Is your vintage tone machine drifting out of tune in the middle of the set? The Hipshot® Vintage Tuner Upgrade Kit is a risk-free step toward giving you consistent results from your beloved guitar.
The Grip-Lock system securely clamps the string ends so that your pitch remains right where you set it. The 11/32 [8.5mm] tuning post shank and the UMP (Universal Mount Plate) allow the upgrade kit to install on your vintage guitar with no alterations to the headstock. At the drop of a hat, your old tuning machines can be reinstalled with no evidence that you ever upgraded.15:1 tuning ratio, Enclosed tuning machines. 6 in line bass side tuners (right handed guitars). Staggered tuners gives each string the ideal break angle over the nut.
11/32 [8.5mm] headstock holes required. Included UMP (Universal Mount Plate) for 6 Inline headstocks. No drilling or special tools required. Grip-Locking option uses a pin and thumb wheel system to clamp onto your string, no wraps needed. Includes threaded bushings, spacers and screws.