The string nut is
what dictates both the spacing (or pitch) of the
strings and their height above the frets. This is a critical component
in establishing the action of the instrument. Each string nut must be cut
to the specific parameters of the neck it will be used on. There is a
popular misconception that one may buy generic nuts to fit existing
necks, if optimum results are expected, this simply is not so.
A professional
nut cut requires doing a full setup and generally follows
a leveling or dressing of the frets. This allows the nut to be finessed
down to final dimensions. A nut must be cut to specific geometric
parameters to function properly and these parameters are dictated by the
type of neck it is to be used on and the angle with which the strings
break from the nut towards the individual tuners.
If you don't have
the tools, knowledge and expertise to cut your own nut,
this operation is best left to the pros.
This ingenious nut uses ball bearings to locate the strings and ease
their movement across the nut. When used in conjunction with locking
tuning machines and moderate tremolo action, tuning issues are
significantly reduced when compared to more conventional setups.
This nut is not
intended for necks with angled peg heads as the strings
will contact the solid back portion of the nut thereby defeating the
function of the ball bearings.
LSR nuts are only
made in 1 11/16" nut width and only in right hand
version. For proper function, these nuts will only work on necks with
a
fingerboard nut radius of 9 to 10 inches (yes, they work on our compound
radius necks just fine) Satin chrome is the only finish available.
Installation of
the LSR nut requires widening the nut slot towards the
first fret to 7/32". Therefore, if you wish to change from this nut
to a
conventional nut, the old slot must be filled in this area. This can be
cosmetically unappealing and costly so it's a good idea to be sure that
you like the LSR nut before having a neck setup for it.
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