Your guitar’s tuners are key to maintaining stable tuning and precise pitch adjustments. Over time, they can loosen or wear, making tuning unreliable and frustrating. This service ensures your tuners are secure, smooth, and ready to keep your guitar perfectly in tune.
Step-by-Step Process:
- Inspection:
- I’ll carefully examine each tuner for signs of wear, looseness, or mechanical damage.
- The mounting screws, bushings, and gear mechanisms will be checked to ensure they are intact and functioning as intended.
- Tightening and Adjustment:
- Loose mounting screws and bushings will be tightened to securely anchor the tuners to the headstock.
- If tuners have adjustable tension screws, I’ll fine-tune them to provide optimal resistance for smooth and precise adjustments.
- Lubrication (if applicable):
- For tuners with exposed gears, a light application of lubrication will be added to reduce friction and ensure long-lasting smooth operation.
- Sealed tuners are inspected for functionality but do not require lubrication.
- Replacement (if necessary):
- If a tuner is broken or excessively worn, I can replace it with a high-quality part that matches the aesthetic and functionality of the original.
- I stock a range of tuners to accommodate most guitars, ensuring a quick turnaround for replacements.
- Final Testing:
- After adjustments, I’ll test each tuner to ensure it holds pitch reliably and operates smoothly during tuning.
- The entire tuning system, including the nut and bridge, will be checked to confirm optimal string alignment and tuning stability.
Benefits:
- Improved Tuning Stability: Secure, properly adjusted tuners help keep your guitar in tune, even during heavy playing or string bends.
- Enhanced Playability: Smooth tuner operation makes tuning adjustments quick and effortless.
- Prevention of Long-Term Damage: Regular maintenance prevents loose tuners from causing additional wear to the headstock or mounting holes.
This service is perfect for guitars that struggle with tuning stability or for players who want to ensure their instrument is stage- and studio-ready. With precise attention to detail, I’ll keep your tuners—and your guitar—performing their best.
