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Gear Discussion Forums => Gibson Basses => Topic started by: Geoffzilla on February 08, 2008, 06:07:14 PM

Title: Hipshot D Tuner on LP standard
Post by: Geoffzilla on February 08, 2008, 06:07:14 PM

I just bought a hipshot detuner for use on my Les Paul bass.  The model was the GB7, which is made to match grover tuners.  Everything lines up, but the post is about a quarter inch too short.  Bummer!  It works, but its a little funky.  The post wobbles a bit, and I think the string windings might be catching because of it. 
Has anyone successfully put a hipshot on their LP?  If so, was there a trick or did you use a different model?  Should I just call it a wash and use my tuner? 
Thanks,
-Geoff

Title: Re: Hipshot D Tuner on LP standard
Post by: Barklessdog on February 08, 2008, 08:12:13 PM

I can see the problem with using mahogany which is soft. The constant use would loosen the screws i would assume