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Old 12-18-2002, 01:40 PM
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Locking Tuners?


Are Locking tuners worth it in terms of tuning stability?
I can get a set of 6 for £60, or 6 geared enclosed non locking for £22..

So are they worth the extra investment? and if they work so well at holding tuning, why doesn't every £300+ guitar have them??

Are they as stable as Locking nut/locking floyd bridge?
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Old 12-18-2002, 02:19 PM
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With a good nut (like a GraphTech), i think locking tuners are pretty great. I have Gotoh Magnum Locks on my 442R and Sperzels on my Parker, and they're both pretty stable. I like that i can change tunings quickly. Stringing up is pretty quick, too, because you don't have to wind, wind, wind and make sure your windings line up properly. (I used to do one wrap above the hole and 2-3 wraps below.) Just insert the string, pull it taut, lock, clip, tune, stretch, tune and you're done.

Why don't all giutars come with them? Some people like vintage tuners for their tone. Other people think they're more of a hassle. Others are just resistant to change.
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Old 12-18-2002, 02:29 PM
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They work great! I love them, but yeah, you'll need a good nut. I wish every guitar w/ a non-locking nut would have them.
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