetar019.jpg)
my supercharged strat!
My strat definitely plays better than before and even when I have yet to experience a string breakage I can trust my strat to hold out for me when I need it. Thanks masterchoxter! :D
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Nice! Maple fretboard na lang, Gilmour na. :-)
Glad to hear you're liking your Graphtech.
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Nice! Maple fretboard na lang, Gilmour na. :-)
Glad to hear you're liking your Graphtech.
what's a gilmour? lol.
thanks dude.
maple fretboard? maybe in the unforeseeable future, tried a few strats with maple fretboards and my hands doesn't feel as comfortable as when I'm using a rosewood fretboard strat.
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David Gilmour
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David Gilmour
I google him and oo nga. Mejo pareho nga kami design ng strat.
I was gonna make it all black but I kinda grew out of the all black strat idea.
so i just spray painted the pick guard black.
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Inquire ko lang po. Meron po bang package na ganito (Bridge and Tailpiece combo) except sa halip na NVS, NV2 yung kasama nung tailpiece na NVT?
http://www.music123.com/Accessories/Fretted-Instrument-Accessories-Parts/Guitar-Pickups-Parts/Bridges-Tailpieces-for-Guitar/Resomax-NVS-Harmonic-Bridge-System-LIMITED-EDITION-for-4mm-Posts.site7prod712836.product
Thanks!
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san na pala to si chox?
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Like.
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My long overdue pics of my graphtech equipped strat!
(http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc396/rejramos/forum/geetar015.jpg)
saddles
(http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc396/rejramos/forum/geetar016.jpg)
nut and string trees
(http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc396/rejramos/forum/geetar019.jpg)
my supercharged strat!
My strat definitely plays better than before and even when I have yet to experience a string breakage I can trust my strat to hold out for me when I need it. Thanks masterchoxter! :D
post ko lang ulit supercharged strat ko. Sobrang solid talaga ng tone ever since I changed to graphtecs. I wanna try different hardwares on my strat but why change something when it feels right na diba? :D
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I have this strat style guitar (Ibanez GRX40) and the tone is not that good. Now I found out about graphtech nuts and saddles and I think they're just what I need. I'm planning to order a set of saddles and a black tusq nut. Approximately, how much would it all cost, how do I order, and from whom mga sir?
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post ko lang ulit supercharged strat ko. Sobrang solid talaga ng tone ever since I changed to graphtecs. I wanna try different hardwares on my strat but why change something when it feels right na diba? :D
Nice! :-)
I have this strat style guitar (Ibanez GRX40) and the tone is not that good. Now I found out about graphtech nuts and saddles and I think they're just what I need. I'm planning to order a set of saddles and a black tusq nut. Approximately, how much would it all cost, how do I order, and from whom mga sir?
Best is to check the website fot the $ price them send the link to our shippers for a quotaion. I think what you'll ge needing would be the supercharger kit if they have the nut and saddle set that would fit your guitar. Bossingboss or spankyrigor can get those for you. Good luck! :-)
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san naba si chox?
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yung mga bagong tusq xl nut ngayon kailangan pa din bawasan yung height? or same spec na sya sa particular brand, lets say, para sa mga epiphone guitar.
napansin ko kasi na binabanggit sa site ng graphtech yung fender, gibson and epiphone.
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yung mga bagong tusq xl nut ngayon kailangan pa din bawasan yung height? or same spec na sya sa particular brand, lets say, para sa mga epiphone guitar.
napansin ko kasi na binabanggit sa site ng graphtech yung fender, gibson and epiphone.
Usually ang fit doon ay yung string spacing (e-to-E).. Pag kasi precut at pre-slotted, may mga allowance yan sa nut height, nut width, at nut length.. Para kung sakaling may inconsistencies sa manufacturing nung gitara, pwede mo maiset sa gusto mo yung mga parameters na yun ng nut..
So kahit bibili ka bro ng precut at pre-slotted nut, kailangan pa rin niyan ng konting work para mag fit ng maganda..
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salamat chino
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mga tol,tulong naman,saan po pwede makabili dito ng graphtech nut?wala kasi dito sa amin, btw im fr south cotabato mindanao,wala kasi benta sa amin.kelangan ko kasi sa epi les paul ko..me string buzz na kasi.tia
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mga tol,tulong naman,saan po pwede makabili dito ng graphtech nut?wala kasi dito sa amin, btw im fr south cotabato mindanao,wala kasi benta sa amin.kelangan ko kasi sa epi les paul ko..me string buzz na kasi.tia
Chief nagreply nako sa post mo sa newbie corner.
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salamat brod
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kamusta po ung saddle, mas matibay ba to sa rust at oxidation?.
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kamusta po ung saddle, mas matibay ba to sa rust at oxidation?.
Technically, the TUSQ saddles are not made of metal, thus hindi siya prone sa rust (except the allen screws) at oxidation. :)
EDIT: Just checked, meron na pala nung stainless steel saddles na ang may TUSQ lang ay yung saddle slots. I'm so outdated. :eek:
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Technically, the TUSQ saddles are not made of metal, thus hindi siya prone sa rust (except the allen screws) at oxidation. :)
EDIT: Just checked, meron na pala nung stainless steel saddles na ang may TUSQ lang ay yung saddle slots. I'm so outdated. :eek:
Yup. hehe. I'm also waiting for my Ratio tuners from Graphtech. :-D
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Yup. hehe. I'm also waiting for my Ratio tuners from Graphtech. :-D
Cool concept from Graphtech. I'm just worried about the quality of the machine heads, how long they will last, will the plating be easily corroded, etc. :-)
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Yup. hehe. I'm also waiting for my Ratio tuners from Graphtech. :-D
Yun oh! Saang gitara mo ilalagay? :-)
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Cool concept from Graphtech. I'm just worried about the quality of the machine heads, how long they will last, will the plating be easily corroded, etc. :-)
They were top notch when they showed it to me. And they remind me off grovers in a way. I agree, to corrode or not to corrode that is crap if that happens lol! But im pretty sure they outdid themselves with the Ratio tuners.
Yun oh! Saang gitara mo ilalagay? :-)
At first i was planning to put in on my 7 string, they said it would be a custom order for me, then i just decided to order for my ESP Eclipse and will just get for 7 within the year.
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Here's my Graphtech nut equipped Fender Stratocaster! Never had any tuning issues since I had it installed almost three years ago. :)
(http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b288/iske123/003-6_zpsa7689468.jpg) (http://s21.photobucket.com/user/iske123/media/003-6_zpsa7689468.jpg.html)
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Here's my Graphtech nut equipped Fender Stratocaster! Never had any tuning issues since I had it installed almost three years ago. :)
(http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b288/iske123/003-6_zpsa7689468.jpg) (http://s21.photobucket.com/user/iske123/media/003-6_zpsa7689468.jpg.html)
Cool paint job! You need string savers! They have the new string savers that matches your bridge instead of the common black string savers.
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Cool paint job! You need string savers! They have the new string savers that matches your bridge instead of the common black string savers.
Glad that you liked the finish sir! It's one of the rare Fender finishes called Antigua. I'm actually thinking of getting those saddles since they fit the black hardware, green color theme of the instrument but I don't want a drastic change in tone. Any inputs? I'm a huge fan of yours btw. hahaha :-D
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Glad that you liked the finish sir! It's one of the rare Fender finishes called Antigua. I'm actually thinking of getting those saddles since they fit the black hardware, green color theme of the instrument but I don't want a drastic change in tone. Any inputs? I'm a huge fan of yours btw. hahaha :-D
Antigua, pretty!!!
Thank you! Appreciate it. I've been using string savers for 2 years already, i never broke a string since then. Tonewise well i notice just a slight decrease in highs but you won't really notice it until you look for that sound, get what i mean? Anyway, ive been really happy with the string savers. I normally break the A string even if it is a fresh batch of new strings, i tend to hit hard at times. I guess with the new saddles for the strat, you won't notice a difference at all. String savers are just the best investment you could do for a guitar. :)
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Antigua, pretty!!!
Thank you! Appreciate it. I've been using string savers for 2 years already, i never broke a string since then. Tonewise well i notice just a slight decrease in highs but you won't really notice it until you look for that sound, get what i mean? Anyway, ive been really happy with the string savers. I normally break the A string even if it is a fresh batch of new strings, i tend to hit hard at times. I guess with the new saddles for the strat, you won't notice a difference at all. String savers are just the best investment you could do for a guitar. :)
I'll look into it in the future. Thanks for the insights sir! Sakit ko rin kasi makaputol ng wound strings minsan because of the angle that I hit them.
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I have this strat style guitar (Ibanez GRX40) and the tone is not that good. Now I found out about graphtech nuts and saddles and I think they're just what I need. I'm planning to order a set of saddles and a black tusq nut. Approximately, how much would it all cost, how do I order, and from whom mga sir?
You can head to The Music Source TMS. Alimall branch they have a lot of graphtech parts!
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swak kaya dito yung graphtech saddles?
(http://playsomething.co.uk/estore/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2013/03/SAT10-Tremolo-Bridge1.jpg)
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how about ghost system mga sir ? i'm planning to get one next year for my next guitar project. :)
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I love my Ratio Tuners!!!
http://instagram.com/p/f9RiDcRlsy/
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Hi! Help naman Graphtech users.
Meron bang local music store na official distributor ng Graphtech?
Based kasi sa mga old post thru shipping lang.
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Hi! Help naman Graphtech users.
Meron bang local music store na official distributor ng Graphtech?
Based kasi sa mga old post thru shipping lang.
sa TMS or The Music Source po.
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sa TMS or The Music Source po.
San po banda ang TMS?
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San po banda ang TMS?
Ali Mall Cubao, 2nd Floor beside McDonald's.
BTT:
My main guitar is equipped with Graphtech Classic steel saddles and a Tusq Nut. lovin the combo. :)
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Ali Mall Cubao, 2nd Floor beside McDonald's.
Thanks sir, pag may time pa mamaya bisita ako.
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yung graptech nut ba for strat, fit din yun sa tele? ipapalit ko sana sa squier cv tele. :|
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yung graptech nut ba for strat, fit din yun sa tele? ipapalit ko sana sa squier cv tele. :|
yep. But be sure to get the right one, they have the american vintage spaced and mexico/import spaced. Bring your tele with you when youre getting tusq, so you can check and compare.
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Galing ako TMS Ali Mall Cubao kanina, puro pang Les Paul karamihan ng stock nila, pre-slotted and blank mapa TUSQ, TUSQ XL or Black TUSQ (pang strat kasi hanap ko).
Nagtanong ako sa isang lalaki yung long-hair, sabi niya wala na daw natira pang strat. Yun nalang daw stock nila, pinapa-ubos nalang nila kasi wala naman na daw ibang parating. Di ako nakuntento kaya inisa isa ko nalang yung nakasabit :-D. Ayun, may nakita akong isang pang strat, pre-slotted na siya yung nga lang pang lefty. Naghalungkat pa ko then may nakita pa ko kaya lang blank (dunno how to cut a slot tough).
Okay lang naman, pwede naman ako magpatulong sa mga luthiers kaya lang nung sinukat ko (yep, may dala akong pang metro), 43mm. Eh yung sakin about 41mm lang. Ayun, mukang hindi talaga para sakin yung isang natira na yun. :eek:
Next time since taga Cavite naman ako, try ko sa SM Dasma hopefully this weekend.
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All the Graphtech pre-cut nuts for Strats I've seen have a 7.25" radius. Unless it matches your guitar's fretboard, it's better to just buy a blank and have your luthier cut it for you.
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All the Graphtech pre-cut nuts for Strats I've seen have a 7.25" radius. Unless it matches your guitar's fretboard, it's better to just buy a blank and have your luthier cut it for you.
Thanks for the advice man. I'll go for a blank one. :-D
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Where can i buy or how can i avail black tusq xl saddle/nut for my acoustic? TIA
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Where can i buy or how can i avail black tusq xl saddle/nut for my acoustic? TIA
Try calling up The Music Source in Alimall cubao.
they sell Graphtech products.
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tumatanggap pa din ba ng order si masterchoxter ng graphtech tusq? wala na kc available for acoustic in TMS ali mall... Tnx
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tumatanggap pa din ba ng order si masterchoxter ng graphtech tusq? wala na kc available for acoustic in TMS ali mall... Tnx
Nope. He's been inactive and M-I-A for a long time as well.
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thats too bad... is there any alternative ways to avail graphtech??
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thats too bad... is there any alternative ways to avail graphtech??
What's your location? We have Graphtech TUSQ blanks and we can make a nut for you. Send me a PM or visit our page. :-)
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Bro pm already sent. Btw i live in quezon city.