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Guitar Tech Everything for building and repairing stringed instruments! Screwdriver Set Catalog 140 • Sept. 1, 2015 stewmac.com How to order, page 98 NEW: Extra handle and capture bit now available. StewMac

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Jewel-Like #4974 #4974-EP #4974-SB #0114 Vintage Tuner Knob Transluscence Better bridge pins: machined, never molded. Our bridge pins, endpins and buttons are precision-machined from Galalith, a dense and durable material used in vintage jewelry. There are none of the mold lines or distortion common to plastic parts. These pins work perfectly. They're the nicest gift you can buy your favorite guitar!

Ebony Classic. Simple. Elegant. Ivoroid Beautiful replacement Snakewood Remarkable grain pins and buttons are a for natural ivory. A dressy look and color go well on good option on any guitar. with Pre-War style. with exceptional tonewoods.

Bridge Pins and Endpins are available plain, or with inlaid pearl dots. Page 63. install your you Strap Buttons also come in white, with gold or chrome ftted mounting screws. Page 63. Where do That’s one of strap button? Vintage Tuner Knobs are also available in these materials plus black, white, cream. Page 58. the subjects Dan Erlewine has. covered in ourTrade free shop Secrets tip emails called stewmac.com 2 “TS0055” USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com search: StewMac Catalog Index How to order, page 98

Crack Repair Tools parts 83-86 Fixes the nastiest cracks! Bending iron 25 Our new Crack Repair Tools handle the toughest jobs, like Bindings & purfings 34-37, 91 a warped split in a guitar side. Blueprints (plans) 94, 95 Bindings/Inlays/

The exclusive cleat cutter produces neat, round gluing Pickguards 1. Bodies (guitar, bass) 75, 76 patches that span the crack. Books 92-95 2. The air gun works glue deep down into the split . Bridges: acoustic guitar 63, 71 The crack and its brass anchor pull the crack 3. electric guitar, bass 64-71 shut while providing the clamping force for gluing. 87, 88 Components also available separately at stewmac.com #6270 Complete set Crack banjo, , violin 85, 88, 91 Air gun requires compressed air. $93.59 clamp 87 Finishes applies Air gun tension Bridge pins 63 Calipers 8, 24 Wire Cracked Clamps 22, 23, 25, 26 top, side Dulcimer supplies 92 or back Electronics 45-55 Electronics Glue-resistant crack clamp Electronic tuners 81 Engraving supplies 37 Pin vise Files 4, 8, 10-12, 26, 27, 30, 31 Wooden Cleat cutter gluing cleat produces uniform Fingerboards 77 Hardened steel gluing cleats from Finishing supplies 40-44, 82 cleat cutter Hardware Brass anchor any tonewood Fretting supplies 8-16 pulls cleat into Glues 39, 44 gluing position Kits 96-98 Knobs 58, 60, 72 Mandolin parts 88-90 Wooden parts NEW T.J. Thompson’s Top Crack Corrector Necks: guitar, bass 75-78 T.J. Thompson, famous for his restorations of prized vintage banjo, violin 83, 91 Martins, invented this ingenious system for fixing cracks Nuts & saddles 5, 6, 7, 65, 68, 69, in delicate soundboards. Matched inner/outer cauls are 71, 86, 88, 91 pulled together by magnets to glue T.J.’s unique patching Pearl supplies 36, 37 cleats: feather-thin strips of , or .

Pickguards 38, 39, 46, 47 Accessories The inner cauls are notched to fit over soundboard braces. at stewmac.com Pickups: acoustic guitar 45, 46 See our online video: Dan Erlewine shows how it works. electric guitar, bass 46-49, 50, 67 Includes 5 clear acrylic cauls, 2 powerful magnets, and 5 spruce cleats. Extra cleats available in /rosewood/mahogany at stewmac.com banjo, mandolin, violin 46 #4610 Top Crack Corrector $125.00 Reamers 21, 26, 30, 85, 90 Resonator guitar parts 87, 88 bits 28, 32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 74 NEW Brace Gluing Cauls NEW Bridge Gluing Cauls Routing tools & jigs 28, 32, 33, 35 Banjo From T.J. Thompson: glue-resistant Glue-resistant cauls perfectly shaped to the contours Sanding tools 13, 26, 43 nylon cauls to protect guitar braces of Martin guitar bridges and bridge plates. 4, 7, 14, 15, 30, 36 String action 16 from clamps during gluing. Inner Resonator guitar/ curves fit scalloped braces. Set of 2 #4608 $30.00 String spacing rule 6 cauls includes a narrow and a wide. Strings 80, 83, 91 Ukulele #4609 $25.00 Stringwinders 80 Tailpieces: guitar 65-67, 70, 71, 87 banjo, mandolin 86, 90 NEW Knotty Guitar Blank violin 91 Mandolin/Violin Templates 14, 28, 38, 48, 68 Dulcimer Make your own knotty pine guitar or bass—when you start from this Tremolo supplies 69-71 blank, you get to choose where the knots and quirks show up! Truss rods & wrenches 19, 74, 90 One-piece rectangular blank, thickness-sanded and ready for the Tuning machines: guitar, bass 56-62 . Eastern White Pine from Ohio with a rough-and-ready mandolin 89, 90

character all its own. No need to worry about pine sap seepage: we ukulele 86 Books/DVDs kiln-bake each piece until any pitch inside is thoroughly crystalized. Tuning pegs: banjo 85 Body blank approximate dimensions: #0367 $99.00 uke, dulcimer, violin 86, 87, 91, 92 13-3/4" x 20-1/2" x 1-3/4" (349mm x 520mm x 44mm) Golden Age Knotty Pine Body Videos (DVDs) 92-98 page 76 Violin parts 91 20 Catalog #140, 2015. Printed in USA. © Stewart-MacDonald. All rights reserved. No part of this catalog may be reproduced in any form without written Wood: guitar 75-79 permission. We make reference to several registered trademarks in our catalog. This is done solely as an aid to our customers to help them determine if Stewart-MacDonald replacement parts will work in their applications. This catalog is printed on recycled paper. banjo 83 Kits If you wish to modify receipt of future mail offers from us, call 800-848-2273. In accordance with California Proposition 65, we issue the following warning mandolin, violin 88, 91 to our California customers: Some of the products in this catalog, such as certain lacquers, solvents and stains, may contain chemicals known to the State dulcimer 92 of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For additional information visit: stewmac.com/Prop65 Wrenches 18, 19, 25, 29, 71, 83, 92 Product prices and specifications are subject to change. Please visit stewmac.com for current prices. Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 3 Tools For Nut Making Save! 6 fles cutting Smooth 12 round- widths bottom slots

Essential Nut Making Set Professional tools for precision nut slotting and shaping Gauged Nut Slotting Files • Double-edge .012"/.020" nut file #4541 Try these professional edge-cut files for nut • Double-edge .026"/.032" nut file #4542 slotting and you’ll leave your needle files and • Double-edge .036"/.042" nut file #4543 makeshift tools behind! They produce round- • Double-edge .050"/.060" nut file #4544 bottom slots, so the strings can seat smoothly in • Nut & saddle shaping files #4556, below the nut without buzzing or binding. Each tem- • Gauged .010" #3570, below pered chrome-alloy steel file features twin 4" • Feeler gauge set #1811, page 7 cutting edges. Choose from a variety of widths, Double-edge • Nut & saddle vise #1816, page 20 at stewmac.com and be ready for any instrument. Among our Nut Slotting Files • String spacing rule #0673, page 6 most popular tools, these precision files help • FREE nut making instructions These durable, efficient slotting files are widely used you get the job done quickly and accurately. #5350 $209.92 Save $25.95 in guitar shops. Each 9/16" x 7-5/8" steel file cuts on Standard widths $13.73 each the rounded edges only, and tapers from the center #0821 .010" #0831 .032" to a different thickness on each edge. The set of #0823 .013" #0832 .035" six files does the work of twelve for most stringed #0827 .016" #0833 .042" instruments, including basses. Cutting edges are #0828 .020" #5313 .046" approximately 3-7/8" long. Rubber-coated handles. #0829 .024" #0834 .050" #0830 .028" #0835 .056" Edges Each fle Nut fles for bass #4541 .012"/.020" #4542 .026"/.032" tapers $16.27 each to two #4543 .036"/.042" #4551 .065" diferent #4544 .050"/.060" #5314 .085" cutting edge Gauged #4545 .075"/.090" Each thicknesses #4554 .105" #4546 .105"/.120" $27.34 Saws Pull-cut teeth You can quickly for smoother jam-free sawing at stewmac.com Tip: You can rock a nut slotting fle back and rough-in new nut slots forth while cutting, to form a slightly wider slot with these low-profile pull-cut saws, and save your for “in between” string gauges. nut files to refine the depth and width. Handy for Nut trimming nuts, saddles and other small parts, too. Seating Each saw has a 5" x 7/16" steel blade with 22 teeth Files Guitar foss! per inch, and a turned wooden handle. You can Mitchell #3570 .010" #3573 .025" quickly #3571 .015" #3574 .030" #3606 Set of 5 Cord $42.81 Save $5.29 and easily Medium #3572 .020" $9.62 each clean and cut Try polishing nut slots with Mitchell Abrasive a neck’s nut Smooth mounting surfaces with sides Cord. It helps the strings move smoothly, for more these sturdy files. The 4" accurate and reliable tuning. Use it in metal bridge Nut & saddle string notches to help prevent premature Saddle fine and med ium-tooth Fine cut surfaces cut only the string breakage, too. Mitchell Abrasive Cord is Shaping Files bottom of the gluing area, leaving the walls of the coated with durable silicon carbide microgrit. Special files for nut channel smooth. For a snug and accurate fit, • Smoothes nut and bridge roughing-in and each file is slightly narrower than the nut width. slots to end string buzz fine-shaping nuts 7-3/8" long, with rubber-coated handles. • Cleans screw threads and saddles. Each #5055 For 1/8"-wide nut ...... $23.10 • Smoothes the string 10" steel file has a rubber-coated handle #5056 For 3/16"-wide nut ...... $25.33 slots in bridge pin holes and two different 5-3/4" x 1/4" cutting surfaces. #5057 For 1/4"-wide nut ...... $39.66 12-foot roll Each The set of two gives you four cuts in all: coarse, #6125 .015", 200-grit $6.10 medium, fine and extra fine. The narrow 1/8" edges #6126 .018", 200-grit $5.95 at stewmac.com have no teeth. You can quickly refine a blank nut #6127 .030", 200-grit $5.95 to a graceful shape, ready for final polishing. #6128 .055", 150-grit $5.95 #4556 Set of 2 $29.57 Graphite lubricant in a handy paste Tap-Ease™ Apply in nut slots Cutting Lubricant File Cleaning Brush for smoother tuning. Each Each, 6+ Apply like a crayon to saw blades Brass bristles quickly clean fine-cut files. 1/4-ounce container. #3413 $6.82 $5.46 and files to reduce friction, for smoother cuts and 3/4" x 1-5/8" with steel finger grip. Great for tremolo pivot points and truss rod threads, too! less chatter. Helps extend tool life. #1681 $6.85 #0825 $11.50

4 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Bone Nuts & Saddles Shaped or blank Nuts & Bone has been traditionally favored for quality instruments. We ofer Saddles bleached-white and harder unbleached vintage-look bone. Shaped nuts and saddles save time and work. The top of each nut and saddle (and the bottom of the Fender-style nut) are radiused. Shaped & Slotted Minor trimming, slotting and sanding are usually all you’ll need to do. Bone Nuts & Saddles Blank nuts and saddles are oversize in length and height. Genuine “Saves me up to an hour per job. Final trimming, fling, sanding and slotting are needed. bone tone, My favorite for great tone, too.” with less work! —Erick Coleman, tech advisor These super-hard vintage-look unbleached bone Bone bridge saddles for acoustic guitars nuts are StewMac exclusives, researched by our Each, Each, repair experts from factory specs. The starter slots Nut Making DVD Length x height x thickness Each 12+ 24+ make final filing easy, and proportional spacing page 95 Blank, 4-1/4" x 15/32" x 3/32" #6030 Bleached bone $4.99 $4.29 $3.69 #6030-V Unbleached bone $6.97 $5.99 $5.16 means thicker strings won’t feel crowded to the player. Minor trimming, filing and sanding are Blank, 4-1/4" x 15/32" x 9/64" #6031 Bleached bone $6.17 $5.31 $4.57 usually all you’ll need to do. Players love the tone, #6031-V Unbleached bone $8.55 $7.35 $6.33 and repair shops love the time savings.

Blank, 4" x 1/2" x 1/4" #6032 Bleached bone $10.25 $8.81 $7.58 Slotted/shaped nuts for ® guitars #6032-V Unbleached bone $13.25 $11.39 $9.80 A 1-13/32" (6012-VS) A D A 1-21/64" (6013-VS) Shaped, 4-1/4" x 25/64" x 3/32" Bleached bone B 23/64" (6012-VS) #6033 $12.34 $10.61 $9.13 B B 21/64" (6013-VS) Martin-style, 20" top radius #6033-V Unbleached bone $12.79 $11.00 $9.46 C 1-3/4" (6012-VS) C C 1-45/64" (6013-VS) Shaped, 4" x 25/64" x 1/8" #6034 Bleached bone $12.95 $11.14 $9.58 String D 3/16" (all) Gibson-style, 10" top radius #6034-V Unbleached bone $12.95 $11.14 $9.58 Radius spread Each Each, 12+ Each, 24+ #6012-VS 12" Standard $15.45 $13.29 $11.43 #6013-VS 12" Narrow $15.45 $13.29 $11.43 ® 3/16" bone nuts for Gibson guitars Each, Each, END Length x height x thickness Each 12+ 24+ Slotted/shaped nuts for Fender guitars SIDE #6010 Bleached bone $4.40 $3.78 $3.26 Blank, 2-3/16" x 7/16" x 3/16" A D A 1-13/32" (all) #6010-V Unbleached bone $5.96 $5.13 $4.41 B 15/64" (6001-VS, 6004-VS) B B 7/32" (6002-VS, 6003-VS) C 1-45/64" (all) Shaped, 1-5/8" x 21/64" x 3/16" #6011 Bleached bone $10.95 $9.42 $8.10 C D 1/8" (all) END with 12" top radius #6011-V Unbleached bone $11.95 $10.28 $8.84 Top Bottom SIDE radius radius Each Each, 12+ Each, 24+ Shaped, 1-45/64" x 21/64" x 3/16" #6012 Bleached bone $10.95 $9.42 $8.10 #6001-VS 7-1/4" 7-1/4" $14.98 $12.88 $11.09 with 12" top radius #6012-V Unbleached bone $11.95 $10.28 $8.84 #6004-VS 7-1/4" Flat $14.98 $12.88 $11.09 #6002-VS 10" 10" $14.98 $12.88 $11.09 1/4" bone nuts for Martin & classical guitars #6003-VS 10" Flat $14.98 $12.88 $11.09 Each, Each, END Length x height x thickness Each 12+ 24+ Slotted/shaped nuts for Martin guitars SIDE #6020 Bleached bone $4.95 $4.26 $3.66 Blank, 2-3/16" x 7/16" x 1/4" A C A 1-17/32" (6023-VS) #6020-V Unbleached bone $6.75 $5.80 $4.99 A 1-15/32" (6025-VS) D B 1-13/16" (6023-VS) Shaped, 1-13/16" x 3/8" x 1/4" #6022 Bleached bone $11.20 $9.63 $8.29 B 1-23/32" (6025-VS) B C 1/4" (all) 18" top radius; angled bottom Unbleached bone D 21/64" (all) TOP #6022-V $112.25 $10.53 $9.06 END Flat Neck bottom Radius width Each Each, 12+ Each, 24+ SIDE Shaped, 1-13/16" x 21/64" x 1/4" #6023 Bleached bone $11.20 $9.63 $8.29 18" top radius; flat bottom #6023-V Unbleached bone $12.25 $10.53 $9.06 #6023-VS 18" 1-3/4" $15.55 $13.37 $11.51 #6025-VS 18" 1-11/16" $15.55 $13.37 $11.51

1/8" bone nuts for Fender guitars & basses A C A 1-17/32" (6022-VS) Each, Each, A 1-15/32" (6024-VS) B 1-13/16" (6022-VS) END Length x height x thickness Each 12+ 24+ D B 1-23/32" (6024-VS) SIDE #6000 Bleached bone $3.58 $3.08 $2.65 C 1/4" (all) Blank, 1-7/8" x 9/32" x 1/8" B #6000-V Unbleached bone $4.22 $3.63 $3.12 D 13/32" (all) Angled bottom Neck Shaped, 1-45/64" x 3/16" x 1/8" #6001 Bleached bone $9.15 $7.87 $6.77 & sides Radius width Each Each, 12+ Each, 24+

END 7-1/4" top and bottom radius #6001-V Unbleached bone $9.48 $8.15 $7.02 #6022-VS 18" 1-3/4" $15.55 $13.37 $11.51 SIDE #6024-VS 18" 1-11/16" $15.55 $13.37 $11.51 Shaped, 1-45/64" x 3/16" x 1/8" #6002 Bleached bone $9.15 $7.87 $6.77 10" top and bottom radius #6002-V Unbleached bone $9.48 $8.15 $7.02 Shaped bridge saddles Compensated for B string. C A 13/32" (all) END 3/16" bone nut for & square neck ® B 4-1/4" (6033-VS) Each, Each, A B 4" (6034-VS) SIDE Length x height x thickness Each 12+ 24+ C 3/32" (6033-VS) B C 1/8" (6034-VS) Blank, 2-1/8" x 3/4" x 3/16" #1526 Bleached bone $11.24 $9.67 $8.32 Radius Shape Each Each, 12+ Each, 24+ #6033-VS 20" Martin $15.63 $13.44 $11.57 #6034-VS 10" Gibson® $13.42 $11.54 $9.93

® Banjo & Mandolin Micarta Nut & Saddle Blanks Nut Blanks Aged ivory color, with uniform density Bone is 2-3/16" x 7/16" that’s ideal for use with undersaddle x 3/16"; pearl is 1-1/4" pickups (a bit softer than bone). Shap- Each, Each, x 5/16" x 3/16". Each 12+ 24+ ing and slotting required. Each, Each, #6010 Bleached bone.....$4.40 $3.78 $3.26 Length x height x thickness Each 12+ 36+ #6010-V Unbleached bone $5.96 $5.13 $4.41 #0187 Nut 1-7/8" x 9/32" x 1/8" $2.65 $2.25 $1.85 #0219 Mother-of-pearl* $9.98 $8.58 $7.39 #0218 Nut 2-3/16" x 7/16" x 3/16" $3.67 $3.12 $2.57 #0083 Bone banjo 5th string nut, #0210 Nut 2-3/16" x 7/16" x 1/4" $4.45 $3.78 $3.11 1/4" x 1/8" diameter ...... $2.22 $1.89 $1.55 #0211 Saddle 4-1/8" x 15/32" x 1/8" $3.67 $3.12 $2.57 * Pearl cannot be shipped outside the USA

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 5 Tools, Nuts & Saddles ZerO Glide Nuts Easy installation! The zero fret approach reduces string contact in the nut by 93%. Strings glide freely on the polished fret, and return to tune fast and reliably. No cutting or changing

Tools your guitar required, you can switch back to your conventional nut if you ever feel like it. Fretboard radius is not an issue: choose the ZerO Glide that fits your guitar, and the zero fret flexes to conform to your fretboard. Available preslotted Revolutionize for most string spacings, and unslotted for any situation. $30.00 Each Top String your setups! Preslotted Length Height Thickness Radius Spread #7030-F ZS-7F for Fender 1-11/16" 13/64" 7/64" 9.5" 1-3/8" #7030-G ZS-1 for Gibson 1-51/64" 15/32" 15/64" 12" 1-7/16" Nut #7030-M ZS-3 for Martin* 1-49/64" 15/32" 15/64" 16" 1-23/64" Slotting #7030-T ZS-5 for Taylor 1-51/64" 15/32" 15/64" 16" 1-13/32" Gauge NEW #7030-D ZS-14 for Dreadnought 1-3/4" 15/32" 15/64" 16" 1-15/32" NEW #7030-000 ZS-15 for 000 Guitar 1-3/4" 15/32" 15/64" 16" 1-33/64" The Nut Slotting NEW #7030-CL ZS-CL for Classical 2-1/8" 7/16" 13/64" Flat 1-45/64" Gauge quickly and Top precisely measures NEW Unslotted Length Height Thickness Radius the heights of the #7030-FB ZB-12F for Fender 1-11/16" 13/64" 7/64" 9.5" strings over the #7030-GB ZB-2 for Gibson 1-25/32" 15/32" 15/64" 12" first fret, so you #7030-MB ZB-4 for Martin* 1-57/64" 15/32" 15/64" 16" can file nut slots #7030-TB ZB-6 for Taylor 1-55/64" 15/32" 15/64" 16" at stewmac.com more accurately #7030-12 ZB-11 for 12-string 2" 15/32" 15/64" 16" than ever before. That means easier, more con- *Please note these are flat-bottomed Martin nuts, not angled-bottom nuts. sistant playability that you can custom-tailor to individual instruments and playing styles. The Tusq XL® & Black Tusq XL® nuts from Graph Tech gauge eliminates guesswork—no more “eyeball- Self lubricating As strings move in a highly resonant ing” string heights—and it’s faster and easier Tusq XL® or Black Tusq XL® nut during bends and tremolo to use than feeler gauges. Designed by Don action, microscopic Teflon®, more slippery than MacRostie, it utilizes a swiveling dial indicator graphite, lets them return to pitch accurately. with adjustable zero point, accurate to .001". Trimming and slotting are required unless noted. The machined brass base fits over the strings Top String to rest on the fretboard. The gauge works Black Tusq XL® Length Height Thickness Radius Spread Each Each, 6+ Each 12+ with most guitars, and (see #1865 For Fender, unslotted 1-3/4" 1/4" 1/8" 10" – $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 our bass model below). Instructions included. #1884 For Fender, slotted 1-3/4" 1/4" 1/8" 7-1/4" 1-3/8" $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 #1865 and #1884 have flat bottom. #2003 $59.94 #1866 For Fender, slotted 1-11/16" 7/32" 1/8" 7-1/4" 1-3/8" $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 1. Touch the 2. Press the string #1866 has a curved bottom with center foot for a flat slot; file it off for a curved slot. plunger to onto the fret #1868 For Gibson,® unslotted 1-29/32" 3/8" 3/16" 12" – $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 the string and read ® 90 90 #1869 For Gibson, slotted 1-3/4" 11/32" 3/16" 16" 1-7/16" $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 and turn 80 0 the exact 80 0 the dial 70 10 string 70 10 #1873 For , slotted 1-23/32" 11/32" 1/4" 15" 1-3/8" $13.35 $7.08 $6.41

to zero. 60 height. 60 20 20 Top String 50 30 50 30 ® 40 40 Tusq XL (ivory color) Length Height Thickness Radius Spread Each Each, 6+ Each 12+ #1890 For Fender, unslotted 1-3/4" 1/4" 1/8" 10" – $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 #1890 has a flat bottom. #1891 For Fender, slotted 1-11/16" 3/16" 1/8" 7-1/4" 1-3/8" $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 #1891 has a curved bottom with center foot for a flat slot; file it off for a curved slot. #1892 For Gibson,® unslotted 1-29/32" 3/8" 3/16" 12" – $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 3. File the nut slot depth until the dial reads the desired height. #1893 For Gibson,® slotted 1-3/4" 3/8" 3/16" 16" 1-7/16" $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 Teflon® is a registered trademark of DuPont.

Bass Nut Slotting Gauge Tusq® nuts & saddles from Graph Tech The larger brass base is machined Tusq® advanced high-density polymer is designed to transfer string energy more to fit bass string spacings. efficiently, for enhanced harmonics, volume and sustain. Uniform density makes ® #2006 $68.47 Tusq saddles ideal for use with undersaddle pickups. Final trimming required. Top String Tusq® nuts Length Height Thickness Radius Spread Each Each, 6+ Each 12+ #4750 For Fender, slotted 1-11/16" 3/16" 1/8" 7-1/4" 1-3/8" $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 #1883 For Fender, slotted 1-3/4" 1/4" 1/8" 7-1/4" 1-3/8" $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 #3551 and #4750 have curved bottom; #1883 is flat. #4750 has center foot for a flat slot; file it off for a curved slot. Speeds nut #1885 For Gibson,® slotted 1-3/4" 11/32" 3/16" 16" 1-7/16" $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 slotting jobs String Lifter #1874 For Epiphone, slotted 1-3/4" 3/8" 1/4" 14" 1-3/8" $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 Rolfe Ger- Tusq® bridge saddles for acoustic guitar (Measure your saddle slot width before ordering.) hardt inspired this Length Height Thickness Top Radius String compensation Each Each, 6+ Each 12+ time-saving little #3559 2-29/32" 3/8" 3/32" 20" – $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 tool for nut slotting #3557 3-1/32" 7/16" 1/8" 14" – $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 work: slip it under #3558 2-13/16" 13/32" 1/8" 12" B string $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 the string in front #1880 2-7/8" 7/16" 1/8" 10" Fully compensated $13.35 $7.08 $6.41 of the nut, and quickly lever the string up out of the way. You won’t have to loosen the string, and FREE online Nut slot depth tip: The slot for you can quickly reseat it to check the slot depth. Nut & Saddle Vise instructions! an unwound string should be the Extra-tall beveled jaws No tedious retunings. Fits any string up to .062". Making a Nut same depth as the string’s diameter. make nut and saddle Each Each, 3+ Step-by-Step A wound string’s slot depth should fling easier. A StewMac #4803 $4.79 $4.26 stewmac.com/nuts be half the diameter. exclusive. Page 20

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Mark the two Tools outer string positions Tools Nut “The best possible scrapers for builders of arched instruments.” —Al Carruth, luthier Find the two String Spacing Rule slots that match The String Spacing Rule does all the math for at stewmac.com your marks you: proportional slot spacing automatically Nut compensates for string diameters, from treble to bass, so the strings won’t seem crowded to Hollowground STRING SPACING RULE the player. Simply pencil the string positions with 2 cutting through the rule and onto the nut, or scribe edges accurate starter grooves for nut files. Laser-cut The rule shows the other slots wrap around both edges of the rule in string positions a continuous scale. Use the rule for notch- Accurate string spacing without ing bridge saddles and laying out bridge pin calipers, calculators or shop rulers Nut Rectangle holes too: it’s made of flexible stainless steel Our thanks to luthier Kevin Ryan for creating

STRING SPACING RULE to conform to flat or arched surfaces. Instruc- this ingenious tool. Original Mini tions included. #0673 $20.95 Revolutionary wood surfacing tools

Fumble-free nut slot 3613 StewMac Ultimate Scrapers depth control At 1/8" thick, these revolutionary scrapers refined by luthier Al Carruth are much beefier 3612 3617 than standard scraper blades. They’re stiffer, and hollowground with two cutting edges, so they work in both directions without flexing, and with less chattering. That saves time and Legendary effort. The tempered tool steel holds a more craftsmanship durable edge, too. Ultimate scrapers do an out- 3614 and efciency standing job of smoothing surfaces, Japanese purflings, bindings and more. The shapes are refined for contouring and graduating arched Safe Slot™ Nut Guard Pull-cut Saws tops and backs, as well as for smoothing flat Don MacRostie devised this ingenious tool to surfaces. Instructions for sharpening included. Western saws work by pushing; make filing nut slots fast and fumble-free. It keeps #0631 Original, 3-3/4" x 1-11/16" $30.95 your feeler gauges aligned and snug on the fret- Japanese handsaw teeth are #0632 Mini, 2-1/2" x 1-1/2" ...... $24.45 board for accuracy, and leaves your hands free to angled for pull-cutting. Pulling #0623 Rectangle/concave, 3-7/16" x file. Simply measure your first fret height helps keep the blade taut, enabling a thinner blade 1-13/16"; three straight edges and add the string clearance you for finer cuts—a plus for making dovetail tenons, plus a concave 20"-radius edge $30.95 need. Slide the appropriate for example. The resulting reduced weight makes feeler gauges into the work less tiring. These saws feature high quality steel yoke, snug them alloy steel blades and traditional bamboo handles. Depth-stop Mini Bits down to the fretboard Dozuki cross-cut saw .011" blade with 9-1/2" cut When that little tuner like a capo, and file the and arched steel spine for stiffness; depth tapers from mounting screw breaks slots. Now you can’t go too 2-1/16" to 1-5/8". Kerfed .015" teeth. 11-3/4" rattan- off, you’ll wish you had used the right size deep, and the strings will wrapped handle for good grip. #3613 $41.95 match the fretboard curvature. at stewmac.com bit! Here’s a versatile The pivoting caul adapts to most Flush-cut saw Flexible .015" blade with 6-1/4" 7-piece mini bit set for neck contours, and has finish-friendly felt padding. cut. Great for trimming for relocating avoiding catastrophes when you’re installing tun- Safe Slot works for fingerboards up to 2-1/16" wide. tuners or bridge studs. 7" handle. ers, pickguards, string trees, truss rod covers, and more. Each bit is color-coded with a movable plas- #1821 Safe Slot only $37.90 #3614 $24.53 #1823 With #1811 Feeler Gauges (below) $67.79 Super fne-cut saw Featherweight mini back- tic depth stop (you don’t want to drill completely saw with razor-thin .0075" blade, 2-5/16" edge and through your peghead, do you?). 1/2" depth. Close-tolerance cuts for soundboard Depth stop Feeler braces, linings and more. 5-1/16" handle. Diameter color Great for small #1710 1/16"/.063" Purple hardware! Gauge #3617 $34.30 #1711 No.50/.070" White Set Curved-edge mini saw A wooden-handle #1712 5/64"/.078" Blue that’s great for trimming installed braces, #1717 Complete #1713 No.44/.086" Pink set of 7 cleaning fret slots over a guitar body, and more. #1714 3/32"/.094" Green $33.81 Save $2.94 2-5/8" x 7/8" x .0085" blade. #3612 $24.90 #1715 No.38/.101" Yellow #1716 7/64"/.109" Black $5.25 each Here’s a set of 6" x 1/2" steel gauges that every guitar shop should have. It’s useful for checking BIG time savers for string-to-fret clearances and fret slot width; for spot fretboard work hardware installation work, and for shop tool setup. It’s a time-tested way to help control nut Mini String Spreaders slot depths, too: stack the appropriate gauges on Glue a loose fret, file a high spot the fretboard, against the front edge of the nut, on a fret, tap a fret end down, or and file the slot down to the top of the stack. The clean a fingerboard, without removing the strings. set includes .016", .018", .020", .022", .024", .026", Each mini string spreader is made of tough nylon for .028", .030", .032", .034" and .040" thicknesses. long life. 1-3/16" x 5/8" x 1/4" tall; grooved for non- #1811 Set of 11 $29.89 slip positioning on a fret. #1191 Set of 2 $3.95

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 7 Tools & Fretwire

Order fretwire by the pound for tidy savings! at stewmac.com Our bulk fretwire is supplied in convenient clear storage tubes, Luthier’s to keep your wire organized and your uncluttered. You’ll save 50% or more when you order fretwire by the pound. Digital Instrument makers and repair shops rely on us for the highest Caliper quality 18% nickel-silver fretwire. We supply our fretwire Essential shop in 2-foot straight lengths. Order 6 feet for a complete guitar gauge also or bass fret job, and 4 feet for a mandolin, banjo or ukulele. measures fret Our fretwire is sized to Width height ft .023" fret slot width. Crown Our caliper features a custom jaw notch for measuring Note that after frets are installed fretwire crown height (the height above the fingerboard). and leveled, they can lose from Tang This is a must for comparing new wire to the original wire. .004" to .010" in height. Thanks to a great idea by repairman Frank Ford, we’ve also added a notch on the depth gauge to measure fret height on Medium fretwire .080" to .095" width the instrument. Handy for lots of other jobs in your shop as Medium widths are used extensively by Martin, Fender and Gibson,® and are the well, the caliper gives LCD readouts in inches or millimeters. most popular fretwire sizes. #0148 medium fretwire is our best seller. It measures outside, inside and depth dimensions up to 6" Width .084" Medium/medium for acoustic or electric Each Each, 3+ (154mm), with super-accurate .0005" (.01mm) resolution. Crown .039" #0148 guitar. Our most popular wire for fretting #0148 2 feet $3.86 $3.28 The stainless steel jaws can be locked at any position. Stor- Tang .055" Martin, Fender, Gibson® and other guitars. #0148-LB 1 pound (68 feet) age case included. #0447 $48.70 $49.75 $42.29

Width .095" #0141 Medium/high for acoustic or electric guitar. Each Each, 3+ Crown .045" This size can often be redressed without #0141 2 feet $4.64 $3.94 Tang .073" becoming too flat. #0141-LB 1 pound (52 feet) $48.61 $41.32 Fret Each Each, 3+ Beveling Files Width .092" #0152 Medium/higher for acoustic or electric Crown .048" guitar. Extra width with extra crown height. #0152 2 feet $4.74 $4.03 Low-friction fles Tang .062" A Dan Erlewine favorite. #0152-LB 1 pound (54 feet) for fret ends $43.00 $36.55 A more consistent Each Each, 3+ Width .080" #0155 Medium/highest for acoustic or electric way to the ends of Crown .050" guitar. Extra height for leveling and re- #0155 2 feet $4.65 $3.95 the frets before final hand- Tang .048" crowning after installation or refretting. #0155-LB 1 pound (60 feet) dressing. Each 1-1/2" x 1-3/4" at stewmac.com $52.37 $44.51 low-friction block holds a removable fine-tooth flat file at the proper angle to smoothly bevel all the fret ends along Wide fretwire .100" to .110" width the edge of the fingerboard. Much easier and safer than a Favored for string bending; used on many modern electric guitars and basses. handheld file. The 3-3/4" model is for shorter fingerboards, ® (Late ’50s Gibson .098" jumbo fretwire is medium by modern standards.) and for spot-filing partial refrets. Width .110" #0150 Wide/highest for electric guitar or bass. Each Each, 3+ #3759 Both sizes Replacement flat Crown .053" Modern jumbo fretwire as used on ESP, #0150 2 feet $5.45 $4.63 35° $112.64 Save $5.93 #0150-LB 1 pound (44 feet) files are available Tang .074" Jackson, , Kramer and similar guitars. at stewmac.com Length $47.49 $40.37 Made exclusively Fret #3760 3-3/4" $50.46 Each Each, 3+ for us by #3775 7-1/2" $68.11 Width .100" #0154 Wide/high for electric guitar or bass. Extra Fretboard Crown .050" height for leveling and recrowning after #0154 2 feet $5.51 $4.68 Tang .060" installation or refretting. #0154-LB 1 pound (46 feet) $48.37 $41.11

Width .103" #0149 Wide/medium for electric guitar or bass. Each Each, 3+ 2nd edition Crown .046" Taller than old Gibson ® jumbo wire; for #0149 2 feet $5.00 $4.25 Questions about Tang .067" leveling new frets and retaining jumbo feel. #0149-LB 1 pound (50 feet) Fret Work fretting? $47.60 $40.46 Step-By-Step Look here frst! Page 92 in this catalog Width .106" #0146 Wide/low for electric guitar. Much lower Each Each, 3+ Crown .036" height than modern rock frets. Good for #0146 2 feet $4.23 $3.60 Tang .074" partial fret jobs, to match large worn frets. #0146-LB 1 pound (56 feet) $47.60 $40.46 Fret Polishing Wheels Width .110" #0158 Wide pyramid for electric guitar or bass. A Each Each, 3+ Crown .052" #0158 2 feet $5.47 $4.65 Add a final pro touch to your little extra height, and a unique profile with fret jobs. Mount one of these Tang .074" more steeply sloped sides. #0158-LB 1 pound (44 feet) $45.80 $38.93 ceramic wheels a with 1/8" man- drel in the Foredom handpiece Narrow fretwire .053" to .080" width (pages 33), and lightly Narrow fretwire sizes were used on pre-World War II acoustic guitars, and are the edge with a small round file. used on modern banjos, mandolins, and dulcimers. Move the spinning edge along the crowned fret to polish gently Width .080" Narrow/medium Standard modern banjo Each Each, 3+ #0147 Crown .040" #0147 2 feet $3.94 $3.35 for a mirror-like shine. Makes and dulcimer wire; a bit larger than vintage Frets play smoother Tang .062" Martin guitar wire or old banjo wire. #0147-LB 1 pound (70 feet) frets feel great and play super- $52.46 $44.59 and feel great! smooth. Width .053" Each Each, 3+ #5269 Complete outfit ...... $16.25 #0764 Narrow/low Modern standard mandolin Crown .037" fretwire. Sometimes used to approximate #0764 2 feet $3.04 $2.58 #5266 Fine wheels (green), pkg. of 5...... $6.50 Tang .054" old style small banjo fretwire. #0764-LB 1 pound (96 feet) #5267 Extra-fine wheels (white), pkg. of 5 $6.50 $54.98 $46.73 #5268 , 1/8"-dia. shank ...... $3.25

8 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com StewMac Fret Presses solve every fretting situation. Fretting Why press frets? Because you can get more consistent results. Pressed-in frets are less likely to Tools have loose ends and uneven heights—there’s none of the recoil produced by hammer blows. Tools

Spring- Lock screw Fret press caul set Use your drill press! #4365 Set $54.29 loaded lever for clamping Caul won’t glued frets Self-leveling; 3/8" shank. Includes 6", 7-1/4", Save $9.58 fall and dent 9-1/2", 12" and 16"-radius inserts. #4366 Caul only $41.62 your work

“My favorite fretting tool.” —Dan Erlewine Our original Benchtop Jaws fretting handheld fret press factory! Self- Fret an entire bolt-on neck, or leveling most of an acoustic neck, FAST caul with Jaws was developed by fretting expert Dan Erle wine, for better radiused inserts control of the pressure needed to seat a fret. It eliminates clamp setups, so fret jobs go faster. Jaws features a self-leveling upper You can move quickly down the neck. Multiple Jaws tools make Table caul and adjusts easily to any neck. It includes glue-in fret jobs fast, too. with interchangeable 2-1/2" grooved brass inserts Quickly fret for popular fretboard radii (a 6"-radius insert at stewmac.com new unglued holds down the fret ends for gluing). fngerboards #4381 Jaws fret press with 5 radiused inserts $255.95 Fret Arbor Press System Includes 6", 7-1/4", 9-1/2", 12" and 16" radii. at stewmac.com Additional radii available separately below. You can can quickly and consistently fret an unglued Jaws fret press only fingerboard, a bolt-on neck, and most of an acous- #4380 $233.70 tic guitar neck with our cast steel arbor press and self-leveling steel fretting caul. Four interchange- able 2-1/2" grooved brass inserts match standard Jaws2 Damage-free fretting over acoustic bodies fretboard radii, and a 6"-radius insert holds down Don’t hammer frets over an unsupported soundboard! Jaws2’s special cauls take the fret ends for gluing. The adjustable steel pin- the stress off the guitar top, so you can safely press the frets in the slots. Jaws2 was ion provides firm pressure. conceived and refined by fretting experts Bryan Galloup and Dan Erle wine. Five Versatile table. The system includes a 24-3/8" interchangeable grooved brass inserts fit over a variety of fretwire radii. Also included x 3" table attachment with fence. Adjustment are a contoured wooden caul to span the braces inside a Martin-style guitar, a flat screws move the table to precisely align the frets caul you can shape to fit over other bracings, and a felt-lined radiused caul for the with the arbor caul. back of the neck. Internal magnets hold the cauls on the clamp jaw—no fumbling. Faster fretting for #4266 Jaws2 with 5 radiused inserts $126.19 Save $5.26 production work. The Includes 6", 7-1/4", 9-1/2", 12" and 16" radii. fence has a retractable Additional radii available separately below. index pin for our Dual #4267 Jaws2 fret press only $109.20 Fret Scale Templates Includes three wooden lower cauls. (page 14). Attach a slotted unglued fingerboard to a matching template Extra wooden lower cauls with double-stick tape; fret slots automatically #4268 Flat caul...... $10.95 align under the arbor. #4269 Neck caul ...... $13.95 Fret glued-on #4270 Soundhole caul $12.95 fngerboards, too. Our contoured 12" x 2-3/4" x 1" cork- lined wooden neck support is included. Radiused inserts for all our fret presses. #4481 Complete: arbor, table, neck support, Jaws Deluxe Set Radius Radius Radius and 5 radiused inserts $171.15 Save $14.88 Includes both Jaws fret presses. #4367 6" #4370 10" #4373 16" Inserts have 6", 7-1/4", 9-1/2", 12" and 16" radii. #4276 $320.19 Save $27.84 #4368 7-1/4" #4371 12" #4374 20" Additional sizes available separately at right. Includes 6", 7-1/4", 9-1/2", 12" Grooved brass, #4369 9-1/2" #4372 14" #4375 Flat #4480 Arbor press only, with table .....$110.89 and 16" radiused inserts. 2-1/2" wide. $4.45 each #4479 Wooden neck support only ...... $11.27

StewMac Fret Buck Reset loose fret ends Shock absorber for over-the-body fretting Fret Setter Now a StewMac exclusive! The Fret Buck was This 5" brass tool is grooved originally developed by , as a shock to fit over a fret; simply tap absorber for hammering frets over the body of an it with a hammer to reseat acoustic guitar. Made of sturdy cast iron, it rests over loose fret ends quickly. No the guitar’s shoulders on finish-friendly cork linings. unstringing! Use it to hand- An adjustable clamp reaches through the soundhole press a loose fret end while to provide firm support beneath the fingerboard, your super glue sets, too. eliminating the need to widen the slots and glue in the frets. The Fret Buck is more affordable than ever, and a valuable addition to your shop! We also added a sliding cork-lined foot to the adjustable clamp, so #1662 For jumbo fretwire Each the Fret Buck now works for a wider range of guitars #1665 For medium fretwire $22.95 and bracings. #0600 $139.90

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 9 Fretting Tools Fret & Fingerboard Leveling Tools Fret levelers give the frets uniform height. The process slightly fattens the tops Tools of the frets, to prepare them for dressing tools that restore roundness.

18" length Radius-sanding Beam gets the job You can create a constant radius on an done fast unfretted fingerboard, or level installed frets with this unique professional tool. The 2-3/4" wide x 18" extruded aluminum block is comfortable to r hold, and its stiffness and precisely machined radius Attach assure accuracy that’s not possible with a wooden block Stikit™ abrasive of the same length. We designed this tool for a lifetime of use in the busy shop. Attach 220/320-grit Stikit™ (page 43) for fret leveling, and 80/120-grit for shaping the fingerboard. Fast, consistent fret leveling #5640 7-1/4" radius #5644 14" radius and fngerboard radiusing Essential at stewmac.com #5641 9-1/2" radius #5645 16" radius Tip: It’s a great clamping #5642 10" radius #5646 20" radius caul for glue-in fret jobs, too. Fretting Tool Set #5643 12" radius $136.15 each The basic tools you’ll need for at stewmac.com installing, leveling, crowning, and inspecting frets Fret cutter #0619, page 13 at stewmac.com Fret & Fingerboard Deadblow fretting hammer #1296, page 13 Levelers 6" fret leveler #0862, page 10 r Double-edge fret fle #4491, page 12 Fast, accurate leveling tools for professional shops. Each heavyweight rectangular 1" x 2" steel tube is Attach Fret end dressing fle #1175, page 11 Stikit™ Dressing stick #1939, page 11 precisely ground for flatness on the narrow sides. abrasive Attach 220/320-grit Stikit™ abrasive (page 43) Fret Rocker #3770, page 16 to quickly level the frets, or use 80 or 120-grit to #4577 8" $37.88 Fret Work book #1550 page 92 Precision- ground level an unfretted fingerboard. The tool’s edges #4578 16" $49.36 #3125 Complete set for fatness are smooth to prevent gouging. #4579 24" $77.55 $208.14 SAVE $36.73 Fret & Fingerboard Leveling Files Includes Our fret leveling files have single- cut no-chatter teeth that do the job Fret Work quickly and smoothly. They’re great Step-By-Step for beveling the fret ends, too. The 2nd edition fingerboard leveler is a double-cut file for ebony, rosewood and pearl The defnitive inlays. Each file is 1" wide with a fretting book. comfortable hardwood handle. The #0861 Fret leveler, 3" ...... $37.44 Great techniques, tips, tools and tricks! Get a handle on fret work! 6" length is for general use, and the #0862 Fret leveler, 6" ...... $41.34 3" length is for spot leveling. #0864 Fingerboard leveler, 6" $41.34

Learn Snapfle Leveling System from a pro, with Unique 4-in-1 tool with magnets for fast fle swaps Dan Erlewine’s DVDs Our all-purpose fret/fingerboard leveler features interchangeable files: one tool does the work of four. We gave the handle a hefty Fret Basics Fret dressing and weight, to work more efficiently with less chatter. Made of anod- refretting using basic tools. ized aluminum for lifetime durability, it’s shaped to fit either hand. Advanced Fretting Vol. 1 Strong magnets are embedded in the recessed bottom: files snap Dan is the world’s In-depth acoustic and in and snap out, fast and easy. Saves space in your tool drawer. best known guitar electric refretting techniques. 300-grit diamond-coated repair expert. Read file levels frets smoothly in more about Dan’s Advanced Fretting Vol. 2 #2256 Complete $179.02 Save $22.13 both directions. DVDs on page 95. Tips and techniques from expert . #2251 Magnetic handle only ....$44.80 Standard fret leveling file #2252 Diamond leveling file.....$52.80 features chatter-free #2253 Standard leveling file .....$31.20 single-cut teeth. #5614 All 3 DVDs $134.85 #2254 Razor leveling file...... $41.15 Super-sharp chemically- Save $15.00 #2255 Fret end beveling file .....$31.20 machined razor file levels #5611 Fret Basics ...... $49.95 fingerboards and inlays. #5612 Advanced Vol. 1 $49.95 at stewmac.com Fret end beveling file with #5613 Advanced Vol. 2 $49.95 90-degree teeth resists sliding off the fretboard.

10 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Fretting Radius-sanding Blocks Radius fngerboards and level frets Tools

Radius a fretboard quickly, accurately and without guesswork. We make these Tools popular 2-3/4" wide hardwood sanding blocks for use with 220 through 400-grit Stikit™ abrasives as fret levelers, and with 80 through 220-grit for shaping finger- boards. You can create compound radii by simply changing blocks as you progress 3M Stikit™ Gold Paper along the unfretted board. The 4" blocks are for spot leveling, and are also handy Self-adhesive Abrasives as clamping cauls for gluing press-fit frets. Sized for our radius-sanding tools page 43 Essential sets Save on the 5 most #0431 4" set $43.80 Save $10.95 popular radii: 7-1/4", 9-1/2", 10", 12", 16" #0430 8" set $64.80 Save $16.20

4" blocks $10.95 each 8" blocks $16.20 each “Fret Erasers have become #0410 7-1/4" radius #0415 7-1/4" radius my favorite fret #0404 9-1/2" radius #0405 9-1/2" radius polishing tools.” #0411 10" radius #0416 10" radius #0414 11" radius #0406 11" radius —Erick Coleman, #0412 12" radius #0417 12" radius repairman & StewMac tech advisor #0407 14" radius #0419 14" radius #0408 15" radius #0420 15" radius #0413 16" radius #0418 16" radius #0409 17" radius #0421 17" radius #0402 20" radius #0403 20" radius Fret Erasers™ Diamond Fret Levelers An easy way to make frets shine Each of these steel sharpening blocks has an industrial diamond- Fret Erasers™ are flexible rubber blocks embedded coated side that will put razor edges on your and knives. with abrasive grits. Incredibly handy—use them And best of all, they’re great for leveling frets. The cutting surfaces in sequence as a final step on freshly-crowned are finer than our other diamond-coated fretting tools. They’ll frets, to erase fine file marks and scratches. The remain flat and won’t chip or crack. Each leveler is 6" x 2" x 1/4". grits are color-coded for convenience. Frets #5256 Extra-fine (1200 grit) gleam, and play buttery-smooth. Each long- #5257 Fine (600 grit) Each lasting Fret Eraser is 2-1/2" x 3/4" x 3/8". #5258 Coarse (325 grit) $42.59 “I used to wrap around rubber blocks, but that got a little clumsy. Fret Erasers are simpler and faster. No Fret Dressing Tools more sandy grit or sharp steel wool particles.” —Erick #0472 Complete set of 7 $43.73 Save $3.80 Fret dressing fles are traditional tools for rounding the fret tops after leveling. It takes practice to master the technique. They can also be used to round the fret ends. NEW #0475 220-grit (white) NEW #0477 400-grit (dark blue) Each #0467 800-grit (blue) $6.79 Fret End Dressing File at stewmac.com #0468 1200-grit (red) For rounding, shaping and deburring #0469 2000-grit (green) This file dresses the ends of the frets after #0470 4000-grit (gray) at stewmac.com they’ve been installed, trimmed flush and beveled. One thin edge is #0471 8000-grit (yellow) ground “safe” to help protect the fretboard, and the other is rounded. The cutting surfaces smooth the bevel on the end of the fret, and the corners nip the burrs. The .062" x .125" x 6" file has 3" cutting surfaces. Concave Fret End Files Extra-versatile fles for fret end shaping #1175 $13.44 A B C 3-corner Fret Dressing Files Smooth corners protect the fretboard at stewmac.com Specially made for traditional fret crowning, and great for shaping the fret Concave ends, too. The tapered cutting surfaces are 3" x 1/8" on the small fine-cut fling surface file, and 5" x 1/4" on the medium-cut. Our large file has a versatile flat- tened triangular shape, with 4-5/8" x 1/2" and two 4-5/8" x 5/16" cutting A ‘Safe’ surface: flat and untoothed, to protect surfaces. All files have comfortable rubber-coated handles. the fingerboard when the side files are in use. B Toothed sides: single-cut teeth file away metal #1601 Small, 7-3/8" $23.88 burrs and smooth the bevel on the fret ends. #1602 Medium, 8" ... $25.15 C ‘Safe’ corners: smooth corners help protect the #1603 Large, 9" ...... $38.88 fingerboard and the upper edges of bound necks. Use these special tools after your frets are in- stalled, trimmed flush to the sides of the neck, and the ends beveled with a flat file. They go Micro-Mesh® Dressing Stick Sanding Belts an extra step beyond our Fret End Dressing Interchangeable sanding belts make this 6-3/8" x 1/4" tool Packages of 5 File (at left), adding a single-cut toothed versatile for dressing frets. The belt rotates for a fresh sanding 120-grit concave filing surface. This makes smooth- surface. Great for spot-sanding drip marks in finishes, too. #1940 #1941 240-grit ing the fret ends and blending them into the #1939 Micro-Mesh® Dressing Stick #1942 320-grit crown of the fret more efficient—a great fix with 14 belts (2 of each grit) $35.31 #1943 400-grit for fret ends that protrude in dry weather, too. #1944 600-grit 7-7/8" long; 2-3/4" cutting length; comfortable #1938 Dressing Stick only $2.89 #1945 800-grit rubber-coated handles. #1946 1200-grit #1704 For medium frets (.080") Each $8.70 pkg. #1705 For wide frets (.120") $47.48

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 11 Fretting Tools Fret Crowning Files

Tools Fret crowning fles remove the fat spots left after leveling, and restore the rounded contours. Popular modern diamond-coated fles allow smooth 2-way cutting. Our most popular fret crowning fles Ofset Diamond Fret Files Double-edge Dual edges and better clearance We gave these popular dual-edge steel fret files Fret Files a unique offset shape, for more comfortable fret For shaping any size fretwire dressing and improved clearance for working on Each of these workhorse 7-3/8" the upper frets over a guitar body. Both full-length Each file features a x 5/8" tool-steel files has two dif- concave filing grooves (one for narrow and me- full-length diamond- ferent 4" hollow-ground cutting dium fretwire, one for medium and wide wire) are coated groove to edges, for recrowning a variety of coated with micro industrial-diamond particles. crown narrow and fretwire sizes. The handle is rubber- They round the fretwire more smoothly, in the medium fretwire, and coated for comfort. another for medium forward or backward stroke, and allow better and wide wire. control than toothed fret files. 8-1/2" x 1" x 5/32". #4490 For narrow and medium frets #5059 Both files $222.96 #4491 For wide and medium frets Save $11.74 $40.38 each #5053 150-grit file Each #5054 300-grit file $117.35

Diamond Fret Files Smooth, no-chatter 2-way cutting action Used in busy repair shops worldwide. Each file has concave cutting edges, one for medium and one for wide fretwire. The edges are electro-coated with mi- cro industrial diamonds. These super-tough abrasive surfaces round the frets more smoothly than toothed Two cutting files, for cleaner filing without chatter marks. Each edges: file is 9-3/8" x 5/8" x 5/32", with 5-3/4" filing edges medium and a comfortable rubber-coated handle. and wide. Versatile #5050 150-grit file Each ‘no-chatter’ #5051 300-grit file $83.78 fles for crowning frets Tip: Start with a 300-grit file. 150-grit can remove fret metal very quickly!

Three-in-one Fret File Here’s a versatile wooden-handled file featuring three interchangeable 1-7/8" concave burrs for recrowning frets. The 4-1/2" steel shank is angled for efficiency and for clearance over a guitar body. It’s useful for a Dual-grit Diamond Fret Files wide range of fret widths, from basses and guitars to Our unique dual-grit diamond files feature 150 3 interchangeable concave burrs small mandolin wire. Replacement burrs and 300-grit industrial diamond-coated concave File with 3 burrs #0679-N Narrow, 3/32" cutting surfaces for recrowning frets. It’s easy to #0685 $51.06 #0679-M Medium, 1/8" switch grits: unsnap the file from the handle, #0679-W Wide, 3/16" turn the file around, and snap it in again. The $14.87 each bent shape gives extra clearance over the guitar Fingerboard Guards body for shaping the higher frets. Protect your fngerboard while working on frets Diamond-coated cutting surfaces A simple idea for a clean professional job! These handy stain less work on the forward and back- steel guards protect your fingerboard for fret filing or polishing. ward stroke without chattering, The guitar set has two guards each for narrow, medium and wide to give you better control for frets. The bass set includes two guards each for medium and wide smoothly rounding the tops frets. Convenient notches let you use a rubber band to hold a of the frets. The shape of guard in place for hands-free work (rubber bands included). the handle and 5-1/2" #3744 Set of 6 for guitar, .010" x 3-1/8" x 5/8" $11.86 overall length Cross-sections #3745 Set of 4 for bass, .010" x 3-1/2" x 7/8" $13.95 make the tool comfortable Quarter-round Fret File to hold. 3 models: for narrow, medium or wide frets Shapes frets from the sides Each model is dual-grit: Reverse the fle in the handle to switch from 150 to 300-grit surfaces Each edge of this tool has a quarter-round concave filing sur- face. It shapes the frets from the sides, and rounds the fret ends. ™ #4454 Narrow Smooth corners and faces help prevent fretboard marring. Tap-Ease Lubricant #4455 Medium The filing surfaces are 4-1/2" long and extend approximately #4456 Wide Extend the life .080" above the fretboard. The file is 3/8" wide, with a turned of your fles! $66.26 each hardwood handle and brass ferrule. #4089 $49.81 page 36

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at stewmac.com FretBender Fret Tang If you bend 21 frets by hand, Nipper at a reason able 45 seconds each, that’s 16 minutes. Bill Collings (of Collings This tool will perfectly Fret Cutter Guitars) inspired this radius three 24" lengths in The best tool clever tool for undercutting 16 seconds! —Dan Erlewine for trimming at stewmac.com fretwire to fit over neck bindings. the ends of It speeds fret jobs on bound necks, Behold one of the most fretwire appreciated tools in busy and helps save the lacquer finish Make no mistake: our custom-made steel cutter guitar shops! The Fret- at the edges of unbound fretboards. has features just for luthiers, and you won’t find Bender eliminates tedious Insert the fretwire to the desired them on nippers at the megamart. The 1"-wide hand-bending of fretwire for radiused fretboards. depth in the guide notch, squeeze jaws are specially hardened for fret work, and are Simply in sert your in verted wire, turn the crank, the handle, and the wire is quickly profiled and flush-ground to cut the wire close to and the wire emerges with a constant curvature. and cleanly undercut—no bending the fretboard. They cut cleanly without pulling the Smoothly radiused frets make your work faster, or crimping. Luthiers love this tool! wire, so less filing will be needed. Longer rubber- more accurate, and more #1604 For narrow wire (.053-.080" wide) Locking thumbwheel coated handles allow better access to the frets over consistent. The sturdy #1626 For medium wire (.075-.095" wide) Each adjusts the bend radius a guitar body, too. 8" length. aluminum column can #0619 $28.98 #1649 For wide wire (.100-.120" wide) $60.93 be bolted to your work- bench, and the groove in Using stainless steel fretwire? With the exceptions of our Fret Cutter and Fret Tang Nipper, the smooth-turning steel we’ve found all of our fretting tools can be used with stainless steel fretwire without premature wear. guide roller accepts large or small fretwire tangs. Your wire advances on Fret Tang Resizing Tool Set SAVE $12.19 two precision ball-bear- Fret Crimper and Barber, below. #4901 $140.22 ing rollers, with easy ad- justment for any radius. #0350˜$124.95 Fret Crimper Our thanks to Randy Stockwell, who inspired this tool. These unique pliers are based on a technique developed by repairman Frank Ford. Hardened steel jaws press slight scallops into a Fretting Hammer fret tang to fit an Our dual-face hammer is widely used in repair oversize slot. shops. The well-balanced head has two replace- Fret Bending Pliers Simply vary the able 7/8" striking surfaces: a low-dent plastic flat pressure as needed. #4900 $78.25 The shape of a fret tang is custom-ground into face, and a brass convex face radiused for fretwork. The tool is 7" long, these sturdy professional pliers, to firmly grip a fret 9-1/2" hardwood handle. #4895 $24.79 with 13/32"-wide jaws for “old school” bending. The smooth 3/8"-wide and comfortable rubber- jaws won’t mar the wire. FretBender users find Replacement Crimps the tang to coated handles. ft oversize fret slots this tool handy for adding an extra overbend to hammer faces occasional stubborn fret ends, and for straightening #4896 Plastic $2.25 a twisted fret tang. 7" overall length, with rubber- #4897 Brass $10.24 covered handles. at stewmac.com #1696 $43.48 Fret Barber Dan Erlewine designed this Deadblow at stewmac.com ingenious tool. Fretting It removes some Fret Puller & Chip Stoppers, page 15 Hammer (or all) of the fret tang barbs, to control fret com- pression and relieve neck backbow. Pull the tang Trims fret barbs between the adjustable file Reduces fret springback jaws as needed for the We fitted this durable hammer with a desired fit. Instructions and machined brass convex face just for fretting. The gauged shims are included. Fewer chips, shock-absorbing shot-filled head doesn’t bounce #4363 $74.16 cleaner refrets, like a regular hammer. It transfers more energy less work. directly to the fret to seat it more firmly, with fewer blows and less springback. 9-1/2" length; 13/16" at stewmac.com striking surface. Steel-reinforced handle. #1296 $25.29

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 13 Fretting Tools Redesigned and Fretwork without guesswork improved! Labor Erlewine Neck saver! The revolutionary string tension Fret Slotting Blade simulator is more versatile Slot fret boards quickly, cleanly and precisely, right than ever! on your own table saw. Ideal for production work, this is the same model 6"-diameter 100-tooth high- speed steel blade we use here in our shops. The Order the Neck Jig outer edge of the .060" blade is specially hollow- with our ShopStand and Angle Vise as ground to cut .023"-wide slots for our fretwire. This shown here and custom shape cuts more smoothly, and eliminates SAVE. See page 20. the need for an additional blade stiffener. 5/8"-dia- #5399 meter arbor required. #1557 $96.34 $463.50 at stewmac.com

New design in rigid aluminum. We’ve refined and improved the Erlewine Neck Jig! Aluminum beam construc- tion assures stability and reduces flex, so measurements of neck deflection are even more precise. Adjusts for any fretted instrument. All components now feature adjustable positioning. You can jig guitars, basses, banjos, mandolins and more. Asymmetrical bodies, too. A revolution in fretwork. Dan Erlewine developed at stewmac.com the Neck Jig from a breakthrough idea: simulate string tension when the strings are removed. Fret and fingerboard work per- Be sure your fretwire will ft! The Erlewine Neck Jig includes: formed within playing parameters produces the most accurate Fret Slot Depth Gauge Band clamps to secure the instrument results. The Jig has become a valuable asset in pro repair shops. Dial indicators to measure neck position Don’t wait until after you’ve installed a fret to Its dial indicators, peghead tensioner and peghead jack help Height-adjustable jig rods • Swivel-top find the slot wasn’t deep enough! Dan Erle wine you reproduce normal string tension precisely. Mount the Jig instrument levelers • Peghead tensioner developed this handy gauge to quickly compare the on our ShopStand and Angle Vise, and you can even tilt it to and jack • Wooden body support slats wire to the slot. Hold the flat edge against the fret compensate for the effects of gravity in the playing position! Eyebolt for wall storage • Instructions tang, note the height of the tang against the refer- ence lines, fit the appropriate curved edge into the slot, and compare the lines again. Machined from durable .018" stainless steel, the gauge fits any fret Determine fret spacings and slot. Great for refret jobs (fits bound fingerboards), layout fretboards accurately Accurate fret for setting the depth stop on our fret slotting saw slots without (page 15), and for setting the cutting height of guesswork our table saw blade (above). The edges work with all popular radiused and flat fretboards. Dual #5435 $4.95 Fret Scale Durable Templates stainless steel Fret Scale Rules Tefon® Fret Dam Trim it to For use with our fret slotting miter box (page 12 popular scales on 3 rules the size you 15) or your table saw. Each .075" stainless Accurate 22" x 1-1/4" x .030" Cleaner refret jobs need… steel template has notches for two different fret rules made of durable stainless It’s hard to avoid a few scales, and an index pin for your table saw fence steel. Precisely etched, easy-to- fingerboard chips when (a pin is pre installed in our miter box). Attach read markings on both sides. pulling out old frets. A strip of this .020" non- a template to the back of the fingerboard, and $29.95 each Add glue to stick Teflon® in the fret saw the slots with the template side up. #0800 For Gibson® guitars wood dust ® slot will help keep your #4914 Gibson 24.625" and 24.75"* 24.562" Gibson® (24-9/16") to fll the chips; ® Each #4917 Gibson 24.562" and 25.3"* ® epoxy or super glue sand fat later $40.85 24.625" Gibson (24-5/8") #4915 Martin 24.9" and 25.34"* 24.750" Gibson® (24-3/4") out of the slot as you #4916 Fender 25.5" (with fretboard cut-off 25.300" Gibson® long replace or fill the chips. ® and nut positions) and Paul Reed Smith / Gibson® has historically referred to It pulls out easily when the glue is dry. You’ll do a Dobro®/® 25" all three shorter scales as 24-3/4". cleaner job, save work, and make refretting easier. #4918 Bass 34" and 35" For more details, visit The .020" x 6" x 6" sheet can be trimmed with #4911 Baritone guitar 28.5" and 30.2" stewmac.com/fretscales scissors to the reusable sizes you need. #4912 Bass 30" and 30.5" #0801 For Fender/PRS/classical Teflon® is a registered Each Each, 3+ #4919 650mm and 660mm 25.5" Fender • 25" PRS/Dobro®/ trademark of DuPont. #0487 $4.98 $4.23 #4920 Banjo 26-3/16" and mandolin 13-7/8" National • 650mm classical #4909 Uke: 15" concert and 13-3/4" soprano 660mm classical #4910 Uke: 17-3/32" tenor and 20-1/8" baritone #0802 For Martin/mandolin/banjo ® *Gibson has historically referred to all three shorter scales 24.90" Martin short • 25.34" Martin long as 24-3/4". Details at stewmac.com/fretscales 13-7/8" mandolin • 26-3/16" banjo *Martin Dreadnought scale is commonly referred to as 25.4" but measures 25.34". Martin “long” scale is commonly referred to as 25.4" but measures 25.34".

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Makes fret slotting a pleasure Tools at stewmac.com instead of a chore. Adjustable Fret Slotting Saw Adjustable cutting depth Pull-cut teeth for smooth sawing Fewer chips, Our fret saw features a clear acrylic cleaner refrets, depth stop that slides up or down to less work. precisely set any fret slot depth (it’s removable for cutting off the ends of fingerboard blanks). This saw has a “You won’t believe how brass spine and a smoothly this system works.” traditional turned —Don MacRostie, StewMac R&D Chip Stoppers wooden handle with ferrule. The Tired of gluing back fingerboard chips after pulling Fret Slotting Miter Box high quality corro- up old frets? Our steel Chip Stoppers work with our Smooth and efficient—a great fret slotting solution sion-resistant 10" Fret Puller to minimize chip-out. They’re a clever for small shops. We’ve added ball-bearing guides Sheffield steel blade has .023" cutting width, solution from Don MacRostie here at StewMac, to make sawing impressively fast and easy, with to match our fretwire. It cuts on the pull stroke and a big hit in our shops. Here’s how they work: no binding or jamming. You can quickly slot any to reduce blade flex in harder fingerboards, for heat the fret with a soldering iron to soften any fingerboard up to 3" wide, with adjustable depth smoother cutting and less jamming than a glue. Use the Fret Puller jaws to partially lift the of cut for any fretwire. The guides hold the saw standard backsaw. 1-3/4" blade depth. fret end. Slide a Chip Stopper into place; the .033" perpendicular to the board, and can be adjusted to x 3" slot fits around the fret tang. Now walk the match your saw blade precisely. You always have a #5745 Adjustable saw ...... $38.95 Non-adjustable model Puller down the length of the fret, lifting it while clear view of your work, too. Made of sturdy alu- #5744 $31.18 the jaws hold down the Chip Stopper to protect minum, the tool has convenient mounting holes the wood. The .010" and .020" Chip Stopper thick- for firm attachment to your workbench. nesses work for a variety of fret sizes; if a second Saw precise fret scales pass is needed, simply stack them. without measuring. #1158 Set of 2 $9.95 An indexing pin in the side of the miter box is Japanese Fret Saw Teeth Fret Puller for use with our Dual Fret Scale Templates Our most efcient handsaw for fret slots A special tool just for pull- (page 14). They en- ing, not cutting, frets. Its The craftsmanship and efficiency of traditional able fast, easy and ac- Japanese woodworking saws are legendary. Here’s spring-loaded flush-ground curate fret slotting for Your blade glides between a handmade example for cutting fret slots. It’s our 1/2" steel jaws are small common scales. No enough for a better bite. adjustable ball-bearing smoothest handsaw for fretwork, and it cuts fast. guesswork.They’re tre- guides. No binding and no The .023" kerf matches our fretwire. Extremely It helps reduce wood chip- mendous time-savers. jamming. Smooooooooth. out, and the jaw contours sharp pull-stroke teeth greatly reduce blade flex do a much better job of get- and jamming. The adjustable clear acrylic depth #2231 Miter box and #5744 stop slides up and down for precise control of the ting under frets and lifting fret saw (at right) $186.61 Save $9.82 them than wider cutters. fret slot depth, and is removable for cutting off the Comfortable rubber-coated #2232 Miter box and #5755 Japanese ends of a fingerboard blank. fret saw (at right) $196.31 Save $10.33 #5756 $49.16 handles. #1637 $26.45 Overall length: 19-3/4" #2230 Miter box only $165.25 Cutting length: 9-3/4" #5755 Non-adjustable #5319 Acrylic depth stop only, for Blade depth: 1-3/4" model $41.39 using the saw without the miter box $7.77 Traditional bamboo handle Rigid nickel-plated steel spine

Fret Slot Cleaning Tool Set Clean or deepen old The Fret Slot Cleaning Tool and the .020" Refret fret slots Saw, below and at left. Popular tools for preparing a slotted fingerboard for easier refretting. #3603 $30.22 Save $3.73

at stewmac.com Fret Slot Refret Saws Designed by Dan Erle wine, each of these wooden- Japanese Fret Slot Cleaning Tool handled saws has two 3/8" blades. One cuts on Cleaning Saw A superior tool for scraping away the pull stroke, the other is push-cut. The three High quality .020" alloy steel wood chips and old glue from saws have different blade thicknesses. Use them blades get into fret slots to loosen old glue and fret slots, for better fret seating. in sequence to loosen packed wood dust and old wood chips. The convenient angle lets you work 5-1/2" long, with a comfortable glue for better fret seating, or to deepen shallow right up to the edge of fretboard bindings. 5-1/8" handle and metal collet. The slots. They’re better for these jobs than a fret saw, traditional bamboo handle; time-saving 9/16" replaceable hooked .019"-thin which won’t work on a bound fretboard and can pull-cut and 1/2" push-cut edges. square-edged easily gets widen the slots on a radiused board. #3615 $31.95 into the corners of the slots on Blade thickness bound fretboards. #3604 .015" Each #4870 With 2 chisels $15.50 .020" #3602 $18.45 at stewmac.com #4871 Replacement chisel $0.92 #3605 .025"

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 15 Fretting & Setup Tools 3" rule, with frst inch in thousandths Wide markings for checking slot depth Tools String Action Gauge

“This gauge measures in ways that regular rulers can’t.” —Dan Erlewine at stewmac.com Guitar tech favorite

String Action Gauge Right and left-hand scales in 64ths for nuts, saddles Fraction/decimal/millimeter Measures string height • nut height conversions in 64ths saddle height • saddle slot depth • fret slot and pickup polepieces depth on unbound fretboards • polepiece height Progressive string height scale in .010" increments Dan Erlewine and Don MacRostie designed this unique pocket-size gauge for quick, #0670 Inches precise setup measurements. Made of durable etched stainless steel, it features a #0670-M Metric* Precision progressive string height scale: just slide it across the frets and read the measurement $18.95 each Straightedge under the string. It’s faster to use than any ruler, and stays parallel to the fingerboard. *Progressive string Make any guitar Much easier than trying to hold a ruler perpendicular to a rounded fret. The back of height scale in Understring the gauge displays a handy time-saving fractional/decimal/metric conversion chart. .25mm increments. play better Radius Gauges Basic Setup Kit Notched Straightedge at stewmac.com We’re often asked to recommend “must-have” tools for setting up guitars. So we’ve made it Don MacRostie developed these special straightedges for easy: the Basic Setup Kit features our most evaluating the flatness of problem fretboards. They let you read popular setup tools. Free instructions from the fretboard instead of the frets—important when the frets are our veteran guitar technicians are included to uneven. Each stainless steel .118" x 1-1/2" tool is satin-finished help you get your instrument playing its best. for easy marking with a pencil, and is designed for accuracy to You’ll save money, too. These are the same ±.0015" per foot. For basses $83.96 each accurate, high quality rugged steel setup tools that professional repair shops depend on. For guitars #3813 Fits 34" (Fender) One edge works for Gibson® long and 35" scale basses. String Action Gauge The fastest way to check ‘Reads’ the scale, plus Fender and Martin 22-5/8" long. the height of strings, nuts, saddles and pickup fretboard fretboards. The other edge fits pole pieces (more details at right). #3812 Fits 30 to 30-1/2" instead of Gibson’s 24-3/4" scale, plus 25" scale basses, and 28" to 18" Precision Straightedge Use it to check the frets Paul Reed Smith and Dobro® scale. 30.2" scale baritone neck relief and to evaluate truss rod adjustments 16-1/2" long. guitars. 19" long. (read more at right). Fanatically accurate! #3814 $81.76 Understring Radius Gauges Great for match- ing bridge saddle heights to fretboard curvature, for easy playability. Set of 9 (details on page 17). Precision #3910 Complete $97.63 Save $4.07 Straightedges #3910-M With Metric String Action Gauge Check neck relief $97.63 Save $4.07 Evaluate truss at stewmac.com rod adjustments Setup shop tools

Pinpoints StewMac straightedges feature a narrow beveled edge that allows easy and accurate viewing of the high frets gap between the edge and the surface being evaluated. Made of durable stainless steel, with a satin at stewmac.com finish for easy marking with a pencil, each straightedge is precision-machined for accuracy to ±.0015" per foot. Four versatile lengths work for any fretted instrument. These are also ideal for laying out Fret Rocker projects on wood or paper, and for setting up table saws, and other shop equipment. 4-in-1 mini 36" #3849 12" $38.97 straightedge 24" #3850 18" $53.25 Our Fret Rocker 18" #3850 is part of our #3799 24" $68.63 pinpoints a high 12" Basic Setup Kit, at left #3800 36" $119.91 fret that’s causing string buzz, and checks the final height after you’ve redressed or replaced the fret. Four different straight edges span three frets and “rock” to indicate uneven heights. It’s a valuable diagnostic tool, before and after 6" Steel Rule partial refretting and recrowning jobs. Machined Precise, easy-to-read graduations on satin chrome for accuracy to .0015" per foot, the 4", 3", 2" and make this durable steel rule handy for setting up 1-5/16" edges are versatile for any fretted instru- instruments and tools, for string nut spacing, and ment. Made of durable 1/8" nickel-plated steel general shop use. Includes 1/32", 1/64", 0.5mm and with a non-glare satin finish. #3770 $25.18 1mm scales. #4894 $12.89

16 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Understring Radius Gauges Save Tools Each of these unique gauges has an accurately $ .67 radiused arc on the top and bottom surfaces, 94 and fits easily under the strings. Use the bottom curvature to determine your fret board radius, and the matching Slimmer top curvature as a guide to setting profile! bridge saddle heights for best play- ability. These gauges are handy for matching Ready Essential fretting tools pick up pole piece heights to the arc of the strings, too. for business! (details on page 10) Precision laser-cut from .050" stainless steel, the set of nine gauges includes 7-1/4", 9-1/2", 10", 12", 14", 15", 16", 17" and 20" radii, and Guitar Shop Starter Set Find your fretboard radius works for string spreads up to 2-5/8" wide. Our 3 most popular tool sets, combined and set your saddles to match Lower profile fits under the strings easier! The slim shape of our Ready to make your own repair shop a reality? understring gauges makes it easier to read the fretboard radius with We’re ready to help you get a good head start. the strings installed! at stewmac.com #0353 Set of 9 $29.50 We’ve combined our three most popular guitar setup and repair tool sets, and included our Fret Work book and luthier’s digital caliper. These are the same pro tools we supply to lutherie schools. It’s easy to see …and curvature All our radius gauges have a a nonmatching that matches matte fnish and the optimum They’re designed by luthiers and used everyday in curvature thickness to let you see the shops that depend on durable, innovative tools gap between the gauge and for a livelihood. Good tools that quickly pay for the fngerboard clearly. themselves and help you grow your business. #4942 Complete set Each #4942-M Metric set* $536.47 Radius Gauges *Includes metric String Action Gauge Fretboard profling • Bridge setups • Polepiece heights Fret Work book Radius gauges are a must-have for determining a finger board’s and luthier’s digital radius, maintaining its profile for fret work, and for shaping a caliper included compound-radius fret board. They’re also handy for shaping an acoustic guitar bridge saddle, and for adjusting electric guitar bridge saddle heights to match the curvature of the fretboard. A Essential nut set of two, with precision laser-cut 7-1/4", 9-1/2", 10", 12", 14", 15", making tools 16" and 20" radii, our radius gauges have become standard mea- (details on page 4) 8 standard radii • Durable stainless steel suring devices in pro repair shops. They’ll work for fingerboards up to 3-1/4" wide. Each is made of durable .015" matte-finished “A necessity for fret work or setup work.” stainless steel, to give you a good view of the fingerboard against —Dan Erlewine the gauge for an accurate reading. #5432 Set of 2 $22.95

Notched Radius Gauges Check radii without string removal Notched to fit a variety of string spacings, so you can check a fretboard’s radius near the in strument’s body or the nut without string removal. Very handy for at stewmac.com compound radius fretboards. Laser-cut .015" stainless steel. Set of four with the same radii as our #5432 set. #5433 Set of 4 $47.25 Basic setup tools Notched/Unnotched Radius Gauges Order both sets and Save $4.21 #5434 $65.99 (details on page 16)

Extractor and plug cutter for damaged guitar screws Guitar Screw Rescue Kit Tuner screw Bore around Extract the Cut a plug At last, a solution sized specifically for stripped or is broken of! the screw… screw… to match… broken screws encountered in guitar repair work. Rubber Clamping Bands Our tubular screw extractor works with your drill: Complete kit Form-fitting and plenty strong, these 3/4"-wide hardened teeth bore around a broken screw to cap- Screw extractor rubber bands are handy when you’re gluing a fin- ture and remove it. Use the plug cutter in your drill Plug cutter gerboard to a neck. Approximately 84" long when to make a 3/16"-diameter wooden plug to fill the 3/16" drill bit cut: you can wrap as much as you need, as tightly hole made by the extractor. For stripped screw holes, Acrylic alignment guide as you need, without setting up cumbersome cauls a 3/16" drill bit is included to match your plugs. This Instructions #1709 $64.27 and clamps. 1-pound box of 5. #1257 $10.95 kit is a StewMac exclusive: you won’t find a similar Glue and trim Drill a new tool set in this small size anywhere else. the plug… screw hole. Rubber bands for binding work, page 34

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Tools String Spreaders When you simply need to get the strings out of the way to work on a nut or fingerboard, try these handy spreaders. Measure precise They’re a lot faster than restringing! Each curved neck relief in actual brass spreader fits behind the neck to hold the playing position loosened strings. Finish-friendly rubberized coating protects the neck. 3-3/8" long, set of 2. Thanks to repairman Dave Set Set, 3+ Lynch for refining this tool. #4802 $9.95 $8.86 Neck NEW Relief Gauge at stewmac.com Adjust fretboard straightness quickly and Low Tack Tune-o-Medic precisely with our Neck Relief Gauge. It measures Bridge Jack the amount of variation from flatness, taking the Protective Tape guesswork out of adding or subtracting neck relief Dan Erlewine’s choice in low tack tape The Bridge Jack lets as you adjust the truss rod. It works in the playing In his writings and Trade Secrets, Dan Erlewine you raise a Tune-o- position, too. Now you can establish standards for often mentions “sign painter’s tape” for protecting matic bridge to individual instruments, string gauges and playing guitars while working. Here it is: the wide, low- adjust the height styles. Designed by Don MacRostie, the gauge is tack tape Dan uses in his shop. Use the 3" wide thumbwheels, made of 12" machined aluminum for stability, with tape to mask large areas during fretwork, finishing without loosen- dial accuracy to .001". The feet rest on the frets, or repairs. This is what we use on vintage guitars ing the strings and so results won’t be skewed by with worn, checked, or otherwise delicate finishes. without marring the wheels. Made of strong a worn fingerboard. Choose the 1" tape for masking fretboards or small stainless steel, with self-adhesive felt areas during finish touchups. This tape has just a #2004 $101.98 pads to help protect the guitar top. little more bite to stay put. The extra-wide inner Order the Neck Relief Gauge spool keeps the tape edges from touching your #4557 $37.53 with our Nut Slotting Gauge bench, so they won't pick up dirt and filings. Each #4557-F Replacement pad $1.95 for ultimate precision setups! roll is 100 yards (91.44 meters) long. Nut Slotting Gauge #2005 Set $153.82 Tune-o-Medic on page 6 #1682 1" wide, low tack $5.80 #1683 3" wide, extra low tack $17.26 Stop Tailpiece Wrench Neck Set Gauge for acoustic fattop guitars This custom wrench stays Finds the correct neck angle and bridge height without guesswork centered on a standard 1/2"-diameter tailpiece stud, The gauge indicates the exact Guitarmaker Bryan Galloup suggested this unique to help protect the plating device that brings precision to complicated neck distance between the of the fret tops and the top of and the guitar top. The setting. It attaches to our #3799 straightedge, and the sound board, the ideal pre- screwdriver tip recessed helps determine the amount of wood to remove saddle bridge height. into the socket fits the stud from the neck heel for proper neck angle and best snugly. Made of tool steel playability. Accurate to .001", it can also indicate the with durable plastic handle. best pre-saddle height for a new bridge. Instructions It also measures the distance and a mathematical formula for neck heel trimming between the plane of the fret #4618 $36.17 tops and the top of the bridge. are included. Our thanks to guitar techs Paul #5249 $47.94 Apply this distance to the for- Verticchio and Jerry Barnstable mula in the instructions, and for suggesting this handy tool. calculate the exact amount of #5247 With #3799 straightedge wood to remove from the neck $104.91Save $11.66 heel for a precise neck angle. Tune-o-Medic Post Tool Top Defection This dial-indicator gauge measures the distance a soundboard has Remove, install or straight- Gauge lowered after unstringing. It’s critical to compensate for this distance en Tune-o-matic threaded when resetting a neck or routing a bridge saddle slot. Accurate to .001", bridge posts. Brass inserts ® the gauge helps you avoid costly trial and error. (6-32 thread for Gibson, The 14" aluminum beam can be adapted to a va- and M4 x.75 thread for riety of soundboard widths. Instructions included. imports) snap into the handle. Thread the tool #5253 $74.95 onto the post, tighten the bridge wheel against the tool, and hold the two together to turn the post. Includes drill bits for #4559 new holes when needed. $26.19 More accurate bridge work. Using the gauge and a brace jack to simulate string tension, you can contour the bottom of Reset a neck without guesswork. Record a measure- a new bridge to more closely match the soundboard. After you ment at the bridge with the strings installed. Use a brace jack rout the saddle slot, the saddle will fit better: important for good (page 22) inside the guitar to restore the bridge to original tone and critical for an undersaddle pickup. height after the strings are removed.

18 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Be ready for any truss rod job! • 36-bit set A drawer full of tools in the palm of your hand • Compact no-spill case, only 5" long Guitar Tech Screwdriver Set • StewMac exclusive A set every guitar tinkerer will love and use ev- eryday in the shop and on tour. You won’t find it anywhere but at StewMac. We’ve compiled 36 essential bits specifically for guitar hardware, plus a 4-1/8" easy-grip handle with rotating cap for fingertip control. The interchangeable bits snap easily into the magnetic shaft, and a handy 1-3/8" extender gives extra reach, too. The entire set comes in a Truss Rod Wrenches durable latching hard case that organizes the bits without spilling. It fits nicely in your tool box or guitar case. You’ll Our high quality steel truss rod wrenches are be ready for practically any hardware on any guitar. at stewmac.com designed for busy repair shops. The length, com- fortable rubberized handles, and range of sizes let • 11 Allen bits • 11 fat-blade bits (including an extra 3mm) #3000 Complete Set $37.75 you perform neck adjustments more efficiently. • Exclusive fat-blade “capture” bit for small screws • 6 Phillips bits (including an extra #1) • adapter for 1/4" sockets #3011 Extra Handle $7.95 #6100 Complete set of 17 $141.86 Save $25.04 • Mini wire brush • Awl point • 4 hardened screw starters #3012 Extra Capture Bit $1.95 All the truss rod wrenches described below!

Pocket truss rod wrenches Get a grip on This tool will save Steel hex worn truss rod your neck! wrenches with nuts 1-1/8" “bullet” socket that fits into Truss Rod recessed access cavities. Rescue Kit #6104 For 1/4" nut Each Broken truss rod? #6105 For 9/32" nut at stewmac.com $8.98 Gripper Make it work again, without removing the finger- #6106 For 5/16" nut board, removing and replacing the rod, regluing Truss Rod Wrenches the board, refinishing…or trashing the neck. Worn-out Allen truss rod nut? These wrenches can save the day. The 3/8"-long end tapers from slightly The problem: A truss undersize to oversize, for a snug fit to turn the nut. rod nut that’s cross- threaded, frozen, or 12-1/2" with comfortable rubberized handles. broken off. You can’t Straight Gripper wrenches adjust the neck. #6107-G For 1/8" Allen nut The solution: Special Soundhole truss rod wrenches #6113-G For 4mm Allen nut Each #6115-G For 3/16" Allen nut $10.50 tools reach the space Allen ball end. These tools provide clearance un- #6108-G For 5mm Allen nut around the damaged rod, der the guitar’s braces for adjusting the truss rod removing wood and through the soundhole. 4mm is for Hot Rod truss Soundhole Gripper wrenches cutting threads so the rods. #6110 works for pre-August 2007 Martins; 4mm is for Hot Rods. #6110-G is for pre-August rod will work again. 2007 Martins; #6114-G and #6212-G are for later #6114 is for Martins made afterward. The cutter removes Martins. Triple-bend wrenches provide clearance 1 1/8" single-bend; 5-5/8" reach wood around the #6209 $9.50 under the guitar’s braces. #6211 1/8" triple-bend; 5-3/4" reach ..$9.50 damaged rod, making #6110 5mm single-bend; 2" reach ...... $8.98 #6209-G 1/8" single-bend; 5-5/8" reach ...$9.50 room for new threads. #6114 5mm single-bend; 4-1/2" reach $8.98 #6211-G 1/8" triple-bend; 5-3/4" reach ....$9.50 #6212 4mm triple-bend; 5-3/4" reach $9.50 #6110-G 5mm single-bend; 2" reach ...... $8.98 #6114-G 5mm single-bend; 4-1/2" reach $8.98 at stewmac.com Hex truss rod wrenches #6212-G 4mm triple-bend; 5-3/4" reach ..$9.50 2 The die cuts clean new Heavy-duty wrenches for hex truss Right-angle Gripper for Fender threads on the exposed rod nuts. 10-3/4" length keeps your 1/8" Allen Gripper wrench with handle, for tuner rod. The rod is ready for the nut again. knuckles safely away from the peghead. clearance on 6-in-line pegheads. 2" reach. #6101 For 1/4" nut Each #6210-G $9.50 #6102 For 9/32" nut $10.50 3 Add one of the metal #6103 For 5/16" (Gibson®) nut spacers provided, and reinstall the nut. The Allen truss rod wrenches Truss Rod Crank rod is rescued and ready Allen ball end can work at an angle for Tele® to work like new. in recessed cavities. 12-1/2" length for peghead clearance. The kit fits 10/32-thread #6107 1/8" #6115 3/16" Each rods in ® and #6113 4mm #6108 5mm $10.50 A handy little steel wrench Fenders. A brass pilot guides the cutter into a Truss rod wrenches for Fender for heel-adjustable Fender access hole. #6111 fits a slotted truss rod nut slotted truss rod nuts. Fender neck without marring it. 3/8" blade width; A vintage-style Tele® requires only simple pick- 10-3/4" overall. #6210 is 1/8" Allen guard removal. Straight and diagonal ends let you #5680 Complete kit $244.82 right-angle with handle, for tuner clearance on work without unstringing. #6138 $5.95 #5681 Extra spacers, set of 4 $14.50 6-in-line pegheads. #6111 $10.50 Tele® is a registered trademark The complete kit includes cutter, threading die, #6210 $9.50 of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. pilot, wrench, 4 spacers and instructions.

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Vises Each jaw rotates 360 We added guitar shop-friendly features degrees, with smooth you won’t fnd in look-alike vises. nylon-core adjustable tension nuts Tools Guitar Repair Vise Non-slip urethane Our versatile 32-pound steel vise is at work in guitar jaw faces shops around the world. Other vises may resemble it, but they don’t have the same smooth jaw closure, Handwheel with easy jaw rotation, and removable fast-crank handle. removable fast- Each sturdy wooden jaw is nearly an inch thick. crank handle These 6"-capacity jaws feature protective urethane faces, to grip small parts as easily as entire guitars. The jaws rotate to hold the tapered sides of a guitar neck or body securely. The sturdy riser/support ring can be installed below your bench for 8" vise height, or above it for 9-3/4" height. A strong threaded rod with a beefy wing nut is supplied for mounting the vise at stewmac.com quickly and easily on any benchtop up to 4-1/2" thick. 360-degree Roller bearing for #5192 Adapter bolt/nut swivel mounting smooth jaw closure #1813 $144.37 for ShopStand $6.39

NEW StewMac Body Board at stewmac.com/shopstand For everything from a ukulele to a long-scale bass, Erlewine Versatile space-saving this is a great new way to work. You have a clear ShopStand workbench alternative view and comfortable access from all angles. With the neck in the padded jaws of the Raise your work to the height you really want. The ShopStand guitar vise, the body is firmly supported on adapts your jigs and vises to you, not the other way around. the felt-padded riser. The instrument is Enjoy complete access to your work. The ShopStand is an lifted up away from tools or clutter on the industrial-grade, rock-steady unit that bolts to your shop floor. It workbench while allowing you comfortable rotates with ball-bearing smoothness to any position you need, and access from all angles. The Body Board also locks in place easily. You can move completely around your work, swings out from under your workbench for easy access without time-consuming reclamping. Turn a tiny patch of foor space whenever you need it, and tucks out of the Reclaim extra space in your shop. Your workbench uses lots into the hub of your workshop: way when you don't. Double your of floor space; the ShopStand has a small footprint. You can mount a Guitar Repair Vise on a workspace! interchange jigs and vises, and store them on the wall. ShopStand with a Body Board. #5390 ShopStand only $183.64 Base size 10" x 10". Floor bolts required. #1814 $43.08 Adjusts 360-degree from Angle Vise ball bearing 28" to 36" 4" x 1-1/2" Extra column height Nut & Saddle Vise rotation jaws open clearance to 4" for easy nut Shop vise jaws just get in the way when shaping you’re filing a nut or saddle. We gave this Add our Angle Vise to tilt your work. Mount jigs, special vise extra-tall jaws with steep an- fixtures or work surfaces for practically unlimited gles for easier access, and beveled the end accessibility. The heavy-duty Angle Vise bolts to of the vise for extra relief. The 2"-wide the ShopStand and tilts your work from horizontal steel jaws are hardened for durability. Vise tilts from They’re undercut to stay parallel under to vertical, or any position between. -10 to 120 #1820 Angle Vise only $63.43 degrees pressure and grip uniformly without slipping. For other jobs, the jaws open to 2-7/16" for all kinds of small work. Add our Guitar Repair Vise to hold a neck or Guitar Repair Vise Jaws rotate This is a well-made, heavy little portable body, and most other repair work. The vise has 360 steel vise with a 2" x 5-5/8" footprint; 360-degree sure-grip swivel ing jaws, and its own degrees you can clamp it to the edge of your swivel mount. It includes a special adapter bolt and workbench, or into your larger shop vise. nut when purchased with the ShopStand. at stewmac.com #1816 $36.48 #5391 ShopStand and Guitar Repair Vise $314.34 Save $20.06 Vise swivels Stand Waverly Tuner Drill Jig 360 Easy mounting screw alignment degrees height adjusts Here’s a handy jig that keeps your 5/64" drill bit squarely aligned at the right locations for Waverly tuner The Neck Jig Workstation includes the Shop- mounting screws. Made of machined Stand and Angle Vise. You can quickly and anodized aluminum, it fits into the securely tilt an instrument into the playing posi- peghole, attaches with a thumbscrew and tion. Your fretwork will be more accurate than See the self-centering collar, and works with your hand drill. The 1" hole spacing revolutionary ever before, and you’ll have more room to work. ™ Erlewine Neck Jig matches Waverly guitar and ukulele tuners (18:1 Grover Sta-Tites, too). on page 14 #5394 Neck Jig Workstation Easy, accurate and trouble-free solution for guitarmakers and repair shops. $653.72 Save $56.85 Instructions included. #4858 $41.15 Made exclusively for StewMac by 20 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Peghead Tools Tools Brad point o r Standard twist bit Tuner Tuner Drill Jig Drill Jigs For Slotted Pegheads No more Accurate pegholes Fisch Brad misaligned without a drill press Point Drill pegholes! Hardened bushings set into sturdy aluminum Bit Sets Clean holes, Our jigs guide your hand drill correctly for 1/4" peg- blocks keep your hand drill aligned for accurate holes, so your tuners will be accurately positioned no chip-out pegholes. The jig auto matically maintains 35mm and spaced. They’re the solution to tuning prob- Brad point bits (1-3/8") spacing for steel-string or classical guitar lems caused by misalignment. Made of machined help eliminate chipping on wood and finishes—a string posts. It can be clamped on any peghead steel for a lifetime of use and specially coated to plus for cleanly installing tuning machines, bridge from 1/2" to 1" thick. Use the supplied 13/32" bit resist corrosion, each 3/4" x 3/4" jig studs, inlay dots and more. Precision-machined for class ical tuners, or the supplied bushings and includes steel alignment pins Fisch chrome vanadium steel bits are the most “G” (.261") bit for steel-string. and instructions (clamps #3898 $166.24 accurate we’ve used. The ground brad point helps Clamps not included. not included). To en- prevent walking. For 3/8" drill chucks. large the pegholes, or #0097 Fractional set of 7 $27.45 to counterbore for bushings, 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", 1/2" remove the jig after and #0098 Metric set of 8 ...... $27.45 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 7mm, 8mm, 9mm, 10mm use a bushing reamer (available at left). String post spacing Each #2070 For 3-on-plate tuners 1-3/8" $29.48 #2071 For 6-in-line tuners 15/16" $31.48 Peghole & Stud Bushing Bits Quality Fisch chrome vanadium steel 1/4" Drill Bit Peghead Bushing bits for chip-free holes. First choice for Reamers A quality steel twist bit for use with the jigs above. clean results on finished surfaces. The 1/4" shank. #4850 $5.72 Give press-fit tuner bushings the right fit, with brad point helps keep the bit accurately these custom slow-speed reamers. Each has a centered. For 3/8" drill chucks. 1/4"-diameter pilot and two 1" flutes that cut a #4846 10mm peghole bit for modern clean counterbore. The set of five includes sizes sealed tuners, including Gotoh, Schaller, Tuner Pin for popular guitar and mandolin bushings. Coun- Grover, Schertler and Sperzel. terbore diameters are listed below. Drill Jig Important! Measure your bushings before ordering, or refer #4847 11mm bridge/tailpiece bit for Many popular tuners to the spec drawings shown with the tuners in this catalog modern solidbody guitar mounting stud have an alignment and at stewmac.com bushings, including Gotoh, Wilkinson/Gotoh, pin behind the gear Each NEW #2066 .290" Schaller, TonePros and Hipshot. housing. Use this an- .328" $6.99 Each $17.25 #2061 odized aluminum jig #2062 .340" to drill an accurately located pin hole in the back #2063 .348" of the peghead, for a left or right side tuner, with #2064 .360" Hand reamers for #2065 .393" your hand drill. It works for Schaller tuners with one pegholes, page 26 or two pins, one-pin Sperzels, and Fender locking tuners. The jig fits into the peghole and attaches 1-step Peghole Drill Bit with a thumbscrew. Instructions included. Use a For Grover, Schaller and Gotoh sealed tuners No. 38 (.101") drill bit. #4857 $39.15 Made exclusively for Drill rear-counterbored pegholes for sealed tuners in one operation, and get Stewart-MacDonald by the job done in half the time: this custom combo bit can quickly pay for itself in a busy shop. It’s 7.8mm-diameter (.307") for the threaded peghead bushing, and 9.9mm (.390") for the gear housing, with a brad point for easy centering. High speed steel. #1693 $82.28 Rear Peghole DON’T USE Reamer A HAMMER! For Grover, Schaller Tuner Bushing and Gotoh sealed tuners A tip from luthier Bryan Galloup: tuners with Press threaded bushings should be installed in counter- bored pegholes. A snug 5/16" diameter at the top Install Remove of the hole stops the bushing from leaning under bushing bushing string pull, thus helping to protect the lacquer Our special tool installs or removes press-fit tuner bush- finish around the bushing washers. Our slow-speed Damage-free ings without damage. It applies steady controlled pressure steel reamer counterbores the bottom of the peg- tuner bushing to protect the peghead finish, for a clean job. Bushings hole to fit the gear housing. It has a .310"-diameter installation #0460 $54.95 pilot and two flutes that cut a .397"-diameter and removal in counterbored pegholes can be removed cleanly too, Instructions and Allen using the adjustable expanding pin that grips the bushing counterbore. When the pilot is flush with the wrench included. Works with most major guitar and bore. The tool includes a protective peghead caul, and a peghead face, the correct depth has been reamed. mandolin tuner brands. see-through sleeve for bushing removal. #2059 $17.85

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 21 Clamping Tools NEW Double-Cam Clamps Faster, lighter and easier to use than all- Tools metal clamps, and a long-time favorite for Soundhole Clamps instrument assembly. Our cam clamps are These clamps reach made of quality hardwood and steel, with where others can’t protective cork linings. Traditional cam Our soundhole clamps fea- action: slide the upper jaw into position, ture strong steel frames, light and flip the offset wooden lever to tighten. weight, and slim profiles for The small clamp has 5-1/2" depth; the large multiple clamping. The 7", 9" clamp is 8-1/2" deep. Both open to 8-1/4". and 11" models have a leveling New features: The cam lever applies pres- screw that supports the clamp’s sure at two points—both sides of the jaw length and helps prevent soundboard bending. All clamps open to 1-7/8" and instead of one central point. This gives have knurled thumbscrews, height-adjustable lower jaw screws for clearance greater strength and stability. We’ve also embedded a steel slug in the lower of soundboard braces, and jaw feet that swivel to conform to uneven surfaces. jaw for attaching magnets. Cut a shaped caul to fit a repair, attach a magnet to it, and the caul stays in place while you position the clamp! #3724 Small $20.71 #3725 Large $23.16 Scissor Jack Works where your arm can’t reach! Leveling Magnets make alignment easy screw gives Our Scissor Jack holds braces, cleats or bridge extra support for plates for gluing; aligns the sides of a crack; sup- clamping bridges and braces ports a fretboard over the body for installing frets, Cross-section Throat depth Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ and more. Strong and sturdy, it adjusts from 2-1/4" Strong ribbed #2010 5" ...... $15.99 $12.95 $11.51 to 4-3/4". Attach the 10-7/8" extension cable design reduces #2011 7" with leveler $18.95 $15.35 $13.64 and use it where your arm can’t reach. Powerful weight for #2012 9" with leveler $26.56 $21.51 $19.12 positioning magnets are attached to glue-resistant multiple #2013 11" with leveler $29.84 $24.17 $21.48 clamping 1-3/4" diameter cauls: they help you align the jack with your own magnet- Snap-on Soundhole Clamp Cauls embedded cauls, in versatile for a bigger Custom Delrin® cauls snap onto ways that make your work footprint much easier. the swiveling feet of our soundhole Each Each, 3+ clamps to give you a larger clamp- #0490 $98.64 $87.79 ing footprint when you need it. Available flat or grooved to fit over guitar braces, each 3/8" x 7/8" caul includes a at stewmac.com Flat caul thick felt disk that can be glued on to help #2014 $2.58 #2015 Grooved caul $3.39 prevent wood dents. Mini Cam Clamp #2016 Set of 4 (2 flat, 2 grooved) $10.15 Save $1.79 Dan Erle wine developed this slim clamp for work- at stewmac.com We recommend readily available Shoe Goo® adhesive for attaching felt to clamping cauls. ing on smaller instruments, and wherever reduced Lighter and weight and tighter placement of multiple clamps are slimmer than Ibex Bridge Clamp needed. It adjusts like a standard cam clamp: slide our standard A sturdy cast aluminum clamp with 1-1/2" the upper jaw into position and flip the cam lever cam clamps maximum opening and 6" throat depth, to tighten. Small but mighty, it gives you plenty of for gluing a bridge or brace through a guitar pressure for guitar work. Sturdy hardwood and steel soundhole. Designed by pioneering luthier construction, with protective cork jaw linings. 5-3/8" depth; opens to 6-3/4". Irving Sloane. Each Each, 3+ Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ #0682 $30.52 $28.38 #3867 $14.48 $13.47 $12.31

NEW StewMac Brace Repair Jack Camless For gluing loose braces inside an acoustic guitar. Insert through the soundhole and Clamps roll between your fingers to apply pressure. Special clamps for tight spots New features: Better glue-resistant cauls, When cam clamps are closely spaced around with double-notched end caps to fit the two a curved edge, the levers can interfere with most common brace profiles: the gentle slope each other. We simply replaced the lever of Martin braces and the more triangular with a thumbscrew, for tighter placement, fast shape on Gibsons. The body of the jack is a setups, and finer control of clamping pressure. hefty brass cylinder that turns easily between These high quality hardwood/steel clamps your fingers. The non-reactive rubber surface Better glue- have protective cork jaw linings. The small gives a good grip. Each resistant cauls clamp has 4-1/2" depth; the large clamp is #3543 $21.90 8-1/2" deep. Both sizes open to 8-1/4". Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ #3708 Small $18.44 $17.15 $15.67 Protective Felt A thick 10" x 10" felt sheet you #3709 Large $19.80 $18.41 $16.83 can cut with scissors to any shape you need. Makes clamp cauls instrument-friendly.Great for padding your work surfaces, too. Each Each, 3+ Kerfng clamps #2017 $5.45 $4.85 page 25

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Go-bar Tools Clamping Fast, efcient system for StewMac braces, backs Guitar Repair and soundboards Magnets Time-saving go-bar A helping hand in clamping has become hard-to-reach areas a popular technique Magnets have lots of uses! They can be attached to in guitarmaking. The (or inlaid in) clamping cauls, to align patches for equipment consists cracks. Use an exterior magnet to move another of a deck and strong magnet inside a guitar: wrap the inner one in a 24" flexible “go-bars,” damp cloth to clean glue squeeze-out, or attach placed under tension self-adhesive to remove dried glue. between the top of StewMac These are seriously strong nickel-plated rare the deck and the Spool Clamps earth magnets, countersunk on both sides wood being clamped. Assembly clamps with a diferent twist for handy attachment to cauls and tools. Setup is simpler and The simple workhorse spool clamp for soundboard/ Our 1-1/8" knurled brass magnet handle has faster than using back assembly, made faster and easier with a hard- an attachment screw to fit the countersunk standard clamps, and wood handle. (After all, glue won’t wait forever holes. It makes moving and separating these clamping pressure is while you fiddle with wingnuts.) A quick spin powerful magnets a lot easier. more uniform. of the lower spool closes the clamp, and an easy turn of the handle applies the pressure. StewMac’s Align crack repair patches Complete go-bar sets Deck hardware kit, Don MacRostie added other refinements: durable or sand dried glue in hard- 25 go-bars, two sanding discs, concave sound- to-reach areas inside an finish-friendly tubing on the rod protects the in- instrument. board and back dishes, and instructions. You strument from scratches, and a low-friction plastic supply the . Top Back washer below the handle allows smooth, precise radius radius Each pressure adjustment. The sturdy hardwood spools #4731 For Martin 40-ft. 15-ft. $475.47 are lined with protective cork. These high quality #4732 Modern 28-ft. 20-ft. Save $25.03 clamps are available in sets of 6 (acoustic guitar assembly typically requires at least four sets). For Go-bars mandolin, violin and ukulele assembly, simply trim Use a pair of 1" magnets Rugged 24" x 1/2" x 5/16" Each Each, 25+ the protective tubing as needed for tighter closure. to magnetize a pickup or flexible fiberglass. #4734 $4.90 $3.72 Max. opening 5-1/4" , clamping depth 9/16", handle length 4" change its polarity. #3715 Set of 6 $33.68 #4640 Magnet set: two 1/2" and two 1" magnets, Underside plus two handles $32.70 Save $2.84 Concave upper side Height x dia. Each Each, 4+ Each, 12+ Swivel Handle #4637 Magnet, 1/8" x 1/2" $4.47 $3.84 $2.99 Clamps #4638 Magnet, 1/8" x 1" .....$8.57 $7.37 $5.74 #4639 Magnet handle ...... $4.73 $4.07 $3.17 Concave radiused dishes for go-bar decks These super heavy- duty versions are Warning: keep these magnets away from electronic equipment and pacemakers! Rigid CNC-machined fiberboard dishes solve the more versatile at stewmac.com problem of clamping guitar braces, soundboards than standard F- and backs to standard curvatures. Add a self- clamps. The pivoting handle adhesive sandpaper disc for easy non-slip clamp- lets you position and adjust the Bridge ing, and for sanding guitar braces accurately. clamp in tight spots. Sturdy #6086 15-ft. radius (Martin back) Each Clamping $98.78 steel construction gives you #6087 20-ft. radius (modern back) the clamping pressure you Caul #6088 28-ft. radius (modern soundboard) need for demanding jobs. Our clamping caul 40-ft. radius (Martin soundboard) #6089 Great for repairing peghead needs only a single #6085 50-grit sanding disc (24" dia.) $34.98 breaks, laminating extra clamp. Made necks, gluing fin- of 5-7/8" x 1" gerboards and more. aluminum, it has Go-bar deck hardware kit The small version a slightly arched Metal posts and hardware for opens to 7" with bottom to fit most making a sturdy go-bar deck. We 3-1/4" throat depth; bridges on flattop steel-string guitars. provide complete instructions; the large clamp It’s padded with thick protective cork on you provide the plywood top opens to 10" with the underside and on the thumb- 4-3/4" throat. screw- adjustable end clamps. #4600 $36.69 and base. #4733 $110.48 Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ #3704 Small $22.59 $21.01 $19.20 #3705 Large $33.70 $31.34 $28.64 Bridge Locating Pins 1-5/8" tapered non-stick polyethylene pins align a pin bridge for gluing. One Fingerboard Band Clamp Compact • Flexible • Needs no cauls in each outer pin hole will do. They can A quick way to glue a fingerboard without cumbersome cauls, and a practical be cut off above the bridge and below the bridge solution for radiused fingerboards. The toothed outer surface of the glue- plate before clamping. Press them out after the resistant band engages a threaded plastic thumb nut for pressure adjustment. glue dries. Reusable! Pkg., 3+ The flexible cradle conforms to the neck and helps Each Each, 4+ #4602 Pkg. of 6 $4.98 $3.93 protect the finish. Space the clamps about 3" apart. #3109 $4.34 $3.78

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Tools Fast, easy setup StewMac Guitar Assembly Molds

Tools Our shop foreman Todd Sams, who also builds great bluegrass guitars, wowed us with these innovative molds. Made of strong non-warping 2"-thick MDF board, they feature pivoting threaded thumbscrews that tuck into the grooved ends of each mold for closure. There’s no external hardware to get in the way of your assembly clamps. Each mold includes two adjustable threaded spreader rods with contoured hardwood cauls to align the guitar waist, neck block and tailblock. With your bent guitar sides secured in the mold, you can glue the blocks, clamp the linings, sand the kerfed edges, and install the soundboard and back. The body stays correctly aligned, no guesswork. When you’re finished, simply remove the spreaders through the soundhole. #4738 For Dreadnought Each #4739 For 12-fret 000 $124.50 Four 3/4" hardwood spacers are included for benchtop use. Recessed pivoting thumbscrews close the mold, and swing out for easy opening. Dreadnought Additional spreader sets Each set #4740 For Dreadnought 12-fret 000 includes long and short spreaders with cauls. #4741 For 12-fret 000 $31.78 set

Thickness Caliper Inch or metric models for archtop carving work

With a flick of StewMac Repair Tags your thumb, our A handy solution for repair shops thickness caliper A great way to keep track of customers’ instru- provides precise ments in your repair shop! If you’re still using measurements of masking tape to mark guitar cases, check out these top and back thicknesses for archtop carving. A StewMac Fret Buck repair tags. Luthier Todd Sams, who heads our quality gauge designed for luthiers, its deep 9" production shop, created these for his own use, but (228mm) reach is sufficient for an archtop guitar, Shock absorber for over-the-body fretting they were too handy not to share with our custom- mandolin, violin or viola. The dial indicator is Now a StewMac exclusive! The Fret Buck was ers. Each tag has a wire twist tie in a reinforced accurate to .001" (.01mm on the metric model), originally developed by Taylor Guitars, as a shock hole, and is formatted for writing down job details for thicknesses up to 1" (25mm). The dial has an absorber for hammering frets over the body of an and estimates. 2-3/8" x 4-3/4" heavy card stock. adjustable zero point, and can also be positioned acoustic guitar. Made of sturdy cast iron, it rests #4875 package of 50 $12.95 for left-hand use. Install the removable brass foot over the guitar’s shoulders on finish-friendly cork for freestanding operation, or take measurements linings. An adjustable clamp reaches through the freehand; the lightweight aluminum frame is sturdy soundhole to provide firm support beneath the Tall for acoustic guitars and comfortable. #5193 Inches Each fingerboard, eliminating the need to widen the #5193-M Metric $133.88 slots and glue in the frets. The Fret Buck is more affordable than ever, and a valuable addition to Deluxe your shop! We also added a sliding cork-lined foot Rock-n-Roller Neck Rests to the adjustable clamp, so the Fret Buck now The multi-talented versions of our works for a wider range of guitars and bracings. popular hardwood Rock-n-Rollers #0600 $139.90 (page 79) support even more in- strument sizes! Self-adjusting: they’re Short for solid- bodies and small contoured to rock on your benchtop, instruments holding an instrument neck for inspection, restringing, cleaning or repairs. Flip them over for more solid support when you need it, clamp them to your bench, or turn them sideways to hold small instruments like ukuleles and mandolins. Cork linings protect neck finishes. Available in tall 5" Clamp to your bench height for acoustic guitars, and short for super stability! 3-3/4" height for solidbody guitars and #3734 Tall $39.11 smaller instruments. #3735 Short $34.22

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Variable temperature Tools Versatile shape • Optional extender Bending Iron for violin & mandolin Side Learn to Bending bend The most popular iron for bending wet or steamed wood sidewood. Crafted from 6-1/4" long cast aluminum, it Strap has variable temperature control and a versatile shape Flexible 24" x 4" for bending to a variety of radii. The sturdy wooden x .012" stainless Side base can be clamped to your workbench horizontally steel for covering or vertically. The end of the iron is custom-threaded to wet or steamed Bending accept our optional 1-1/2" dia meter extender. side wood when using the bending iron. Practice Set A StewMac exclusive, this feature lets you bend Supports the wood opposite the iron, Set of two inexpensive tight curves for violins and F-style mandolins. traps moisture for easier bending, helps quartersawn wood prac- #0689 120 volts AC $207.05 minimize wood split-out, and springs tice strips helps lessen #4049 220 volts AC $215.75 back flat to use again. #4860 $21.29 the chance of splitting your good wood. 4" x #0688 2-1/4" long aluminum TIP: Apply 3M Stikit™ self-adhesive sandpaper extender with bolt .... $10.45 220-volt plug (page 43) to the strap for sanding bent guitar 25" x .095"-.100". sides. Works great! #4822 $13.22

Peg Shaper Tapers wooden tuning pegs The standard shop tool for accurately tapering tuning pegs up to 3/8" in diameter. Works for violin, viola, flamenco guitar, old-time banjo, dulcimer and more. Simply main- Kerfng Clamps tain pressure with the top knob while turning the Strong spring-loaded steel jaws have the right inserted peg to trim. The angle of the 2" blade is shape for angled kerfing. Each clamp is 1/2" wide adjustable, and can be locked with the supplied with 5/8" jaw depth. Set Set, 10+ Allen key. Machined aluminum and steel. #3712 Set of 10 $9.90 $8.71 #0346 $83.30

MAG-ic Probe Peghole reamers, Electronic Thickness Gauge page 26 Works where a traditional caliper can’t! The MAG-ic Probe utilizes a wired sensing wand (probe) that electronically measures the distance Ibex to the magnet. As the probe samples the upper sur- Purfing face of an instrument top or back, the magnet fol- lows the sensor on the inside surface, jumping over Cutter braces and tone bars. This provides a continuous Traditional edge guide readout of the wood thickness in thousandths of with twin knives, ad- an inch (mils) or millimeters, accurate to 0.1mm. justable horizontally The effective range of measurement is 0.0" to 0.6" and vertically. Use a ( 0-15mm). Two magnets are included, a larger one String Ferrule Installation Tool single blade to cut slots for edge bindings, or both blades for .085"-wide purfling for guitars and large instruments, and smaller one Professional results with your drill press channels. The tool cuts up to 1/4" from for mandolins, ukuleles and small instruments. One end of this machined steel tool fits Tele® string Downloadable software lets the probe work with the edge of the instrument. Cast bronze mounting ferrules (page 73); the other end fits with hardwood handle. your Windows or Mac computer via a USB con- the mini string-thru-top ferrules that replace a tail- #0354 $64.98 nection. You can upload a JPEG photo or drawing piece on the face of a solidbody (page 64). Now of your instrument, and record your measurements you can use your drill press for clean, controlled directly on it, to save or print. #4101 $359.00 installation, without risky hammering. 2-13/16" Ball-end Hex Keys overall length, for 3/8" drill chuck. #4493 $14.95 For hard-to-reach guitar hardware StewMac Magnetic Mirror Set Easy to align from When ordinary Allen Repairman Gene Imbody suggested this versatile inspection outside the keys won’t work, try mirror, an ingenious use of our guitar repair magnets (page guitar these industrial-grade 23). Powerful interior and exterior 1"-diameter magnets steel wrenches. Each let you position the 1-5/8" x 2-1/2" mirror quickly and easily has a hex ball-end that where you need it. Thumbscrew-locking ball joint provides a works at angles up to 25 degrees. The completely flexible viewing angle, too. It’s a pro quality tool, other end is a standard hex key. made of sturdy brass and steel. #1143 Complete $39.32 #3316 Set of 11: .050", 1/16", 5/64", 3/32", 7/64", 1/8", 9/64", 5/32", 3/16", 7/32", 1/4" $9.14 Tip: Use a thin pad of felt or leather under the exterior magnet to pro- #3317 Metric set of 7: 1.5mm, 2mm, tect delicate finishes. Keep magnets away from pickups and electronics. 2.5mm, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm ...... $8.17

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Tools Turn your drill press into a precision Tools Luthier’s Friend™ Peghole Reamers Sanding Station Abrasive These are not mere hardware sleeves ™ store reamers! They’re high The Luthier’s Friend is an Dust Robo-Sander™ Dust quality hollow-ground tools refined for affordable way to thickness- collector luthiers, specially semi-fluted, and with sand wood up to 2-3/4" tall, or shroud the correct 2-degree taper to accurately sand the edges of a solidbody guitar, guided fit tuning pegs. The standard size is for by templates you make in your shop. Use it for freehand guitars and 4/4 violins/violas; the large sanding or for veneers, bridge blanks, wood bindings, finger boards, nuts is for cellos and guitars. Wooden handle. and saddles and more. Clamp it to your drill press table, and connect your ™ Taper Cutting length shop vacuum for dust-free operation. The included Robo-Sander rotates Semi-futed on a bearing securely seated in the base of the unit. to keep #0344 Standard .200" to .375" 5.63" $57.84 the peghole #0343 Large .312" to .625" 7.88" $121.95 Included: Robo-Sander™ drum (2" dia. x 3" tall) with 50-grit abrasive sleeve round • Sturdy 10" x 12" x 3/4" table with micro-adjustable fence • Dust collector Bridge pin hole reamer, page 30 shroud (for your shop vac hose) • Extra 50, 80 and 120-grit abrasive sleeves Peg shaper tool, page 25 • Instructions #5660 Sanding Station $175.75 1/2" dia. #5661 Sliding vise only $25.00 2-step #5659 Sanding Station Tapered to 1/4" dia. Endpin Jack Reamer with sliding vise Install standard endpin jacks easily $200.75 Easily enlarge an endpin hole to fit a 15/32" dia. 15/32" or 1/2"-dia meter endpin jack, with our custom-made steel reamer. It’s semi-fluted to keep the hole round, and The optional Sliding Vise gives you much more control than using a drill bit. The 3/8" shank can be is handy for squaring-up chucked in a hand drill for slow reaming. The upper 1" cutting length is 1/2" small parts like nuts and saddles. dia meter; the 1" center section is 15/32", and the lower 2-5/8" has a standard 5-degree taper down to 1/4" diameter. #4323 $70.72 Robo-Sander™ Versatile sanding drum for your drill press Handy drum for pattern-sanding with your own templates, or for freehand sanding. Durable bronze bearing. 50-grit abrasive sleeve included. Brace Gluing Wedge Diameter x height Abrasive sleeves An ingenious tool developed by Dan #5662 1" x 2" $19.93 Erlewine: the Brace Gluing Wedge gently Diameter x height Grit Each #5663 2" x 3" $26.90 #5666 1" x 2" 50 $0.87 shims open the gap under a loose guitar #5664 3" x 3" $44.67 #5667 1" x 2" 80 $0.87 brace and injects glue right #5665 Set of 3 $91.50 #5668 2" x 3" 50 $1.76 Makes a hard where you need it. This #5669 2" x 3" 80 $1.76 to reach gluing one-hand solution #5670 2" x 3" 120* $1.76 job easy and makes working #5671 3" x 3" 50 $2.35 precise through a guitar #5672 3" x 3" 80 $2.35 soundhole a lot The Luthier’s Friend™ *120-grit sleeve is sized for thick- easier. Crafted of of rugged machined brass and works only with the ness-sanding with the Luthier’s ™ shaped to fit your hand, the tool uses a replaceable #0200 2" x 3" Robo-Sander.™ Friend Sanding Station only. plastic pipette as a glue reservoir. Just squeeze $54.50 the bulb to inject glue through a groove on Includes 3 pipettes the bottom of the wedge. It works for most (trim to length). brace sizes. Photo-illustrated Extras on page 44. Pickguard Bevel Cutter instructions are included. Glue not included. Get a uniform bevel on pickguard edges with this custom 45-degree bit. The carbide-tipped cutter has a 1/4"-dia. shank and 1/2"-dia. ball bearing guide. Cut the pickguard on your own template of the desired shape. Instructions Aluminum Bar Clamp included. Ideal for assembling body #5243 $25.90 Laminated blanks, tops, backs and more pickguard 45° bevel

Pickguard materials, page 39 Make your own template of any material at least 1/2" thick Holds work up to 24" wide Pillar File Impressively sturdy aluminum construction makes this universal bar clamp This compact file is a favorite at Martin much easier to maneuver and set up than heavier steel clamps. It rests conve- Guitars. You’ll find it as versatile as they niently on your bench to hold your work, too. Ideal for gluing multi-section do! Great for shaping wood, metal, body blanks, adding “wings” to through-body necks, joining soundboard and bone or plastic, it has 00 cross-cut top back halves for arched or flattop guitars, and more. The spring-action move- and bottom surfaces, with smooth sides able jaw works fast on the twist-resistant notched bar, and a big 1/2"-diameter for getting into corners cleanly. 8-1/8" steel wing screw adjusts final clamping pressure. More than capable of handling x 1/2" overall, with 5-1/2" cutting your guitar assembly jobs! 1-5/8" jaw depth. Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ surfaces. Tapered thickness, from #3714 $29.95 $27.85 $25.46 #4175 $9.95 1/8" to 3/32".

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Razor Files Tools Wood shaping “Makes neck carving a joy instead of just drudgery” made super —John Knutson, luthier efcient!

0842 4152 Teeth are individually hand-struck 4154 3062 Imagine hundreds of little razor planes shaping an instrument neck: these files save a huge amount of 4157 Specialty Files for Guitarmakers effort. They’re super efficient, but leave a surpris- Quality steel files with rubber-coated handles, in ingly smooth surface. The key is a modern process Dragon the most useful sizes for detailed work. that chemically etches rows of semi-circular teeth Hand-cut Mini files for trimming, shap- to extreme sharpness. The large files have a 7" x Unequaled for neck shaping & contouring Needle File Set 3/4" cutting surface (the flat file cuts on both faces) ing, slotting and cleaning metal, wood or plastic. “I don’t recall ever having a that cut so easily. Very little The set includes round, half-round, triangular, with smooth sides. Length including the tang is sanding is needed to remove its marks. This is a fnely cut 9-5/8". The easy-grip 3-5/8" handle allows safe, rasp.” —Bruce Sexauer, luthier flat and square files. 5-1/2" long with 2-1/2" cut- ting surfaces. comfortable use. The small files are for shaping Dragon handcrafted steel rasps are among our #3062 Set of 5 $16.80 tight contours, corners and small surfaces. Each first choices for quickly shaping instrument Luthier’s File Set Indispensable for nut and file has a 3-7/8" x 3/8" cutting surface (the flat file necks, solidbody guitar contours, custom jigs saddle work, refitting peg holes, delicate neck cuts on both faces) and 7-7/8" length. and clamping cauls. The teeth are individually shaping, and more. The set includes half-round, Large Small hand-struck on both sides of each file, leaving round, flat, square and 3-corner files. 8-1/2" with #4161 Flat Each #4165 Flat Each a slightly random pattern that a machine-made 00-cut (38 teeth/inch). #0842 Set of 5 $55.25 #4162 Curved $50.56 #4166 Curved $30.46 rasp simply can’t equal. This reduces chattering and “wandering,” giving a smooth but aggressive cut. The right shapes for contouring a variety of neck sizes, Dragon rasps are available with 10" Two Cherries large or 6" small cutting length, and coarse or Wood fine cut. The double-radius rasps with 7" cutting Chisels length can quickly shape curves at the neck heel and peghead base.

#4151 Large coarse Each #4152 Large fine $52.23 1-5/8” #4154 Small coarse Each #4155 Small fine $32.78 1-3/16” Micro Chisels #4157 Double-radius coarse Each Set of four 5-1/2" wood-handled #4158 Double-radius fine $42.23 7/8” model maker’s chisels, perfect for trimming nut and saddle Two Cherries may be the finest wood chisels you’ll slots, or for removing ever own. They’re handmade in Germany from Fieldpiece LED dried glue around frets premium forged heat-treated steel, to hold an edge and braces. The “dog- far longer than most other chisels. Each is fitted Extension Mirror leg” chisel tips give with an octagonal Width Each This versatile tool is a bright LED mini you precise fingertip lacquered horn- #1618 4mm (5/32") $35.40 flashlight with a handy 2" x 1" adjustable control. 2mm, 2.4mm, #1628 beam handle #1619 6mm (15/64") $35.40 pivoting mirror attachment. It telescopes 2.75mm and 3.25mm cutting widths. $49.45 and steel ferrules. #1623 12mm (15/32") $35.40 waaaaay out to 30-1/2", to light areas deep Dan Erlewine’s #1624 18mm (45/64") $37.55 inside large instruments that are favorite chisels! #1625 24mm (15/16") $44.15 hard to reach with most mirrors. Get the It’s slim enough to fit into mandolin BIG and uke soundholes too, and comes view! NEW with a convenient pocket clip. Bat- Two teries included. #3225 $22.95 Cherries Guitar Telescoping Guitar Mirror Brace A simple 2-1/4" diameter round mirror Chisel that’s been a standard guitar repair tool for years. Swivel joints allow 3-piece viewing from almost any angle. Inspection A curved blade for guitar braces. The unique “S” The handle telescopes from Mirror profile gives easier access than a straight chisel, 7" to 11" for a view of A handy 3-piece set of mirrors you can tape when scalloping braces or feathering the ends of remote areas inside the together, fold up, and place into a soundhole. It tone bars. Great for removing dried glue from the instrument. #0362 $12.65 unfolds to a 7-1/2" x 12" flat viewing surface, for sides of the braces, too. This chisel features a high the big picture of the guitar’s interior. Durable quality steel blade and balanced wooden handle. StewMac Magnetic Mirror, page 25 mirrored acrylic; supplied untaped. Frees both your 5-1/4" x 15/32" blade. #1615 $37.40 hands for the job. #5124 $17.70

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Tools For archtop guitars, violins and Tools mandolins Acoustic Guitar Neck Joint Templates & Router Bits Ibex Complicated joints made easy Carving Made of clear acrylic for easy alignment, Planes these templates let you cut accurate neck joints with your router. Each set has instructions, templates for the neck heel and matching neck block, and plans for a handy wooden jig to hold the neck Designed by pioneering luthier Irving Sloane, or body securely for routing. Each bit is these finely crafted convex-bottom mini planes are carbide-tipped for long life, with a 1/4" Straight mortise the gold standard for thicknessing arched tops and shank and 1/2" guide bearing. backs. Machined from cast silicon bronze, each Templates (router bits not included) Router bits plane has a chrome vanadium blade that holds an extremely fine edge. Thumbscrew adjustment #4783 Set of 2 for Martin-style dovetail joint $76.96 #4781 For dovetail (10-degree cut) Each #4784 Set of 2 for straight mortise/tenon joint $76.96 #4782 For straight mortise/tenon $29.33 allows quick blade repositioning or removal for sharpen ing. Ibex Finger Planes Body Blade Guitar Neck Joint Steamer length width Each Neck Needle & Hose #0330 25mm 8mm $67.35 #0697 30mm 10mm $71.25 Removal Injecting steam into a dovetail #0687 36mm 12mm $75.25 Jig neck joint, through one or more #0331 47mm 18mm $89.15 small holes drilled through a Clean, fast Convex Replacement finger plane blades are fret slot, can help loosen glue dovetail joint available online at stewmac.com disassembly for neck removal. Our hose as- sembly includes a 3-1/2" x 5/64" injector needle, insulating rubber Ibex Palm Plane handle, 1/4" hose rated for heat A larger 90mm (3.54") con- and pressure, and a hose clamp for vex model for carving arch- attachment to a pressure cooker top guitars, cellos and basses. or espresso machine. The tool-steel blade is 28mm wide. #4059 Complete $44.35 #3141 $208.50 #4056 Needle and hose adapter only $27.45 Bryan Galloup inspired this ingenious jig. It applies gradual, shock-free thumbscrew-controlled pres- Made exclusively for Stewart-MacDonald by sure to the neck heel to push the neck out. Made 1610 of sturdy cork-lined plywood and aluminum, it 1609 mounts over the shoulders of practically any acous- tic guitar. Waist clamps with a protective backstrap adjust to the instrument’s contours. To use, inject steam continuously into the joint to soften the old glue, through small holes drilled down through a fret slot into the joint (see our steamer needle and hose at right). Loosen the fretboard extension with 1607 1608 a heating iron (at right) and our #4464 removal Heating Iron Softens glue for removal knife (page 31). Instructions included. Applying heat to a guitar’s fretboard extension and #4737 $83.24 bridge helps soften the glue for a removal knife. This 2-7/8" x 2" x 1" aluminum iron is designed to be be heated to 250°F on your hot plate. It’s Neck Set radius ed and grooved to span the frets on Martin Guitar Shop Pliers & Cutters Sandpaper and Gibson guitars that have 14 frets to the body. Durable, high quality hand tools you’ll use every- day in a busy guitar shop. Machined tool steel with You’ve calculated the correct #4607 $77.85 comfortable molded handles and smooth action. angle for an acoustic guitar Radiused for bridge removal Made exclusively for Side cutters let you get in close for precise cuts. neck set, and trimmed the Stewart-MacDonald heel. Now for the step the by Long-nose Pliers 2"-deep serrated jaws for extra experts use: pull this special reach and good grip, with a side cutter for light- abrasive between the heel duty jobs. 6-3/8" overall. #1610 $9.95 and the body to fine-adjust Removal knives on page 31 Round-nose Bending Pliers Spring-tension to a perfect fit. The 10-yard 5/8" conical jaws safely grip and bend wiring for roll of 120-grit aluminum soldering jobs. 4-3/4" overall. #1609 $9.95 oxide is canvas-backed so it Surface Thermometer won’t pull apart in the joint, Wire Cutter 1/2"-deep spring-tension side cutters Fine tune the and the 1" width saves trim- Monitor your heating iron for guitar wiring. 4-1/2" overall. (Not for use on Place this 1-3/4" 50-500°F guitar strings.) #1607 $9.95 heel-to-body ft ming time. #5763 $11.95 thermometer on the flat top of String Cutter Heavy-duty hardened side cutter your heating iron to check for with spring tension. 4-3/4" length fits a guitar case. Neck Resets the correct temperature (250°F is 5/8" cutting length. #1608 $9.95 with Dan Erlewine safe for bridge or fingerboard removal). It reaches 2-hour DVD, page 95 stability in about a minute. #4603 $40.99 #1612 Set of all 4 tools $33.83 Save $5.97

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Tools OptiVisor Tools Headband Magnifer at stewmac.com with Quasar LS™ ESP Multi at stewmac.com High-intensity Lights Spanner The OptiVisor flip-up magnifier frees both your Handy Store this hands for inlaying, wiring, fret dressing and pocket-size versatile little at stewmac.com guitar steel wrench in other close work. It features removable optically- wrench For ground 2X glass lenses with 10" focal length, and your guitar case pots, an adjustable comfort-padded headband. The or workbench and you can quickly fix a loose Guitar jacks and high-intensity LED Quasar light frame snaps on jack, control pot, pickup switch or guitar tuner. Nutdrivers tuner bushings the front, to virtually eliminate shadows in dim Use it to turn adjustable bridge thumbwheels These sturdy steel deep-socket hex drivers are areas. A lightweight battery box attaches to the more easily, too. One end is toothed to loosen a the right size for common guitar repair jobs. The OptiVisor frame. Two AA batteries included. nut; the other end tightens it. A mere .075" thin, large comfortable T-handles give you plenty of the Multi Spanner can fit grip. 6-1/2" length. #1687 OptiVisor with lights $79.76 under a control knob, and OptiVisor only ...... #1685 $54.81 is angled for clearance over #5890 10mm, for Schaller, Gotoh Each #1686 Quasar LS lights only $24.95 a peghead or body. and Grover tuner bushings $7.49 #1688 1.5X replacement lenses #5891 7/16", for Alpha control pots for a wider area of view ...... $37.58 #1344 $11.00 #5892 1/2", for output jacks and CTS pots Dan Erlewine is a long-time OptiVisor user.

Adjustable Pull the jack back! Toggle Switch Wrench The right wrench for round knurled nuts on No more Gibson® and similar pick- loose jacks! up switches. Your pliers Jack The Gripper will mar the nut—this tool Jack Installation Tool is much safer! The chuck- It’s no fun to watch a jack disappear into your Fixing a 1/4" jack in a hollowbody guitar is a style jaws are adjustable guitar or amp, or to break a solder connection common job. The problem is reinstalling it for a non-slip grip, and when you tighten the nut and the jack turns with when you can’t reach inside. Here’s a solution the deep socket means you it. Jack The Gripper, from repairman Frank Ford, from repairman Frank Ford (an idea originated won’t have to remove the is an ingenious tool that holds any 1/4" jack steady by Julyan Wallis, UK Guitar Doctor): feed the switch knob. Steel with while you tighten or loosen the nut. Insert it in Jack Installation Tool through the guitar, plug it durable plastic handle. the jack, and a knurled metal cam locks in either into the jack, and pull the jack snugly into place. #1699 $17.71 No fumbling, no strings, no misalignment. The direction. A real worksaver—no need to disas- slim 18" brass tool is bendable, and works in semble your guitar or amp. For recessed jacks, a steel adapter handle is included for use with your nearly any f-hole or round-hole guitar. Quickly Endpin Jack installs 1/4" endpin jacks, too. 3/8" square drive socket. #0814 $43.35 #0107 $12.95 Wrench at stewmac.com Pain-free installation! Finger saver! Bullet™ Jack Tightener Tighten loose 1/4" Switch- craft™ jacks without taking Use our specially modified your guitar or amp apart. deep-socket 9/16" hollow-shaft nut driver to #0579 This simple pocket-size tool tighten an endpin jack’s installation nut inside Tremolo Spring Installer $6.65 works from the outside to pre- a guitar. A slot lets the wrench slide neatly over This simple steel hook is the right length to make vent twisted, shorted wires on the jack’s wire, solder prongs and nut. No more stubborn tremolo spring installation remarkably the inside. Fit the socket over painful contortions when you’re working through easy. Protect your fingers and your guitar, and save a 1/2" jack nut, press the Grip- a guitar soundhole. #1810 $32.50 your pliers for more appropriate jobs. 6" long. Tip™ into the jack, and turn the tool’s handle to tighten the nut. Patent pending. #3545 $11.99

Tele® Jack Installation Tool Installs, removes or tightens the jack Output Jack Loose Tele® output jack? Now you can easily install or remove the jack Wrench ® 4321 retainer clip, at the turn of an Allen wrench. The Tele jack installa- Won’t mar the nut tool tion tool flattens the clip so it firmly grabs the hole in the guitar body Only .075" slim, this special steel wrench eas- for secure jack mounting. Assemble the tool in reverse, and quickly ily accesses a 1/2" mounting nut on an endpin extract a loose clip without damaging the guitar. The tool is made of jack, without marring the nut as a larger wrench 0136 dur able hardened steel, and includes Allen wrench and instructions. would. The other end fits a 14mm mounting nut clip Each, Each, Jack cup, #4321 Tool $18.54 Each 3+ 10+ on a flush-mount output jack, as found on many page 73 #0136 Jack retainer clip $0.94 $0.81 $0.69 solidbodies. #3703 $18.35

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Bridges BridgeSaver Bridge Plate Repair Tool A money maker for The usual remedy for a worn bridge plate is a dif- repair shops

Tools ficult replacement job that can alter the sound and lower the value of the guitar. The BridgeSaver Bridge Pin was developed by Dan Erlewine to preserve the Hole original plate. It’s a 2-part hand tool: a steel cutter Reamers creates a dished cavity at the bottom of the bridge pin hole, and a steel bit cuts a matching wooden Fit bridge pins plug. Glue the plug flush in the cavity, redrill, and endpins and the original bridge plate will hold the strings accurately with these special like new. Instructions and a special 6" steel bit for wooden-handled steel reamers. Fit your bridge drilling new bridge pin holes are included. Semi-fluted cutting edges help pins #5240 $149.79 keep the hole round. The accurately 3-degree reamer tapers from at stewmac.com .312" to .150" with a 3" cut, to match many Photos at left: Turning the handle Gibson and Gurian pins. The 5-degree reamer pulls the cutter up under the bridge 1 2 3 tapers from .312" to .135", with 2" cut. It matches plate to form a dished cavity for 1 Worn original pin holes our vintage-style pins, and modern Martin pins. new wood, which is cut to a perfect 2 Dished for wooden plug match by the plug cutter. Plugged and redrilled #3227 3-degree Each 3 #3229 5-degree $65.65 Bridge pin hole slotting tools Unique saws and fles for custom string seating Bridge slots help seat the strings properly to prevent bridge plate damage, and establish the string angle over the saddle for the best sound. These tools match the slots to the strings. Bridge Pin Hole Tool Cutaway A better for bridge pins guitar top Luthier Bryan Galloup suggested this unique cut- ter. It works with your hand drill, stops bit chatter, Thompson Belly Reducers Bridge Pin Hole Slotting Saw Lifesavers for older acoustic guitars gives consistent control of the size and depth of Our handmade pull-stroke 1-3/4" steel blade Excessive soundboard bellying from string tension cut, and keeps the bevel round, even on a curved features legendary Japanese woodworking saw makes a guitar hard to play, and can damage the bridge surface. A steel pilot pin is included for new craftsmanship. It’s slender to fit the pin hole, and bridge plate. Replacing the plate is a difficult job unreamed 3/16"-diameter bridge pin holes, and cuts more efficiently than any blade you’ve used for that can reduce the value of a vintage instrument. another pilot for bridges that have already been the task. Two gauges, for plain and wound strings. ® Restoration expert T.J. Thompson’s set of five reamed. The adjustable Delrin -lined brass depth Traditional bamboo handle. stop controls the cut of the tapered 4-fluted bit for #5803 .028" specially-machined aluminum flatteners can be a clean, professional job. Instructions and Allen #5804 .051" heated to fix the problem without replacing the $19.30 each plate. They’re made to be used after the bridge has wrench included. #0459 $32.95 been removed from the guitar. The set has convex flatteners for rectangular and belly bridges, and Bridge Pin Hole concave flatteners for common bridge plate shapes. Slotting Files Embedded magnets ensure the cauls stay in place (hands free!) while installing and tightening the at stewmac.com clamps. Instructions included. #1380 Set of 5 $129.00 Each saw is shaped to fit into the bridge pin holes, smooth the saw cuts, and define the string ramp for each hole. The 3" cutting edge is rounded to prevent the string from binding in the slot. 5-7/8" length; Assures proper chrome alloy steel. The .028" file is for unwound bridge angle and strings. foot contour #5807 .028" #5810 .067" Each #5808 .043" #5811 .087" $20.50 T.J. Thompson recommends heating the flatteners to 150 #5809 .051" degrees F., dampening the wood, and using three Ibex Archtop Bridge Fitting Jig bridge clamps (not included, see page 22). Effective Get a better ft for better sound Our thanks to repairman Gene Imbody and our shop manager for bridge plates that have been installed with hide glue, A properly fitted bridge is critical to the sound of Todd Sams for developing these tools. aliphatic (yellow) glue, or PVA (white) glue. an archtop guitar or mandolin. Rubbing the bridge Clamps for gluing bridges, pages 22-23 base over sandpaper on the top of the instrument is the traditional way to fit the feet, but handhold- Bridge Bolts Test bridge and neck alignment before gluing ing usually results in an ill-fitting contour. Our These handy bolts are for test-mounting an unglued flattop guitar bridge. aluminum archtop bridge fitting jig, designed by Each is drilled for a guitar string. With bolts in the outer bridge pin holes, you renowned mandolin maker Don MacRostie, at- can check the intonation, string pull, soundboard taches to the bridge base. Lock the height of the jig arch, bridge thickness and saddle height. They’re roller for the desired bridge angle, and three-point indispensable for neck reset alignments. Brass, 8-32 contact assures you’ll sand the correct contours. Easy-install thread, 1" long, with knurled thumbnut and washer. Instructions included. #5046 $38.40 thumbnuts #3417 Package of 4 $11.40

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Removes knobs cleanly P-51™ Knob Puller Pressed-on guitar control knob won’t come off? Get a better Extracts Trying to pry it up with a screwdriver blade or other saddle ft bridge/ Saddle Slot Levelers makeshift device is a recipe for damage. Here’s a These files fit standard acoustic guitar bridge saddle tailpiece clever, affordable little tool that’s made for the bushings slots, to clean and flatten the bottom. They enable job. Simply slide it under the knob, push the ten- uniform contact with the bottom of the saddle for Knob & Bushing Puller sion ring down for a firm grip, and carefully pull best sound (critical for undersaddle pickups). Each A must-have tool in repair shops. the knob off. It works with standard speed knobs, 1-15/16" x 13/16" steel file has smooth sides, safe ® Steady, controlled pull safely re- bell knobs and Strat knobs. The smooth durable rounded ends, and coarse and fine-cut teeth on moves stubborn pressed-on knobs. plastic helps protect pickguards and guitar finishes. the long flat edges. Use the 1/8" file for Fender Patent pending. No more screwdriver blade dents, #3531 $8.50 nut slots, too. #3067 For 1/8" slot Each no nicked knobs or sore fingers. It #3068 For 3/32" slot $17.95 also includes hardware to cleanly extract stud bushings for solidbody bridges and tailpieces, including Gibson,® Schaller and Gotoh.* The rubberized base helps protect #3515 pickguards and guitar finishes. $53.31 *Works with 5/16-18, 5/16-24, 10-32, M5, M6 and M8 “I saw this in threaded bushings. use at Martin’s repair shop 20 years ago. I’ve wanted one ever since.” —Dan Erlewine Saddlematic Bridge Pinpoints the correct bridge saddle location Bridge/ Spatula Our Saddlematic makes the job easy. It’s perfect Fingerboard Great for removing bridges and pickguards for positioning a new slotted bridge, or to check Removal the placement of an installed saddle. Made of With a shop-tested blade design and sturdy hard- aluminum and steel, it adjusts for most scale Knife wood block handle, the Bridge Spatula is a highly lengths up to 27". Saddle location pins can be set Here’s a highly efficient tool for separating loose bridges, fretboard for scale length compensation, and for a left-hand versatile tool for extensions and pickguards. The thin easy-clean bridge, too. #4462 $33.50 removing an 2-1/2" x 5" x .012" stainless steel blade is super- acoustic guitar bridge, pickguard or fingerboard stiff. It’s mounted at a shallow angle for getting extension. This wooden-handled flat spatula has under your work with better control. Thick felt a 3-7/8" steel blade that tapers from handle to tip lining beneath the block helps protect soundboard 1 Place the block 2 Position the slider groove directly over the 12th fret. (.045" to .010"). The blade is flexible, so you can finishes and lets the tool slide smoothly. against the nut. work it into the joint while holding the handle #4466 $38.94 safely off the guitar top. Warm the glue joint first, to help break the bond. #4464 $14.20 Top arch Bridge pin spacings 3 Turn the 4 Press the pointers into the bridge. o Saddlematic Draw a line connecting these holes. Heating iron on page 28 180 degrees. This is the front edge of the new slot.

r Wing contour Back roundover q StewMac The Intonator exclusive Finds accurate Seam Separation Knife Acoustic Guitar Bridge Template saddle placement Ideal for removing a top, back or fingerboard. One of our favorite Dan Erlewine inspired tools. and compensation The stiff 3-3/4" x 3/4" carbon steel blade has a This brass template is for checking your progress The Intonator finds long knife edge to enter cracks and separate glue when you’re shaping a vintage Martin-style “belly” the correct location seams. The slight wedge cross-section helps exert bridge from scratch. The edges are contoured for for placing the saddle pressure without cutting the wood. The blade can matching the top arch, back roundover, and wing on a flattop guitar be heated and moisture applied to help speed the contours. StewMac’s Todd Sams suggested the bridge. Use it before work. Hardwood handle. #4465 $9.38 handy locating holes for bridge pin spacings, too: cutting a new saddle modern 2-1/8" and pre-war 2-1/32" spreads. slot, or when filling and reslotting. It fits behind #0672 $12.45 the bridge pins, and concentric brass sleeves on its Ofset adjustable brass saddles can be added or removed Disassembly Knife for proper string height. Just turn each thumbscrew until the intonation is correct, and mark the saddle The rosewood handle is offset to protect the positions on the bridge. Your marks are accurate soundboard when lifting a bridge, pickguard or guides for routing a new saddle slot, or for multiple fingerboard, or clean ing glue from a loose brace. saddles, and will help you correctly compensate the 3-1/2" blade is ground thin for flexibility. 7-1/2" saddle if needed. Instructions included. overall length. #1287 $5.92 #5245 $70.20

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 31 A more stable and versatile way to support Mini your Dremel Router Bits for Dremel & Foredom® Precision 5155 Inlay cavities • Fret slots Router Saddle slots and more #1188 For inlay routing. 3/32" 1188 Base shank;* width of cut .055". Designed Package of 6. $12.62 for luthiers at stewmac.com #1187 For fine detail inlay cavity 1187 routing, or to widen fret slots. Our sturdy, compact all-metal base is the best way to hold a 3/32" shank;* width of cut 1/32". Dremel for freehand routing, inlaying, widen ing fret slots, Package of 6. $12.62 1180 and more. It works with our jigs for precisely routing bridge #1180 Solid carbide, for cleaning saddle slots and soundhole rosette channels, too. Crafted of ma- fret slots and for banjo capo 1190 chined steel, brass and aluminum, it features precision cutting depth spikes. 3/32" shank;* cutting Dust blower width tapers from .032" to .019". nozzle works with adjustment with large thumbwheels that eliminate guesswork—one Package of 5. $20.50 *Bits with optional mini air #5260 turn equals .035"/.889mm. The posts serve as handles for guiding pump to keep your the tool. Installation is easy: unscrew the threaded plastic collar on #1190 Solid carbide, for saddle 3/32" shank work surface clean $ .65 the nose of your Dremel, and screw on the router base. It fits most slots. 3/32" shank;* width of cut require #0681 53 collet (below) and easy to see ® Dremels made since 1986, and our custom Foredom handpiece. 5/64"; cutting height 1/4". when used Package of 5. $20.50 with a Dremel. Our Precision Router Base fits Dremel Edge Guide Solid Carbide Downcut Bits models 4000, 400XPR, With this adjustable brass Solid carbide reverse- Each, 3+ MultiPro™ and guide you can use your Dremel spiral flutes cut cleaner Each per size Professional. It also $18.55 $17.07 fits Black & Decker tool and our Router Base to “no fuzz” cavities for Wizard™ and RTX,™ and cut channels for bindings up inlay work. 1-1/2" #5155 All 5 bits $82.55 our custom Foredom® to 3/8" thick. A thumbscrew adjusts the distance of the length; 1/8" shank. Save $10.20 handpiece (page 33) roller guide from the axis of the cutter bit, and an Allen screw locks the adjustment. The cutting height is set For inlay routing & saddle slots 5153 and locked on the Router Base. For the cleanest cuts, Width of cut #5153 3/32" Complete use our #4032 carbide-tipped bit (page 33). #5154 1/8" 5154 Precision #4324 $32.94 Router set For fne detail inlay routing Mini Air Pump 5150 • Router base Note: these bits are fragile. For • Edge guide 4-foot flex hose connects the pump to the Precision routing intricate details only. • 5/16" router bit Router Base nozzle. The gentle air stream helps keep Width of cut 5151 • Mini air pump your work area dust-free, for better visibility. Lets #5150 1/32" you rout intricate inlay cavities more accurately. 120 #5151 3/64" #5263 $ .84 5152 107 volts AC. #5262 $15.74 #5152 1/16" Save $11.98

Adapting your rotary tool 1/4" to 1/8" Adapter Collet To install our Precision Router Base, Purfing Channel Routing Jig, or Binding Router Guide on a Converts the 1/4" collet in your lami- Dremel 4000, 400XPR, Professional, MultiPro,™ Black & Decker Wizard™ or Black & Decker RTX™ rotary nate trimmer to use 1/8"-shank router tool, unscrew the threaded plastic collar on the tool housing. Most Dremels made since 1986 (except bits. Brass, 13/16" length. cordless models) have this feature. #5246 $12.12

3/32" Collet A must-have! Dial the speed This collet is not supplied with Dremel you need! tools, and you’ll need it to use 3/32"- High Performance Rotary Tool shank bits. #0681 $4.15 For inlaying, saddle slots, purfing channels and more NEW On/Of Footswitch A basic on/off footswitch for hands-free operation when using routers, saws, The Dremel is a long-time favorite in guitar shops, , or any power tool. for small-scale precision routing, grinding, cutting 2-step operation: step to and polishing. Dial in speeds from 5000 to 35,000 turn on, step to turn off. rpm, for , plastics and metals. Dremel’s ball- Keep both your hands on bearing design gives smooth operation, and the the tool instead of reaching for the power switch. high-performance 1.6-amp motor features electronic Made of high-impact ABS plastic, this footswitch feedback for constant speed under load. Change bits measures 3.5" x 7" (89mm x 178mm) and includes and accessories fast with the keyless chuck. a 7 foot (213cm) power cord. For 115V AC, The Dremel 4000 is part of a complete outft that 15 amp machines. Plug your machine into the #0358 Complete 4000 includes a 32-piece accessory/bit set, rugged storage footswitch, then plug the cord of the footswitch outfit, 120 volts AC $107.61 case, 1/8" collet and 6-foot power cord. into the wall. #2140 $26.90

32 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Routing Tools Soundhole & Rosette Tools Routing Jig Cut circular purfling channels and sound- holes in new guitar or ukulele soundboards, easily and accurately. This handy alumi- Flexible-shaft Power Tool num jig attaches to our Precision Router Featuring our Precision Router Base Base and works with your Dremel. It Power and versatility for precision adjusts for 2" to 6"-di a meter cuts. Simply routing without bogging down mount the centerpin through the sound- Guitarmakers need power and accuracy for board and into your workboard. The router Works for jobs like production inlay work and saddle base adjusts the cutting depth. ® guitars slotting. Foredom’s 1/6-hp ball-bearing and ukes #0686 $81.46 motor with flexible shaft is the answer. The unique handpiece is custom-threaded to fit Router base and Dremel not in- cluded. Downcut bits (page 32) our Precision Router Base for accurate depth produce the cleanest results. control. Perfect for inlay routing, this versa- tile base also fits our jigs for saddle slotting and soundhole rosettes. Our Foredom® outfits include the motor with 33" flexible shaft and motor hanger stand for easy freehand Saddle Routing Jig routing. The 1/8" and 3/32" handpiece • Slot/compensate a new bridge collets fit our router bits. The • Fix an incorrectly located saddle Custom Foredom® handpiece motor has a convenient • Flatten the bottom of a slot for fts our Precision Router Base. foot control for speeds up an undersaddle pickup Accurate depth control for to 18,000 rpm. We designed this versatile jig to inlays, saddles and more. bring accuracy and ease to bridge saddle routing. It includes sliding Foredom® outft with Precision Router Base adapter plates that work with our Motor • Flexible shaft • Custom handpiece • Foot control Precision Router Base and your Dre- Motor hanger • Handpiece rest • Precision Router Base ® mel or Bosch Colt router. Simply #5328 115 volts AC $401.52 each clamp the jig at the soundhole and Works with Dremel,® Bosch® #5329 230 volts AC Save $16.73 tail block. It’s made of clear acrylic Colt router, or other trimmers for easy positioning, with sponge Foredom® components only padding to help level the jig on #5330 115-volt motor, flexible shaft and handpiece $305.50 arched guitars. Cutter alignment, #5331 230-volt motor, flexible shaft and handpiece $305.50 slot length and width are precisely #5332 Handpiece only, with collets ...... $83.78 adjustable. Works great for split #5327 Motor hanger with bench clamp ...... $49.00 saddles, too. Instructions included. #5334 Handpiece rest for motor hanger ...... $10.10 #4043 $161.88

Clamps, Precision Router Base and router Sliding not included. Drill the Colt adapter plate adapter plate to fit other laminate trimmers. Foot 5334 control

Purfing & Soundhole Router Guide Binding Router Guide Screw this aluminum guide onto your Fits your Dremel tool Solution for archtop instruments Dremel, and cut purfling and rosette chan- nels in unattached violin plates and guitar This versatile attachment is for use with soundboards. Its rounded foot follows tight our #4032 router bit. Designed by our own curves to help maintain a uniform cutting Don MacRostie, it screws onto the Dremel distance. Thumbscrew adjustment; the tool, and its thumb screw-adjustable edge Dremel’s chuck sets the depth of cut. guide lets you cut an accurate ledge for Dremel not included. any binding thickness up to .220". Made of #4407 $46.99 Works where precision-machined alumi num and brass, a standard it’s great for routing the edges of archtop router base won’t work instruments, where a standard router base Carbide-tipped Binding Router Bits tips and cuts an incorrect ledge. It installs 4032 For Dremel and Foredom® tools easily on Dremel 4000, 400XPR, MultiPro™ or Professional ™ ™ Cutaway These special cutters are designed for routing precise rotary tools, and Black & Decker Wizard /RTX tools, view binding channels. Their small diameter is ideal for tight replacing the threaded plastic collar on the tool housing 4561 curves, and the carbide tips stay sharp longer than steel (fits 12 threads per inch). bits. #4561 and #4562 have a pilot extension for uniform #5248 Binding router guide $42.70 Each Each, 3+ routing depth. 1/8"-dia meter shank; 3/8" cutting height. 4562 #4032 Carbide-tipped router bit ...... $17.49 $15.57 Each Each, 3+ #4032 5/16" diameter ...... $17.49 $15.57 #4561 Pilot bit for .060" channel $22.45 $19.98 Binding bit sets for your shop router: #4562 Pilot bit for .090" channel $22.45 $19.98 cut channels for practically any To use 1/8"-shank bits in your laminate trimmer’s binding combinations. Page 35 1/4" collet, see our #5246 adapter on page 32.

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 33 Binding Supplies Scrapers Versatile stainless steel scrapers leave wood surfaces ultra- smooth. They’re ideal for trimming plastic bindings: they don’t heat, soften or scratch the way sand paper can. Occasional squar- Plastic Bindings ing and burnishing of the edges keeps them sharp and efcient. White • Black • Cream ABS plastic bindings as used by major guitar manufacturers. Complete Scraper Set Ultimate Scraper #0630 page 7 Each strip is 65" long, to reach around most guitar bodies. All 6 scrapers shown below $40.77 The edges are smooth to allow close fitting tolerances. (3 mini and 3 large). Save $3.54 Wood bindings on page 36 Actual size cross-sections Each Each, 4+ Mini scrapers .010" x .075" #5774 White $3.99 $3.47 #5784 Black $3.99 $3.47 A Great for smoothing smaller areas with finer control. Among their many uses, the #5775 White $4.06 $3.53 B .020" x .075" #5785 Black $4.06 $3.53 concave/convex model is handy for guitar #5905 Cream $4.06 $3.53 C bridge contouring, and the oval scraper makes quick work of spot-leveling drop- #5776 White $4.70 $4.09 fill finish repairs. The rectangular model .020" x .250" #5786 Black $4.70 $4.09 Laminate your bindings has rounded 1/8" and 3/32" notches #5906 Cream $4.70 $4.09 by using our Binding Laminator (see below) and acetone: for fast and easy acoustic bridge saddle crowning. All are supplied unburnished. #5781 White $4.70 $4.09 A is a black/white/black/white .040" x .250" #5791 Black $4.70 $4.09 sandwich of .010" strips. #0625 Concave/convex, 1-31/32" x 1-17/64" x .016" $6.98 #4395 Cream $4.70 $4.09 B combines .020" black and #0626 Oval, 1-25/32" x 1-3/16" x .008" ...... $6.49 .040" white. #0627 Rectangular, 1-25/32" x 63/64" x .016" ...... $7.98 #5777 White $4.99 $4.34 C is .020" white and .020" .060" x .250" #5787 Black $4.99 $4.34 black, oriented sideways. #5907 Cream $4.99 $4.34 at stewmac.com #5778 White $5.50 $4.78 Large scrapers .060" x .375" #5788 Black $5.50 $4.78 Weld-On cement (page 39) For trimming bindings, profiling #5908 Cream $5.50 $4.78 is recommended for gluing our ABS plastic bindings to wood. necks, surfacing fingerboards, #5779 White $5.84 $5.08 contouring arched tops, deburr- .090" x .250" #5789 Black $5.84 $5.08 ing wood, shaping bridges, and #4396 Cream $5.84 $5.08 more. Supplied unburnished. #0628 Curved ends, 2" x 6" x .028" ...... $6.38 #5782 White $9.05 $7.87 Use binding tape or rubber binding bands to hold the #0654 Rectangular, 2-1/2" x 6" x .028" ...... $6.84 .090" x .565"* #5792 Black $9.05 $7.87 #0655 French curve, 3-1/8" x 5-1/8" x .028" $9.64 #4397 Cream $9.05 $7.87 bindings while the glue dries, and trim flush with a scraper blade. More tips online at * .565" binding is the right size for Gibson® Les Paul® guitar tops. stewmac.com/bindings Scraper Side Dot Material 6" plastic rods for making position dots on a fretboard edge. Fast ultra-sharp edges Draw out a burr Cut and scrape flush after insertion. Nothing else smooths bodies, bindings and Each, 24+ fingerboards like a sharp scraper, and this White, 1/16" White, 3/32" #0483 #1358 Each per part # ingenious hardwood/steel burnisher quickly #0484 Black, 1/16" #1359 Black, 3/32" $1.15 $0.76 gives your scraper keen micro-planed edges. Pearl and abalone side dots, page 37. It can sharpen a variety of sizes, shapes and thicknesses. Instructions included. Brush acetone #3416-B $18.99 Turn the “hook” between binding Binding Laminator strips The easy way to make custom bindings This handy jig keeps everything in place for custom laminating our plastic bindings, and Binding Tape duplicating older bindings for replacement Laminator work. Made of non-stick material, it holds the Stiffness and high- presses bindings together while you brush on ace tone tack adhesive make and aligns to instantly laminate the plastic. Internal spring this the strongest the strips Pull pressure holds any combination of binding paper tape we’ve found laminated thicknesses. Instructions and two glue brushes for holding bindings while the glue dries. binding are included. Great for fret work masking, too. Not for out #4200 $22.04 use on delicate or vintage finishes. 3/4" Automatically adjusts x 60-yard roll. to any binding #0677 $4.89 Extra Glue Brushes thickness Rubber Binding Bands 6" metal-handle brushes for applying acetone or glue. 40" x 1/4" bands hold bindings #4167 Package of 12 $2.80 in place while the glue dries. Not for use with super glues. Use them cut or uncut. 1 pound (approximately 15 bands). #1256 $19.74

34 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Rout clean, precise ledges Binding Router Bit Sets for practically Our clean-cutting carbide-tipped cutter has a 1/4" any binding arbor for your shop router, an Allen screw with wrench combinations for installing a depth-of-cut bearing, a special exten- sion bushing for routing “stairstep” binding ledges, and instructions. Money-saving sets add depth-of-cut bearings sized specifically for binding routing jobs, and Bindings for flush-trimming guitar tops and backs. Standard set Set of 9 for common bindings, Herringbone purfling and flush-cutting. .040" .060" .070" .090" .100" .120" .150" .200" and flush bearings #1298 $95.99 Save $4.22 Bearings only (actual depth of cut) $5.97 each Complete set Includes all 19 bearing sizes. #1298-040 .040" #1298-100 .100" #1298-160 .160" A practical money-saving set for repair shops. #1298-050 .050" #1298-110 .110" #1298-170 .170"

MacRostie Binding Trimmer #1298-060 .060" #1298-120 .120" #1298-180 .180" #1297 $146.50 Save $13.40 #1298-070 .070" #1298-130 .130" #1298-190 .190" Router bit only with extension bushing and Allen Quick, easy and precise custom bindings #1298-080 .080" #1298-140 .140" #1298-200 .200" wrench. Cutter diameter .925"; 6-degree downshear Introducing the easiest way to custom-size wood #1298-090 .090" #1298-150 .150" #1298-210 .210" prevents grabbing on climb cuts. Order bearings or plastic bindings for a perfect fit. Duplicate #1298-000 Flush bearing for trimming glued separately. #1298-B $46.48 the dimensions of older bindings for repair and bindings, and newly assembled guitar tops/backs restoration work, too. The Binding Trimmer, developed by Don MacRostie, features a precision at stewmac.com dimensioning gauge and custom adjustable fence TrueChannel Binding Router Jig on a sturdy plywood base. It gives you accurate Cut perfectly squared binding and repeatable results that will save you time and ledges on archtop instruments work. Vertical/horizontal hold-downs tame flexible binding materials for trimming to as thin as 1/16". The TrueChannel jig turns your laminate router Order the MacRostie Binding Trimmer complete into a floating cutter. As you move the body of with bit and Bosch® Colt router, or use your own the instrument into the cutter, your router shop router. Instructions are included. glides vertically to follow the body’s top edge. Bindings will fit correctly, so you at stewmac.com won’t have to scrape them too thin. The jig carriage fits the popular Bosch® Colt router; an inexpensive mounting kit lets you use other common laminate trimmers, too. A standard router base tilts Available Included: Rock-steady aluminum router support post on an archtop instrument; with 1 hp with carriage • Four sliding support brackets, adjustable Bosch® the bindings won’t ft right. for body shapes and heights • Shaped plywood guitar Colt Spring-tension hold-downs and TrueChannel keeps the router micro-adjustable fence assure body cradle • Instructions router vertical. Bindings ft correctly. TrueChannel Router base and bit precise dimensioning as you pull the binding through the bit. #5993 TrueChannel jig complete $259.13 #2401 With Bosch® Colt router and bit .... $338.40 Plywood cradle TrueChannel complete, #2400 Binding Trimmer only ...... $201.60 #5994 with #1298 router bit set #0698 1/2"-diameter bit only, 1/4" shank .... $21.85 $326.71 Save $28.41 v Support post & #5650 Mounting kit for alternate routers $6.95 router carriage Collet centering pin, acrylic template and instructions. Support brackets u Make your own plywood cradle shapes: #5991 TrueChannel jig (no plywood cradle) ....$240.28 #5992 TrueChannel jig (no plywood cradle), with #1298 router bit set ...... $309.37 Save $26.90 Our thanks to luthier Tom Ribbecke, Your router glides who inspired the TrueChannel Jig. vertically as you guide the body V-groove ball-bearing rollers of the instrument and a heavy duty support post along the cutter make the jig smooth, steady bearing. and precise. Herringbone Rosette Black/white 3-ring set, 3/64" thick. Approx. 4-9/32" Pickup cavity routing inside dia. and 5-3/4" outside dia. Commonly in- Bosch® Colt Router templates, page 38 stalled with the ends of the rings trimmed, butted Router bits for pickup For bindings, pickups, saddles and more and covered by the fretboard. Each Each, 3+ cavities, page 38 #1504 $9.44 $7.46 A practical combination of power and compact size for routing binding ledges, pickup cavities, bridge saddle Guitar Trim Blanks slots and more. The smooth-running 35,000rpm single- 1-1/8" x 8" x .060" speed 1-horsepower motor features circuitry to help ABS plastic, for maintain constant speed under load, for clean cuts. making a neck heel The sturdy removable cast aluminum base provides Binding Router Guide cap and end trim convenient thumbscrew adjustment of routing depth. Each, 12+ 115 volts AC, with 10-foot cord. 1/4" collet; 1-3/16" works where a for an acoustic #5780 White Each per color plunge depth. standard router base guitar body. #5790 Black $3.82 $3.36 #0489 $114.95 won’t work. Page 33

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 35 Bindings, GetGet Inlays & Trim creativecreative withwith Herringbone purfing pearlpearl Wood/fiber, .140" wide x 1/16" x 32". inlaysinlays Use two strips per Dreadnought top. 1020 Each Each, 6+ #1020 Straight ...... $5.66 $5.09 #4724 Bent set of 2 Set Set, 6+ for Dreadnought $10.74 $9.67 1026 Zipper backstrip 1/4" x 1/8" x 23". Each Each, 6+ Essential Pearl Cutting Tool Set 1027 #1026 $6.47 $5.82 Cut your own custom inlays and make your instru- ment unique. Our money-saving basic tool set is a D-28 backstrip .175" x 1/8" x 23". great way to get started. 1761 Each Each, 6+ #1027 $6.13 $5.52 • Inlay tracing scribe 1762 Mother-of-Pearl & Abalone Blanks • Pearl cutting saw Laminated purfings 7/64" deep x .050" flat blanks in 1-ounce packages, for cutting • 12 fne, 12 medium and 1763 31-1/2" long (b=black fiber; w=white custom inlays. Each package contains a variety of 12 extra-fne blades natural maple). Each Each, 6+ sizes, and is usually sufficient for cutting a fairly • Pearl cutting jig with Pearl Inlay book 1028 #1761 .020" b/w $2.15 $1.93 elaborate pattern. dust blower nozzle included! #1762 .040" b/w $2.15 $1.93 Package Pkg., 4+ 1764 #1763 .040" w/b/w $2.41 $2.17 #0950 White pearl ...... $28.90 $23.41 • Mini air pump and hose #1028 .060" w/b/w $2.88 $2.59 #4450 Figured white pearl $34.50 $27.94 • Cutting lubricant 1765 #1764 .040" b/w/b $2.88 $2.59 #4451 Gold pearl ...... $35.25 $28.55 #5195 $83.30 Save $14.70 #1765 .060" b/w/b $2.88 $2.59 #0959 Green abalone...... $47.60 $38.56 #1766 .047" b/w/b/w $3.15 $2.83 1766 #1767 .080" b/w/b/w $3.15 $2.83 Individual blanks #1996 White pearl, 1" x 2" ...$8.90 Pearl Cutting Saw Maple purfings .020" x 3/32" x 1767 #1992 Gold pearl, 1" x 1" .....$3.85 Aluminum tensioning frame with 31-1/2". Package of 6. #1982 Paua abalone, 1" x 1" $8.25 rubberized handle and 3" throat 1768 #1768-B Black Per package depth. Saw verticallly on the down- #1768-W Natural $8.60 stroke, with the pearl held flat on Pearl Inlay instruction book, page 93 a cutting jig. Fine blades are for intricate work; medium blades cut Natural wood bindings White pearl: familiar “fgured” or “swirled” pale shell. a bit faster. Extra-fine blades make These machined fine woods make beautiful edge Gold pearl: yellow on at least one side; aged look. cleaner cuts in Abalam.® Green abalone: dark green with minimum pale areas. trim. Unbent, approx. 33-1/2" x .080" x .250". #4611 Saw only $21.60 Available with .010"/.020"/.010" triple lamina- Paua abalone: colorful greens, blues and purples. Abalam®: a patchwork of abalone shell in thin epoxied Blades Packages of 12 tion at the bottom edge (w=white fiber; b=black). layers; used by guitar manufacturers to reduce waste. #0664 Extra-fine Actual size Each #0662 Fine $4.68 Each 12+ #0663 Medium package International customers please note: Due to U.S. Fish #2020 Rosewood and Wildlife Service restrictions, we can no longer ship $3.78 $3.02 pearl or abalone products outside the USA. Inlay Tracing Scribe #2021 Rosewood, w/b/w Fine-point 4-1/4" double-end steel $5.59 $4.47 scribe for tracing pearl out- lines on wood. Leaves Abalam® #1672 $11.00 #2022 Curly maple a close-fitting $3.50 $2.80 Laminated Abalone guide for your #2023 Curly maple, b/w/b Cut larger inlay patterns with routing tool. $6.24 $4.99 less waste. These popular .050" x 2-3/4" x 4-3/4" blanks are Tap-Ease™ #2024 Ebony made of colorful Paua shell in Cutting Lubricant $5.86 $4.69 thin epoxy-bonded layers. Each Apply like a crayon to saw blades #2025 Ebony, w/b/w layer is a patchwork of small and files to reduce friction, for smoother cuts and $8.18 $6.54 color-matched pieces. less chatter. Helps extend tool life. #1681 $6.85 Each Each, 3+ #2026 Curly koa #4444 $73.30 $65.24 $8.18 $6.54 5262 Abalam® laminated shell U.S. patent #5,776,581 Pearl Cutting Jig #2027 Curly koa, b/w/b $10.60 $8.48 No-Stick Filler Strip #2018 * 5194 $4.42 $3.54 Rout the ledges at the edge of the guitar, sandwich a #2019 Cocobolo, b/w/b* Our wooden 14" x 2-1/2" cutting platform has a no-stick strip between the blower nozzle that connects to an optional mini $6.62 $5.30 bindings, and glue and tape air pump. The gentle air stream keeps your work #2028 Bloodwood them all in place. When dust-free and easy to see. Clamp the jig to your $3.23 $2.58 dry, pull out the no-stick The “” way to bench, hold the pearl flat over the jig hole, and strip, and glue the purflings install abalone saw vertically on the down stroke. into the channel. Fast and #2029 Bloodwood, b/w/b purfings! #5194 Pearl cutting jig $12.82 easy! The strip is .062" x $5.53 $4.42 Each Each, 6+ #5262 Mini air pump (120 volts *Clean cocobolo with acetone, .095" x 36". #4469 $2.95 $2.36 AC) with 4-foot hose ...... $15.74 and glue with epoxy or super glue. 36 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Pre-cut Inlays Durable Actual sizes Rout more Downcut Inlay Bits solid carbide .050" white pearl Solid carbide reverse-spiral flutes cut precise Pearl & .050" gold pearl precise pearloid Abalone .050" paua abalone “no-fuzz” cavities for inlay work. 1-1/2" length; Each, Each, inlay .060" pearloid acrylic cavities 1/8" shank. For Dremel or Fore dom tools. Each 25+ 100+ Width of cut #0001 White $0.65 $0.45 $0.39 4mm (5/32") Gold #5150 1/32" Each #0001-G $0.67 $0.47 $0.40 Downcut #5151 3/64" $18.55 dot #0001-A Abalone $0.70 $0.49 $0.42 Inlays Standard bit: clean #5152 1/16" #0001-IP Pearloid $0.42 $0.37 $0.33 bit: fuzzy Each, 3+ #5153 3/32" per size #0002 White $0.65 $0.45 $0.39 #5150, 5151 and 5152 are fragile. #5154 1/8" $17.07 5mm (13/64") #0002-G Gold $0.67 $0.47 $0.40 Use only for routing intricate details. #5155 Set of all 5 bits dot #0002-A Abalone $0.70 $0.49 $0.42 #0002-IP Pearloid $0.42 $0.37 $0.33 $82.55 Save $10.20 Precision Router White Base, page 32 #0003 $0.65 $0.45 $0.39 6mm (15/64") #0003-G Gold $0.67 $0.47 $0.40 Abalone Purfing Inlays dot #0003-A Abalone $0.70 $0.49 $0.42 #0003-IP Pearloid $0.42 $0.37 $0.33 .050"-thick flat shell, .063" wide. Curved pieces can be bro- ken and mitered for tighter curves. Random-length natural 6mm (15/64") dot #0016 Black plastic$0.54 $0.47 $0.42 shell packages make about 15" of purfling. Inside dia. Length Package Pkg., 3+ 6.7mm (17/64") dot #0012 Black plastic$0.54 $0.47 $0.42 #1198 Green, straight — Random $15.78 $13.41 #1199 Green, curved 4.92" Random $21.51 $18.28 #0011 White $0.67 $0.47 $0.40 #4426 Paua, straight — Random $19.73 $16.77 #0011-G Gold $0.70 $0.49 $0.42 6.35mm (1/4") #4427 Paua, curved 4.92" Random $25.64 $21.79 #0011-A Abalone $0.72 $0.50 $0.43 dot How much purfing will you need? See our charts at stewmac.com/purfings #0011-IP Pearloid $0.44 $0.38 $0.34 Vintage Fender #0011-CL Clay* $0.44 $0.38 $0.34 #0004 White $0.75 $0.52 $0.45 7mm (17/64") #0004-G Gold $0.77 $0.54 $0.46 0972 ® International dot #0004-A Abalone $0.80 $0.56 $0.48 5685 Inlay Sets for Les Paul customers #0004-IP Pearloid $0.49 $0.43 $0.38 Flat .050" mother-of-pearl or .060" please note: #0014 White $0.85 $0.59 $0.51 pearloid acrylic, ready to inlay. Due to U.S. Fish and Wildlife 8mm (5/16") #0014-G Gold $0.88 $0.62 $0.53 For Gibson® Les Paul® Standard Service restric- dot #0014-A Abalone $0.91 $0.64 $0.55 9-piece sets. Set Set, 3+ tions, we can #0014-IP Pearloid $0.55 $0.48 $0.43 no longer ship #5685 White pearl $46.47 $41.36 #0005 White $1.86 $1.30 $1.12 genuine pearl or 5mm (13/64") #5685-IP Pearloid $30.21 $28.10 #0005-A Abalone $2.09 $1.46 $1.25 abalone products diamond Pearloid For Gibson® Les Paul® Custom outside the USA. #0005-IP $1.21 $0.85 $0.73 Pearloid acrylic 10-piece sets. #0006 White $1.99 $1.39 $1.19 Set Set, 3+ can be shipped 6mm (15/64") #0006-A Abalone $2.19 $1.53 $1.31 #0972 White pearl $43.00 $38.27 internationally. diamond #0972-IP Pearloid $27.95 $24.88 #0006-IP Pearloid $1.29 $0.90 $0.77 #0007 White $2.09 $1.46 $1.25 Les Paul® is a registered trademark of Gibson Guitar Corporation. 11.5mm (29/64") #0007-A Abalone $2.29 $1.60 $1.37 diamond #0007-IP Pearloid $1.36 $0.95 $0.82 #0008 White $2.19 $1.53 $1.31 14.5mm (37/64") #0008-A Abalone $2.49 $1.74 $1.49 diamond Essential #0008-IP Pearloid $1.42 $0.99 $0.85 Engraving 8mm diameter #0247 White $1.99 $1.39 $1.19 Set (5/16") star #0247-A Abalone $2.22 $1.55 $1.33

#0247-IP Pearloid $1.29 $0.90 $0.77

Pearl inlay book 12mm diameter #0248 White $2.42 $1.69 $1.45 included! (15/32") star #0248-A Abalone $2.70 $1.89 $1.62 Engraved pearl beautifies an instrument Pearloid and can increase its value. These tools #0248-IP $1.57 $1.10 $0.94 will get you started, with instructions and #1673 $75.52 Fretboard side dots Each, Each sample patterns for developing your skills. Save $16.56 Each 10+ 50+ 2.38mm (3/32") #0964 White $5.53 $4.70 $3.76 Onglette, fat and square gravers with handles • Double-end steel side dots, #0964-G Gold $5.85 $4.97 $3.98 scribe for guidelines • Pattern tracing stylus for transferring designs package of 10 #0964-A Abalone $5.99 $5.09 $4.07 to pearl • Laskin’s engraving fller • Instructions and sample patterns Inlaying pearl is creative and fun. #0964-IP Pearloid $3.59 $3.05 $2.44 Individual engraving tools Tips shown enlarged Gravers must be See page 93 for #0964-CL Clay* $3.59 $3.05 $2.44 1676 curves; fine lines shortened to fit #1676 Onglette graver $15.59 instruction book ® your hand. See * Clay dots are .060" Corian with cream vintage Fender look. #1677 Flat graver ...... $15.59 1677 lettering; lining our Engraving Set and DVDs. We recommend epoxy or super glue for installing all our inlays #1678 Square graver .....$15.59 instructions at and side dots. #1674 Wooden handle ....$2.45 1678 general purpose stewmac.com #1157 Pattern tracing stylus for transferring designs $3.19 Inlay Filler Colors Stewart- MacDonald Powdered opaque pig- Epoxies ments for mixing with Laskin’s Engraving Filler Available in epoxy when inlaying black for Master engraver William Laskin’s blended black filler pearl. 1-ounce jars. inlaying in stick accents delicate engraved cuts. Simply rub it in #1856 Black, for ebony Each ebony and wipe off the excess. #4406 $7.82 #1858 Brown, for rosewood $9.88 Page 44

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 37 Pickguards & Templates

Ball-bearing Router Bits Pickguard Carbide-tipped bits with 1/2" cutting height, for Screws use with our pickguard/body cavity tem plates (be- low). The ball-bearing guide matches the cutting Phillips ovalhead, for counter sunk pickguards. diameter, and the long 1/4"-dia meter shank allows Each, multiple-pass routing. Heat-resistant sleeve (not For Fender 1/2" Each 100+ #0035 Chrome $0.37 $0.19

Pickguards shown) holds the bearing in place. Stack an extra bearing on the shank #0035-B Black $0.49 $0.25 for deep cavities, and use the 3/8" bit Foil #0035-G Gold $0.63 $0.33 only for routing corners. shield #0174 Stainless $0.42 $0.22 For Gibson 3/8" #0583 3/8" diameter* $26.95 #4387 Nickel $0.37 $0.19 #0693 1/2" diameter $29.75 #4387-B Black $0.37 $0.19 #0565 Both $52.16 Save $4.54 Pickguards #4387-G Gold $0.42 $0.22 Extra bearings for Strat® .080" single-ply or .100" laminated. #1288 For 3/8" bit $5.90 w=white; b=black; m=mint green; #1289 For 1/2" bit $5.60 tortoise pattern is printed. * #0583 includes two bearings. For three single-coil pickups Laminations / mounting holes Each Each, 3+ #0071 White (8) ...... $14.69 $11.61 #0063 Black (8) ...... $14.69 $11.61 #0074 White/black/white (11) $18.60 $14.69 ’50s style ® #0075 Black/white/black (11) $18.60 $14.69 Black Bakelite #1957 Mint/black/mint (11) ....$18.60 $14.69 #0069 Tortoise/m/b/m (11) ...... $32.33 $25.54 #1959 Pearloid/w/b/m (11) ...... $31.70 $25.04 Pickguards for Tele® .060" single-ply, or .100" laminated. For two single-coils with Laminations / mounting holes Each Each, 3+ Laser-cut humbucking lead pickup #0060 White (5) ...... $11.25 $9.56 for accuracy Laminations / mounting holes Each Each, 3+ #0061 Black (5) ...... $11.25 $9.56 #0062 White/black/white (11) $22.94 $16.98 #0076 White/black/white (8*) $17.64 $14.99 Pickguard & Body Cavity #0064 Black/white/black (11) $22.94 $16.98 #0077 Black/white/black (8*) $17.64 $14.99 #1961 Tortoise/m/b/m (8*) ...... $22.40 $19.04 Routing Templates #1960 Pearloid/w/b/m (8*) ...... $23.40 $19.89 Time-saving 3/16" transparent acrylic templates Pickguards *Plus pickup mounting holes. Tortoise pattern is printed. guide your router accurately for clean results. ® for Gibson Genuine Black Bakelite® Pickguards Attach with countersunk screws or double-stick ® Les Paul .084" single-ply, early ’50s style. 5 screw holes. tape. Centerlines are laser-etched when needed For full-size hum buckers. Each Each, 3+ for correct placement. .100" thick, with 1" x 2-1/4" #0059 Neck pickup rout (Tele®) $29.95 $25.46 #1089 Complete set $59.36 Save $7.34 chrome bracket and screws. #0058 No pickup rout (Esquire®) $29.95 $25.46 Each, 3+ #1083 P-90 pickup cavity / pickguard cutout, #1126 Black/white/black Each per model and Gibson® mini humbucker cavity ...... $5.55 #1127 Cream $16.77 $14.25 #1094 Gibson® humbucker cavity...... $5.55 0081 0082 Bracket only Each Each, 3+ Rear Cover Plates #1095 Humbucker pickguard cutout ...... $5.55 #0105 Chrome, with screws $4.37 $3.71 ® ® Tremolo spring covers #1096 Strat (or Tele neck pickup) cavity $5.55 #0105-N Nickel, with screws $4.37 $3.71 ® have restringing holes. #1097 Strat pickguard cutout ...... $5.55 #0105-G Gold, with screws $7.38 $6.27 #1099 Tele® bridge pickup cavity ...... $5.55 #0081 control cavity #1103 P Bass® cavity / pickguard cutout ...... $5.55 cover is 3-1/2" x 7-3/4" #1111 Jazz Bass® neck pickup cavity / Bass Pickguards x 1/8"; edges are squared pickguard cutout ...... $5.55 for flush mounting. ® Approximately #1090 Jazz Bass bridge pickup .100" thick. Order #0035 pickguard screws, above. cavity / pickguard cutout ...... $5.55 Laminations / mounting holes Each Each, 3+ #1117 Rear cavity for our # 0081 #0082 White (6) ...... $3.82 $3.25 cover plate (at right); set of 2 templates $16.75 #0082-B Black (6) ...... $3.82 $3.25 Tremolo routing templates on page 68 #0082-M Mint/b/mint green (6)* $6.29 $5.35 1963 #0082-T Tortoise/m/b/m(6)* ...... $10.57 $8.98 3M® Double-stick Tape #0082-P Pearloid/w/b/m (6)* ...... $10.17 $8.64 1962 #0081 Black control cover (4) .....$10.74 $9.56 Clear polyester, adhesive-coated *#0082-M, 0082-T, 0082-P have a single rectangular string For Jazz Bass® on both sides. 2" x 108 feet. access hole. m=mint green; tortoise pattern is printed. #1689 $18.95 Laminations / mounting holes Each Each, 3+ #1963 Tortoise/m/b/m (11) ...... $24.39 $20.73 Neck Joint Cavity Template For Fender guitar For P Bass® Each Each, 3+ and bass with radiused neck heel. #0079 Black/white/black (13) $23.99 $20.39 3/8" thick, with instructions. #1120 $22.75 #1962 Tortoise/m/b/m (13) ...... $35.27 $29.98 m=mint green; tortoise patterns are printed. Blank Template Clear acrylic, 9-3/8" x 6" x 3/16", for making your own templates Strat,® Tele,® Esquire,® P Bass® and Jazz Bass® are registered or clamping cauls. #1088 $6.54 trademarks of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation.

Pickguard shielding foil for solidbodies, page 52

38 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Pickguards Luthiers Glues Tortoise Pickguard Material Original Titebond® The luthier’s for Archtop favorite aliphatic resin glue, for joints Instruments that are stronger than the wood.

#0620 16-ounce $7.95 Pickguards Thick actylic tortoise for making elevated pick- guards. The color is swirled throughout the gloss- Titebond® III Superior strength, a surface material, not printed on a layer like other longer open time, and compatibility pickguards, for translucence that varies with the with all finishes. darkness of the instrument body. Resists warping #0621 16-ounce $9.95 Pickguard Materials better than traditional celluloid. 6-11/16" x 11- at stewmac.com Available pickguard plastics include black (b), 13/16" sheets. Thickness* Each Each, 3+ white (w), cream, pearloid and tortoise. Dimen- #1700 .080"-.090" $23.22 $20.67 Weld-On Cement for bindings sions are 11-1/4" x 19-1/8" unless otherwise noted. #1701 .120"-.130 $33.75 $30.04 Fast-drying clear acrylic cement for gluing *Thicknesses vary because this material is handmade. our plastic bindings to wood. Bindings #5865 Black, .025" x 8-3/4" Each Each, 3+ x 11-3/8", self-adhesive ...... $9.90 $8.81 can be untaped in an hour, and scraped #1048 Black, .035" ...... $12.95 $11.53 Tortoloid Pickguard Material flush after 12 hours. 1.5-ounce tube. Each Each, 3+ #1030 Black, .059" ...... $12.95 $11.53 Authentic vintage look • Cut your own shapes #1975 $7.29 $6.49 #1031 Black, .083" ...... $13.98 $12.44 Modern “printed” pickguards don’t compare to the Weld-On Cement cannot be #1035 White, .059"...... $12.95 $11.53 vintage look of Tortoloid. Individually cast with shipped by air, or outside the USA. #1033 White, .083"...... $13.98 $12.44 Bevel cutter poured resins and dyes by luthier Mario Proulx; no #1037 B/w/b, .106" ...... $14.20 $12.64 two sheets have exactly the same pattern. Semi- W/b/w, .106" ...... on page 26 #1039 $16.20 $14.42 transparent amber areas intensify the soundboard Electric Glue Pot #1041 B/w/b/w/b, .106" ...... $16.98 $15.11 color. Each shrink-resistant 4-3/4" x 7-1/2" x .025" The easy way to dissolve hide #1051 Cream, .085" x 12" x 18" ..... $15.14 $13.47 glue in water at the proper Pearloid/w/b/m, .106" ...... sheet is a mere .025" thin, so your guitar’s tone #1040 $44.40 $39.52 thermostatically-controlled #1049 Tortoise/m/black/m, .106" ... $34.75 $30.93 won’t be dampened. Each Each, 3+ per color temperature. 1-quart capacity #5864 Brown tortoise, self-adhesive, $29.90 $25.41 .025" x 7-1/8" x 11-1/2" $32.97 $29.34 minimizes wasted glue. This pot #3419 Clear self-adhesive Mylar® for acoustic, #2093 Antique tortoise features a removable aluminum .005" x 10" x 13", set of 4 $17.81 $15.85 2093 The authentic look of antique container and a handy mixing/ m=mint green; tortoise patterns are printed. Hawksbill tortoise shell. wiping device. Hard-to-find 5-ply b/w/b/w/b with vintage #2097 Amber tigerstripe #0668 120 volts AC ...... $131.94 Gibson®-style wide white 4th lamination; #2098 Red tigerstripe #0668-FE 220 volts AC .. $148.55 ® .120" x 12" x 18". #1042 $29.00 For Gibsons. Amber for 220-volt plug 2097 natural and light 2098 soundboards; red for typical Behlen Hide Glue Self-adhesive darker sunbursts. The traditional luthier’s glue. Pickguards #2096 Red swirl It makes stronger wood joints The look of early 1940s than bottled hide glues, but Martin celluloid pickguards. allows disassembly with a hot 2096 knife. Granulated, for dissolv- Tortoloid can be cut easily with ing in warm water in an electric scissors if warmed in hot water or glue pot. 1-pound container; with a hairdryer to prevent chip- ping. The edges can be sanded and 164 gram strength. polished, or beveled with a blade. at stewmac.com #0669 $18.50 High-gloss PVC plastic pick guards in Dreadnought at stewmac.com See #4597 adhesive sheet at left shape. Self-adhesive for easy installation. 2-3/8" ® radius at the soundhole edge. Each Each, 3+ Tortoloid Dreadnought Titebond Liquid Hide Glue #5861 Black, .025" ...... $3.99 $3.55 Pickguards Hide glue in ready-to-use liquid form. #5862 Clear, .011" ...... $3.59 $3.20 Self-adhesive! Allows more clamping time than hot #5860 Brown tortoise, .025" $8.92 $7.94 The look of antique Hawks- hide glue. 8-ounce bottle. Tortoise pattern is printed. bill tortoise shell. Available #0652 $10.97 in modern Martin shape No brush (replace your stock “printed” pickguard), or slightly Pickguard Adhesive Sheet No mess Pinpoint-accurate gluing 3M® adhesive in a .002" x 6" x 8" sheet with easy- oversize. Only .025" thin, with 2-3/8" radius at the soundhole edge. peel protective covering. Adhere the sheet to the Each, Glue Syringe pickguard, trim the excess, peel, and attach to the #2090 Modern shape Each per size This easy-to-clean nylon/ guitar. Use on finished surfaces only. #2091 Oversize $29.90 $25.41 stainless steel 10cc syringe injects glue precisely Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ into joints and under loose braces or frets. The #4597 $3.35 $2.91 $2.51 NEW Fineline Applicators set includes the syringe and five each of versatile Durable and reusable! .024" and .016"-bore needles. For waterbase glues Empty bottles with only; not for use with super glues or epoxy. De-Glue Goo stainless steel needle #3020 Complete set $12.60 Dissolves waterbase glues tips for precision Replacement needles available at stewmac.com Strip away dried hide glue, Titebond or application of glues, white glue. Apply a thick layer onto an stains, oils — even area with old glue, wait 10-30 minutes, graphite powders. Glue Brush 3/8" wide; 6" metal handle. scrape off the sludge! Great for glue #3030 Set of 2, fine $8.95 #4167 Package of 12 $2.80 joint squeeze-out too. #7012 $9.50 #3031 Set of 2, standard $8.95 Not for use with super glues.

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 39 Finishing Supplies Spraying lacquers Nitrocellulose aerosol lacquers

Seagrave ® Nitrocellulose ColorTone Aerosol Lacquer Guitar Lacquer The easiest professional fnish Legendary McFadden lacquer is now under Superior, fast-drying nitrocellulose the Seagrave banner. lacquer in convenient 13-ounce Favored by many luthiers for durable traditional spray cans, for a hard, durable fin- finishes with beautiful gloss. Spray with or without ish. The rotating-tip nozzle sprays thinning, for fast build-up in multiple coats. It can a horizontal or vertical pattern. We be polished and buffed after as few as seven days, recommend spraying multiple thin and is compatible with ColorTone® liquid stains coats, in a low humidity environ-

Finishes and liquid pigments. Formulated for spraying on ment. Sanding sealer (one coat equals two lacquer Clear Waterbase Lacquer wood sealed with Seagrave vinyl sealer, or on coats) seals stained or unstained wood before color or finish coats are applied. One can of sealer and We’ve had excellent results spraying this mod- unfinished wood. Each Each, 4+ 4-6 cans of lacquer will usually finish a complete ern nonflammable, environmentally friendly #2200 1 quart $34.37 $29.90 instrument. alternative to traditional nitrocellulose lacquer. Seagrave Vinyl Sealer Each Each, 3+ Available in quart cans for the small shop, it’s a #3881 Clear gloss ...... $12.48 $11.11 Use this compatible sealer to spray a level surface polyacrylic waterbase blend that dries hard and #3882 Clear satin ...... $12.48 $11.11 for topcoats of Seagrave nitrocellulose lacquer. It sands easily, with nonyellowing clarity. Simple to #3885 Black gloss ...... $12.48 $11.11 has a higher solids content for a faster finish build. apply—no separate sealer required! Tint with our #3883 Clear sanding sealer $12.48 $11.11 ColorTone® liquid stains or waterbase pigments; Each Each, 4+ #2201 1 quart $34.37 $29.90 anti-fade UV stabilizers help keep the colors rich Traditional guitar colors, too. and bright. Your spray equipment cleans up easily Seagrave Lacquer Thinner with soap and water. Choose gloss or satin formu- For thinning Seagrave nitrocellulose lacquer and lation, for awesome finishes you can be proud of. vinyl sealer, and for cleaning spray equipment. #1779 Clear gloss, 1 quart Each Each, 4+ #1780 Clear satin, 1 quart #2202 1 quart $21.44 $18.65 $28.33 each Seagrave fnishing products cannot be shipped by air, or outside the USA. Nitrocellulose lacquer products should Now you can apply traditional nitrocellulose guitar not be used with acrylic lacquers. colors and sunbursts without a compressor and spray equipment! ColorTone® tinted aerosol guitar lacquers let the beauty of fine instrument woods ® show through. 13-ounce cans. ColorTone Each Each, 3+ Waterbase #5880 Vintage amber $18.56 $16.52 Grain Filler #5881 Cherry red ...... $18.56 $16.52 #5882 Tobacco brown $18.56 $16.52 Our first choice #5883 Red mahogany $18.56 $16.52 for filling and Aerosol lacquers cannot be shipped by air, or outside Behlen Nitrocellulose Stringed leveling the pores of the USA. Nitrocellulose lacquer products should not be Instrument Spraying Lacquer open-grain woods such used with acrylic lacquers. as rosewood, ash, koa and Behlen lacquer produces a hard, durable fin- Aerosol spraying is an economical way to apply a fnish mahogany, before spraying ish that’s more flex ible than furniture lacquer, without spray equipment. Aerosols can produce a slightly a finish. No shrinking or cracking; it thins with to accommodate the expansion and contraction rougher surface, so additional level-sanding may be needed. water, brushes on, dries fast and sands easily. It can of wooden instruments. Better resistance to cold- be tinted with most stains and waterbase pigments, checking and scuffs, too. It’s ready to spray (no and is compatible with most sealers and topcoats. Blush Eraser Helps reflow a blushed thinning required), for fast build-up in multiple Solvent-free and nonflammable. Supplied in paste (whitened) nitrocellulose lacquer surface coats. For use on wood that has been sealed with form in 4-ounce jars. Available in traditional guitar to free trapped moisture, and “melts-in” Behlen vinyl sealer, or on unfinished wood. colors, plus neutral (light tan base filler suitable for overspray after spot finish repairs. Each Each, 4+ #1313 13-ounce aerosol $11.25 #4841 1 quart $22.88 $19.91 custom tinting) and clear-drying. “It’s grain filler, , crack filler, hole-filler and Behlen Vinyl Sealer Spray this compatible mistake patcher, all in one product.” —Dan Erlewine Behlen Fisheye Flowout base to seal the wood and build up a level surface When fisheyes (craters caused by residues Ash (maple//pine) for Behlen nitrocellulose lacquer topcoats. #0220-A #0220-MB Rosewood (medium brown) of silicone polishes or oils in the wood) Each Each, 4+ #0220-RB Rosewood (reddish brown) appear in the initial finish coats, add a few #4843 1 quart $20.14 $17.52 #0220-E Ebony drops of Fisheye Flowout to the lacquer Each before respraying. Behlen Lacquer Reducer For thinning Behlen #0220-M Mahogany $6.99 nitrocellulose lacquer and vinyl sealer, and clean- #0220-N Neutral #0849 1 ounce $15.60 ing spray equipment. Each Each, 4+ #5577 Clear, 1 pint $21.80 #0855 1 quart $20.35 $17.70 1 quart of lacquer will fnish: How much 1 acoustic guitar body and neck, or Behlen Lacquer Retarder Before spraying Grain Filler Leveler lacquer 2 complete mandolins, or nitrocellulose lacquer in hot, humid conditions, 2-3 solid guitar or bass bodies, or A handy tool for applying will you retarder can be added to slow the drying time. and leveling grain filler, 3-5 electric guitar or bass necks, or Helps prevent blushing (whitening) in the finish need? 4 ukuleles, or and removing excess. 2-3 banjo rims and necks due to trapped moisture. 5-7/8" hard plastic with #0848 1 quart $23.75 These are averages. Your results may vary according to flexible rubber edges. your spray gun adjustments and spraying pressure, and Behlen fnishing products cannot be #4939 $11.70 the number and thickness of your fnish coats. shipped by air, or outside the USA. 40 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Finishing Stains & pigments Supplies Book included! Questions about ColorTone® fnishing? Look here frst! Aerosol Includes stain mixing charts, color gallery Finishing of vintage fnishes, and recipes for Kit recreating them. Keeping ® it simple! ColorTone Liquid Stains Finishes For transparent fade-resistant Guitar Finishing Step-By-Step Great choice for frst-time fnishers colored fnishes By Dan Erlewine and Don MacRostie Easy-to-apply gloss nitrocellulose fnish Add these lightfast metal-complex dyes to clear The definitive reference for finishing fretted instru- ments. You’ll learn about materials, equipment and Full selection of polishing compounds lacquer, shellac, waterbase or catalyzed finishes. Guitar Finishing book included! techniques, discover recipes for famous finishes, and They can be reduced with water or alcohol for use gain the confidence to finish like a pro. The focus • Clear aerosol (4 cans) • Guitar Finishing on bare wood, and mixed for any desired intensity. is nitrocellulose lacquer, the most common guitar • Clear aerosol sealer Step-by-Step book One 2-ounce bottle makes two quarts of stain. finish, with extra information on , oils and • Polishing compounds French polishing. 188 pages, softcover. (four 4-ounce grades) #1850 Complete #5029 All 10 colors #5037 Lemon yellow • Finishing papers $109.25 $196.55 Save $10.35 #5038 Cherry red #5095 $29.95 (22 sheets) Save $36.42 #5039 Blue #5030 Vintage amber Materials and tools How to use This kit cannot be shipped by air, or outside the USA. #5040 Black #5032 Red mahogany #5041 Bright green abrasives, fillers, colorants, top- We recommend ColorTone® grain filler for finishing #5033 Medium brown #5042 Orange coats, spray equipment and buffers. porous woods such as mahogany, ash or rosewood. #5034 Tobacco brown $20.69 each Basic fnishing steps Recipes for popular fnishes ® ® ColorTone Liquid Fender blond, sunbursts and NEW ColorTone Repair scratches ® Touchup Markers without brushing Pigments For Lacquer solids; Gibson goldtop, cherry or spraying red and sunbursts; basic Martin- Genuine nitrocellulose Brilliant colors for spraying style finish, and lots more! guitar lacquer in a marker opaque lacquer fnishes pen. Perfect for finish These concentrated pigments mix Color gallery Stain mixing charts, photos of vintage finishes, and the touchups, like fixing in clear lacquer to produce opaque steps in waterbase finishing. scratches and minor (sol id) colors—combine them for sand-throughs. The right infinite hues. After spraying the match for our ColorTone® color coats, spray clear lacquer top- coats for depth and high gloss. Not liquid stains and tinted ® aerosol lacquers. The for use with alcohol base, waterbase Preval Aerosol clear lacquer is good for or finishes. 4-ounce bottles. Sprayer small repairs in clear finishes, for spot-sealing #5231 Black #5235 Brown Each Mix and spray tints, and to mask bindings before you stain the #5232 White #5236 Blue $14.25 your own custom surrounding wood. Aged Lacquer has a subtle tint #5233 Red #5237 Green stains and fnishes to match old finishes. Now available in Blonde, #5234 Yellow A thrifty alternative TV Yellow and Sonic Blue, too! ColorTone® Liquid Pigments for lacquer when shop spraying cannot be shipped by air, or outside the USA. #7050 Clear Lacquer #7052 Vintage Amber equipment is unavail- NEW #7051 Aged Lacquer #7053 Cherry Red able. Disposable aero- ® sol unit with siphon NEW #7057 Blonde #7054 Tobacco Brown ColorTone Liquid Pigments NEW #7058 TV Yellow #7055 Red Mahogany and removable glass jar lets you mix and spray up NEW #7059 Sonic Blue #7056 Black For Waterbase Lacquer to 16 ounces of stains or finishes. $9.90 each Concentrated pigments formulated #5043 Aerosol unit with jar ...... $7.49 for mixing with water base lacquer to ColorTone® touchup markers cannot be shipped by air, #5044 Replacement aerosol unit $5.90 or outside the USA. create opaque (solid) colors. Spray Not for use with waterbase finishes. Keep the nozzle clean, clear water base topcoats for final gloss. and have extra aerosol units on hand for quick replacement. 4-ounce bottles. Aerosol units cannot be shipped by air, or outside the USA. NEW Black #5361 Black #5365 Brown Each Fingerboard Stain #5362 White #5366 Blue $14.25 Most ebony today is naturally #5363 Red #5367 Green #5364 Yellow vGrip Aerosol streaked with brown and gray. Spray Handle Our favorite way to make ebony uniformly black is Hig- Universal trigger gins' famous India Ink. This is Stain Mixing Cups for spray cans the darkest black we've ever Handy graduated 1-ounce plastic cups. This durable plastic found. Non-toxic, non-wa- Safe for lacquer thinner, alcohol and trigger-action handle terproof and non-flammable. ace tone. Set of 10. #4199 $5.29 lets you use an aerosol Mixes well with dark tints to can like a spray gun, make them darker, too. Wipe for much better comfort and smoother control. Ebony in on, and wipe off the excess as Keeps your finger away from the spray. Snaps a bottle needed. 2-ounce bottle. onto ColorTone® and Preval® aerosols, and most #4237 $4.95 standard spray cans. #5063 $6.75

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 41 Finishing BIG 14" wheels Supplies Optimum 715 rpm bufng speed Powerful 3/4 hp motor Freehand Turn the Holder wheel… How do you hold an instru- ment for spraying? Check out the Freehand Holder! Clamp the sturdy steel Plenty of clearance frame into your vise, fasten for larger guitar bodies …reach the entire body easily a guitar body or neck to the rotating handwheel BIG power bufer for small shops shaft, and simply turn the Get beautiful high-gloss fnishes wheel as you spray. The

Finishes A better way body moves to you, for easy to hold your uniform coverage. That StewMac work for spray fnishing means less time and effort Guitar Bufer at the sanding stage, too. 36" shaft: extra clearance for big guitars Quick-change attachments Wide: for acoustic and solidbody Big: 14" buffing wheels for maximum polishing area guitars are included. Smooth: Big pillow block shaft bearings Powerful: 3/4 hp (1725 rpm) motor, pulley and belt #6130 Complete $88.92

Extra attachments #3080 Complete outfit, 120-volt $636.77 each Swap bodies quickly for #3084 Complete outfit, 230-volt Save $33.51 production finishing. Includes arbor, V-belt, motor with pulley, fine and #6131 Acoustic $12.98 medium compounds, 4 buffing wheels with flanges, #6132 Solidbody $14.52 rake and instructions for making your own base. Screws not included. at stewmac.com #3081 Outfit without motor $496.98 Save $20.71 Everything except the motor; you supply your own. #3082 Arbor only, with belt and flanges ...... $363.25 #3083 Motor only (with 1.89" pulley), 120-volt $152.59 #3085 Motor only (with 1.89" pulley), 230-volt $152.59 Spray fnishing equipment Ideal for #2084 Buffing wheel only, 14" diameter retouching Airbrush Outft and graphics at stewmac.com for 1"-diameter arbor shaft. Each Each, 4+ Use at least two per shaft...... $19.20 $16.70 Ready to connect to your compressor at 15-60 psi for fine spraying. The Bufer Base airbrush has a .4mm nozzle and adjust- Sturdy 11-3/4" x 20" x 1-1/2" plywood, able fluid cap. Two 2-ounce glass jars drilled for our buffer. Fits our ShopStand let you mix and spray lacquers and (page 20), or attach to your own stand. stains (not for use with waterbase fin- #3086 Base only $49.95 ishes). Flexible 10-foot braided hose. #3087 Hardware set (screws, locknuts and washers) $5.95 #5439 Complete outfit $26.55 Each Each, 6+ #5440 Extra 2-ounce jar with lid $1.99 $1.59 at stewmac.com Bufng Supplies Menzerna Compounds The professional guitar finisher’s favorite compound bars. #3174 Extra-fine (ivory), 1.75 lb. ...$17.28 Gravity-feed Spray Gun #3167 Fine (brownish ivory), 3 lb. $26.70 #3168 Medium (pink), 3 lb...... $26.70 A great value for the small shop #3169 Coarse (brown), 3 lb...... $26.70 Here’s a quality affordable gun chosen by our guitar 12" Wheels For our older arbor. Canton techs. Adjustable spraying pattern, air valve and fluid flannel, fits 3/4"-diameter shaft. Use at least control. Convenient 4-ounce see-through nylon cup two per shaft. Each Each, 4+ with screw-on lid. This modern HVLP (high volume, #3161 $17.55 $15.27 low pressure) gun produces less overspray to save fin- ish, and works with a standard compressor. Cleaning Wheel Rake Cleans off old compound, and brush included. 0.8mm nozzle. Your finish coats will rejuvenates buffing wheels. #3164 $24.24 be more even than ever before, making final sanding A must for spraying! and polishing a breeze! #5429 $34.95 TGH Luthier Spray Hooks Respirator Heavy-duty 12" This gun requires a 1/4"air hose fitting, regulator, and a compressor that produces Mask steel hooks hang at least 3 cfm at 90 psi. We recommend spraying nitrocellulose lacquer at 35 psi, Comfortable guitars or necks and waterbase finish at 45 psi. thermoplastic for spray finish- molds to your face ing. Fits 3/8"-dia- and fits over eyewear. meter or larger Spray Gun Cleaning Kit Two chemically-charged pegholes. Don’t damage your gun with makeshift cartridges provide protection from #0890 Set of 3 cleaning tools! This versatile 17-piece vapors. NIOSH approved. $19.95 brush set cleans all types of spray guns #5855 $45.25 and airbrushes. #1073 $15.45 #5856 Replacement cartridges, set of 2 $17.95

42 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Finishing & Sanding 3M Stikit™ Self- adhesive Abrasives Individual rolls #5766 80-grit $29.25 Efcient • Highly durable #5767 120-grit $28.40 Luthiers’ favorite papers! #5768 220-grit $28.40 Foam Stikit™ is 3M’s Gold paper #5769 320-grit $28.40 Economical #5760 400-grit $28.40 Polishing Pads featuring handy self-adhesive 15-yard rolls backing. The convenient #5761 600-grit $28.40 • High gloss fnishes without swirl marks for small shops 2-3/4" roll width fits our fin- #5762 800-grit $28.40 • Use your variable-speed hand drill Handy size fts our gerboard radius-sanding tools, making it a real time-saver in the repair Your finishes can have a more professional look radius-sanding tools shop. 3M Gold™ papers simply outlast and outperform other dry-sanding when you use these fiber-free foam buffing pads. papers! The sharp premium aluminum oxide grit cuts like a file and resists They’re ideal for applying polishing compounds Attach to your benchtop Finishes for a fast non-slip loading up with dust. with your power buffer or variable-speed hand sanding surface drill. The gentle polishing action helps avoid swirl Stikit™ woodworkers set Stikit™ fret & fnishing set marks, fine scratches and burn-through. Four sizes Great for quick custom 80, 120 and 220-grit rolls 320, 400, 600 and 800-grit rolls include versatile cone and hourglass-shaped pads sanding blocks #5771 $81.75 Save $4.30 #5772 $107.92 Save $5.68 for getting into guitar cutaways and hard-to- They reach contours. Each at stewmac.com Micro Finishing Papers pad has a 1/4"-dia- simply last Micro-grit abrasives for water- meter arbor. longer! sanding scratch-free finishes. Tip: Use a separate pad for 3M Gold The grit particles are uniform each grade of compound, Fre-Cut™ to avoid adding scratches in size, to virtually eliminate to your finish. Apply com- Sandpapers sanding scratches. Perfect for pounds in sequence, from Luthiers’ favorite dry-sanding papers. Aluminum modern polyester finishes or for coarser to finer grades. oxide grit cuts fast and resists clogging. Treated to traditional lacquered surfaces. After sanding, use ColorTone® polishing com- #3420 Diameter Each Each, 2+ help prevent “fish eyes” (cratering) in waterbase All 4 sizes #3414 5-1/2"...... $15.95 $14.35 finishes. These papers simply last longer—thats’s pounds for the final high gloss. 9" x 5-1/2" sheets. $47.74 #3410 3" ...... $11.98 $10.78 why we use them in our own shops. 9" x 11" sheets. #5557 800-grit $0.46 #3411 3-1/8" cone ...... $11.98 $10.78 Per sheet #5558 1000-grit $0.55 Save #5096 150-grit #5099 400-grit at stewmac.com $4.15 #3409 3-1/8" hourglass $11.98 $10.78 $1.61 #5559 1200-grit $0.62 #5097 220-grit #5100 600-grit #5560 1500-grit $0.69 #5098 320-grit #5101 800-grit Each, 50+ $1.14 #5561 2000-grit $0.72

® Fre-Cut™/Micro Finishing Paper Sampler Package of 22, #5562 $22.78 ColorTone containing two sheets of each Fre-Cut™ and Micro Finishing Paper grit. Save $2.81 Polishing Compounds Micro-Mesh® Finishing Abrasives Remove fine The fnal step for sanding scratches a beautiful fnish Tiny abrasive crystals on cushioned cloth-backed latex generate less heat, don’t on instrument “load up” as fast as ordinary papers, and last up to 15 times longer. Used with soapy water, Micro-Mesh® can produce a scratch-free mirror shine. finishes and plastics, without leaving Scratch-free silicone residue to hamper future fnishes! Micro-Mesh® Finishing Set #1500, 1800, 2400, 3200, 3600, 4000, 6000, 8000 refinishing. Apply by and 12000-grits (two 3" x 6" pieces each), with 2-7/8" x 2-7/8" x 15/16" foam hand with a soft and instructions. #3706 Finishing Set ...... $53.50 cloth, or with foam #3701 Sanding block only $3.49 rotary polishing Micro-Mesh® Touch-up Stick Com bines #2400, pads. After sanding 4000, and 12000 grits on padded flat surfaces, for Soft Touch Pads Micro-Mesh® a new finish with spot touch-ups and fret polishing. Each Each, 3+ abrasive on both sides of a foam 600-800 grit papers, #3707 $2.08 $1.54 center—extra cushioning for pol- buff with Coarse ishing high gloss surfaces. Great compound. If your Dual Angle Touch-up Sticks for touch-ups and finish sanding. final sanding is 1200 grit, start with Medium. Fine Versatile shape for spot polishing. Each set of 9 includes #1500, 1800, compound is used after Medium, for super-high Each stick has one grit per side. 2400, 3200, 3600, 4000, 6000, gloss. Swirl Remover on a foam rotary pad removes 1500 + 1800 5-3/4" length. 8000 and 12000 grits. buffing marks and extremely fine sanding scratches 2400 + 3600 Size Set Set, 3+ on fresh finishes. It can also be used by hand for a 4000 + 6000 #3650 Set of 4 #3730 2" x 2" $11.21 $9.98 8000 + 12000 $6.24 high lustre on new or aged finishes. #3731 3" x 4" $24.48 $21.79 #1202 Medium, 1.65-lb. Each #1205 #1203 Fine, 1.65-lb. $22.65 All 3 3M Flexible Polishing Papers #1204 Swirl Remover, 16-oz. $64.55 at stewmac.com Save $3.40 Use these revolutionary flexible wet-or-dry papers like cloth, to polish con- toured finishes, pickguards, inlays, and more. No dark residue in porous bone Economical 4-oz. bottles nuts and saddles! Each 9" x 11" sheet is #1848 #6040 Green, 30 micron/400 grit #1844 Coarse coated with micro particles of aluminum #1845 Medium Each All 4 #6041 Gray, 15 micron/600 grit $7.95 $27.03 oxide (1200-8000 grit) or silicon carbide #6042 Blue, 9 micron/1200 grit #1846 Fine (400-600 grit) on a synthetic backing. The #1847 Swirl Remover Save $4.77 #6043 Pink, 3 micron/4000 grit coating won’t clog quickly, and the sheet #6044 Aqua, 2 micron/6000 grit washes easily in water. Preservation Polish, page 44 #6045 White, 1 micron/8000 grit Silicone-free, repair shop friendly! #6046 All 6 grits $13.80 Save $1.20 $2.50 per sheet

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Universal acoustic Schatten pickup L.R. Baggs Element™ Active System Soundboard ® Transducer Undersaddle The Element system works with common string Matrix transducer, preamp spacings and saddle widths, with uniform string A popular basic piezo transducer with wide-range Infnity jack & soundhole controls balance. The secret is the flexible undersaddle response, for the underside of a soundboard. It Based on the Acoustic Matrix™ undersaddle transducer, designed for more efficient contact and works for a variety of instruments and installs with transducer, this popular system features an endpin sensitivity. The discrete class-A preamp/endpin supplied adhesive. 18" shielded cord. The Switch- ™ jack/preamp, soundhole-mounted volume control, jack has pre-contoured EQ, plus a soundhole- jack tightens from outside the guitar, and accepts and tone control to cut mids while boosting treble mounted no-solder mini volume control. No-drill a standard 1/4" plug (1/2"-diameter mounting hole and bass. It works for string spacings up to 2-1/2", mesh battery bag included. 9-volt battery required. needed). Preamp recommended (page 46), but sensing the entire saddle for balanced sound. #1263 $131.00 not required. Each Each, 3+ Electronics Switchable voicing adapts to a variety of guitar #3914 With nickel jack $38.90 $34.62 sizes. 9-volt battery required. #3916 Transducer only $22.95 $20.43 #3234 1/8" saddle width Each Acoustic Soundhole #3235 3/32" saddle width $169.15 Microphone Popular mini low impedance Natural unidirectional mic on a sound… flexible gooseneck, with an Pickup, L.R. Baggs integral 1/4" endpin jack. The mic preamp Anthem System can be positioned inside the guitar jack and A popular mic-based for best sound (17" maximum volume hybrid pickup system length). Battery included. control for the natural voice Order cable separately. only L.R. Baggs iBeam of X-braced guitars. #3382 $53.98 louder! Impressive feedback Active System resistance, even at high Shielded Cable The iBeam contact volume. The noise- 1/4" to 3-pin XLR pickup for X-braced steel string guitars adheres cancelling Tru-Mic connectors; 15-foot length. to the bridge plate, weighs only 1/3 ounce, and adheres to the bridge plate inside the guitar. It’s #3388 $33.69 is faithful to the sound of any playing style. No supplemented by the Element undersaddle trans- piezo “quack.” The discrete class-A preamp/endpin ducer at the lowest frequencies. A lightweight jack has pre-contoured plug-and-play EQ, plus a preamp adheres beneath a 4"-diameter soundhole, soundhole-mounted mini volume control. 9-volt placing volume, mic/pickup mix, phase (for feed- battery required. No-drill mesh battery mounting back control), mic gain and battery-check at your Realistic sound without a pickup! bag included. fingertips. Strapjack, #4813 iBeam Active System $143.00 battery bag and wir- ing included. 9-volt battery required. Batt-O-Meter Don’t Anthem #1660 $299.00 soundhole preamp Indicates the life left run out in uninstalled 9-volt, of juice! L.R. Baggs Lyric™ Acoustic Guitar Mic AA or AAA batteries. Endorsed by Ricky Skaggs. Uniform tonal response, Works for installed bat- teries, too. Plug it into L.R. Baggs Anthem SL high gain and excellent feedback resistance. The featherweight Tru-Mic adheres to the bridge plate an effects box or active All electronics are in guitar: it measures the the preamp/endpin in an X-braced guitar. Noise cancelling technol- ogy gives clear, clean sound, and the all-discrete power pulled from the battery, compares the load jack. Mic and under- to the remaining energy, and calculates the remain- saddle transducer mix preamp/endpin jack tightens low frequencies for ing hours of life. #0323 $29.95 is preset, with the volume punch with natural dynamics. The fingertip sound- hole volume control features adjustable presence, control under the soundhole. #1661 For single-battery circuits up to 10.23 volts. Batt-O-Meter is for customizing high frequency response. No-drill powered by its own 9-volt battery (not included). Includes battery bag, peel-and- $199.00 stick adhesive, and internal wiring. mesh battery bag included; 9-volt battery required. #4811 $199.00 Battery Bag Great idea! Nylon mesh pocket with self- adhesive hook-and-loop mounting Thinline Undersaddle Pickup pad. An easy no-drill way to install and replace a 9-volt battery inside a The classic undersaddle transducer for a 3/32"- guitar. Battery not included. wide bridge saddle slot. The Fishman Thinline #4810 $10.00 works with string spacings up to 2-1/8". Switch- jack™ 1/4" end pin jack included; a preamp is recommended (see page 46). #3510 $110.14 Replacement endpin jacks, page 46

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L.R. Baggs Radius™ Mandolin Pickup ® Switchjack™ An innovative high-tech Schatten Tightens from outside the guitar for easy installa- contact pickup featuring Banjo tion. Fits a 1/4" plug and can be wired mono, or an internal film sensor with Pickups for stereo with battery switching. 15/32" diameter, magnets, for clean, micro- Designed to let your banjo sound like a banjo, for 1/2" mounting hole. phone-like response. The only louder! Schatten’s popular basic BJ-02 sensor Each Each, 6+ Radius™ conveys even the Get a perfect ft! installs beneath the banjo head under the bridge, #1521 Nickel $15.95 $14.35 Endpin jack most subtle nuances of the and includes a 1/4" jack that clamps to the banjo’s #1521-G Gold $18.85 $16.96 reamer, page 26 mandolin. It installs easily bracket hooks (Mini Pre preamp recommended; with finish-friendly mount- see below). The BJ-02M system combines the NoJak Endpin ing putty (the jack/clamp can be disassembled for basic pickup with a powered condenser mic, for a installing the pickup and jack inside the instru- The NoJak replaces your strap richer sound, plus the 2-channel Mini Pre 2 belt- jack to restore the traditional ment). A preamp is recommended (page 46). clip preamp with independent volume controls. Endorsed by Sierra Hull. look. It fits the same 1/2"-dia- #1979 $129.00 Installation #3919 BJ-02 pickup ..... $124.95 meter hole, and the 3/4"-long L.R. Baggs instructions #3920 BJ-02M system* $279.95 expansion sleeve tightens Violin Pickup included. *9-volt battery required. from inside the guitar. If you 4/4-size maple bridge decide to plug in again, you Electronics with left/right sensors De-electrifying can easily swap back to your built in, for optimum your guitar? strap jack. Each Each, 6+ response without mut- #4144 White plastic... $10.89 $9.80 ing the natural sound. #4144-E Ebony ...... $11.11 $10.00 Ready for fitting and trimming. Clamp-on Threaded 1/4" jack Endpin Jack and instructions are #1978 $142.00 1/4" stereo jack with included. EMG ACB Banjo Pickup 9/16-12 external For banjos with two Mastertone-style rim rods. threads. No mounting ™ Magnetic dual coils sense string vibration, and nuts needed! Rare Earth Each Each, 3+ innovative acoustic chambers add microphonic #4654 Jack, nickel $14.93 $12.69 Banjo Pickup quality for natural sound. Banjo head vibration A proven design for #4470 Installation key $1.97 each is sensed through a thin self-adhesive steel shim. #1518 9/16-12 tap for endpin hole $19.78 a natural sound. The Built-in preamp boosts noise-free output. Bracket- ™ (Use 1/2"-diameter starter hole.) Rare Earth pole piece mounted volume control with jack, instructions magnet responds to and batteries included. #3547 $229.00 banjo head vibrations via a thin steel “induc- tor” beneath the bridge. The pickup and battery clip mount on the banjo’s rim rods, and a 1/4" jack is affixed to an easily mounted resonator flange bracket. Built-in preamp. 9-volt battery required. #4804 $202.89

Economy Pre-wired L.R. Baggs Pickguard FIVE.O Ukulele Pickup Electronically tuned for the voice of the uke. The Element™ undersaddle transducer is flexible for efficient sensitivity, and the preamp features pro electronics in a 1/4" endpin jack. Self-stick volume control gives fingertip access at the soundhole. Everything is pre-soldered to fit neatly inside the instrument. Battery included. #1977 $150.00

Schatten Mini Pre Acoustic Preamp Pickup Clearance Gauges If a basic signal-boosting pre- Handy gauges for consistently setting the gap be- A money-saving assembly amp is all you need (you’re set- tween strings and pickups. Fret a string at the last for starter guitars: simply wire it to your output ting tone at your amp or PA) fret, slide a gauge under it, and adjust the pickup jack and ground it to your bridge. Includes three here’s a great choice. Includes until the polepiece touches the gauge. 1/32", 1/16", single-coil ceramic bar magnet flush-polepiece belt clip, 1/4" jacks, internal 3/32" and 1/8" thicknesses span nearly all the pro pickups with covers; control pots, 5-way switch, trim pot, and gain knob. Preset player specs in Dan Erlewine’s book, How to Make knobs, and single-ply pickguard with foil shielding. flat response keeps your sound Your Electric Guitar Play Great (page 93). Made 11 mounting screw holes. clean and uncolored. Works of non-magnetic brass, more practical than steel Each Each, 3+ 9-volt battery with all piezo and magnetic rulers or feeler gauges. Set of 4. #4169 White $43.15 $31.93 #5988 $9.95 required. pickups. #4169-B Black $43.15 $31.93 #3948 $64.95 Thanks to guitar tech Dirk Wacker for developing this tool.

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® Pickups for Tele® “The most cost-efective guitar modifcation I’ve ever ® Vintage specs take your Tele® back half a cen- done, hands down.” —W. Stimac Jr. , Vicksburg MS Humbuckers tury! The 6.5K-ohm bridge model has staggered “Made my Strat come alive!” —L. Aston, Houston TX Alnico 5 magnets give Alnico 5 polepieces (north polarity) with 2-1/8" Wake up You don’t have to spend all day that warm classic tone. AWG42 coils are wound on spread, vintage-spec flatwork, copper-plated steel soldering or pay a pile of money to Electronics black or black/cream (zebra) bobbins, fabric-taped, baseplate, and AWG42 coil wire, wrapped with your get great vintage sound. We wire mounted on a brass baseplate, and wax-potted. white string and wax-potted. The neck pickup has guitar! Golden Age pickguards by hand, The output wire is 4-conductor plus ground, for vintage-spec flatwork, Alnico 5 polepieces (south here in our shop, using CTS control pots, 5-way versatile custom coil-tapping. Bridge models are polarity) with 1-15/16" spread, and a ’50s-style CRL switch, Orange Drop® capacitor, knobs and 9.0K ohms (2.015" polepiece spread); neck models chrome cover. Wax-potted AWG43 coil wire is pickup hardware. Nothin’ but the good stuff! are 8.0K ohms (1.97" spread). Screws, springs and wound to 7.0K ohms for original beefier output. Golden Age pickups deliver the classic Alnico wiring diagrams included. Both pickups have cloth-insulated lead wires, com- 5 tone you’re looking for, and the hot bridge pressible height-adjustment tubing with screws, pickup adds plenty of punch. Just solder to the No cover, black No cover, zebra and wiring diagrams. #5400 Neck Each #5400-Z Neck Each #5410 Bridge $50.95 included output jack (and to your guitar’s tremolo #5401 Bridge $46.95 #5401-Z Bridge $46.95 #5411 Neck $48.95 claw) and you’re ready to rock. One of the best With cover, nickel With cover, gold upgrades you’ll ever make! #5402 Neck Each #5402-G Neck Each Laminations Each #5403 Bridge $56.95 #5403-G Bridge $58.95 #2990 White ...... $199.50 #2991 White/b/w ...... $203.50 ® at stewmac.com #2991-B Black/w/b .....$203.50 Overwound Humbuckers #2992 Pearloid/w/b/m $219.00 Our HOT versions, featuring Alnico 5 Pickguards are approximately .100" thick with conductive magnets overwound with AWG43 coil HOT! shielding on the underside. #2990 has 8 mounting screw wire to 12K ohms, for higher output and ® Single-coil Pickups holes. The others have 11 holes. midrange punch. Wound for vintage tone! Alnico 5 polepieces have Pre-soldered tremolo claw No cover, black No cover, zebra 2-1/16" spread and staggered heights for balanced with ground wire. A time-saver #5404 Neck Each #5404-Z Neck Each string response. The wax-potted AWG42 coil has for new builds. #6139 $4.75 #5405 Bridge $46.95 #5405-Z Bridge $46.95 two vintage-style cloth-insulated hookup wires. With cover, nickel With cover, gold The middle position model is reverse wound, #5406 Neck Each #5406-G Neck Each reverse (north) polarity, to cancel hum at the #2 #5407 Bridge $56.95 #5407-G Bridge $58.95 and #4 switch positions. Two covers (one black and one white) are supplied, for pickguard matching. Screws, springs and wiring diagrams included. ® #5420 Neck, 6.0K ohms #5421 Middle, 6.0K ohms Each 5413 Bass Pickups #5422 Bridge, 6.4K ohms $44.95 True-to-vintage #5423 Hot model, 7.6K ohms components for (neck/bridge) authentic sound. Both models feature Alnico 5 polepiec- es in vintage-spec flatwork, with wax-

potted AWG42 coil ® wire. Black cover, ® compressible foam P-90 Pickups pad, screws, cloth- Lipstick Pickups The bright tone of vintage single-coils from ™ 5412 insulated lead wires Waxed coils* on Alnico 5 bar magnets, shielded Kalamazoo! Our ’50-style Parsons Street model and wiring diagram in iconic chrome metal “lipstick tubes,” for the features a black plastic bobbin with enameled are included. clean jangly sound from the ’60s. Our Lipsticks fit unpotted coil wire for grittier sound. The modern ® Bridge pickup for Jazz Bass® 8.5K ohms, 2-5/16" string spread standard humbucker mounting rings and Strat version with fiber flatwork bobbin has wax-potted Neck pickup for Jazz Bass® 8.0K ohms, 2-3/16" string spread pickguards. The 4-conductor shielded hookup wire poly-coated wire for smoother sound. Both have Split pickup for P-Bass® 10.5K ohms, 2-1/4" string spread on our blistering hot humbucker expands your tone Alnico 5 magnets, AWG42 coil wire, 50mm pole- #5412 For Jazz Bass,® set of 2 $83.95 palette. Screws, springs and wiring diagram in- piece spacing, and braided single-conductor lead #5413 For P-Bass® ...... $54.95 cluded. These pickups work with string spreads up wire. Black “soapbar” cover, springs, screws and to 2-3/16". *42AWG single-coil; 43AWG humbucker. wiring diagrams included. ™ Strat®, Tele®, Jazz Bass® and P-Bass® are registered #5426 Hot humbucker, 12K ohms $56.95 #5414 Parsons Street P-90, 8.0K ohms $53.95 trademarks of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. #5427 Single-coil, 3.8K ohms...... $44.95 #5415 Modern P-90, 8.7K ohms ...... $59.95

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 47 Mojotone Pickup -up Winding Machine Straight Programmable! raw vintage! Mojotone worked with NEW ™ Stewart-MacDonald and top guitar techs to develop this rugged pro- fessional winder. Sturdy HUMBUCKERS enough for serious pick- up production, and also great for quick rewinds Check out the rave reviews at stewmac.com! and prototyping. Using the text display, set the number of winds True vintage sound. Our Golden Age Nickel silver cover and turning direction. ™ Parsons Street humbuckers are modeled after a Original 1.97" Then smoothly rev up to your desired RPM—up sweet-sounding vintage P.A.F. set. The specs are polepiece spacing to 1,800 turns per minute. The winder stops when straight-up raw vintage, from unpotted coils with Plain enameled your number of winds is reached. If that's a num- original-style enameled wire (the slug coil even AWG42 coil wire ber you'll need again, save it as a preset. Includes Electronics has more windings than the polepiece coil), to Black paper coil tape instructions and 110v to 220v AC adapter. the correct-shape nickel silver covers. Your choice Wood spacer #2102 $499.00 of original-style magnets: Alnico 2 for warm tone with smooth highs; Alnico 5 for clear pronounced Choice of Alnico 5 or Alnico 2 magnet highs and a tighter low end. NEW Mojotone Hand Single-conductor Guided Tensioner Alnico 5, bright nickel Alnico 2, bright nickel braided shield output wire at stewmac.com You can’t get consistent #5409 Neck ...... $62.75 #5408 Neck ...... $62.75 Parsons Street sounding pickups #5417 Bridge .....$62.75 #5416 Bridge .....$62.75 HOT! without real control of your Alnico 5, gold Alnico 2, gold Hot Humbuckers You asked for ’em! Introducing our hot versions, winding tension and pattern! With Mojotone's #5409-G Neck ..$66.95 #5408-G Neck ..$66.95 Hand Guided Tensioner, set the tension and wind #5417-G Bridge $66.95 #5416-G Bridge $66.95 wound to 9.5K ohms for higher output punch. Just like those rare occasionally overwound at any speed without guesswork or “going by feel.” Screws, springs and wiring diagrams included. originals from Kalamazoo. Focus on your winding pattern without worrying Neck pickups are mid 7K ohms. Bridge models are low 8K. #5438 Alnico 5 bridge, bright nickel $62.75 about the coil tension. #2103 $59.95 #5438-G Alnico 5 bridge, gold ...... $66.95 #5428 Alnico 2 bridge, bright nickel $62.75 Schatten 2105-K #5428-G Alnico 2 bridge, gold ...... $66.95 Winder Kit Screws, springs and wiring diagrams included. Build Schatten’s Model B winder Archtop jazz guitar pickups yourself and save! No top It’s easy to assemble, routing! and the kit includes instructions and all the parts. You supply simple Armstrong hand tools and a soldering iron. The smaller-profile Model B serves the average shop’s need for occa- Jazz Humbucker sional pickup winding. It features a 9-volt motor A mellow mini humbucker for with speed control, resettable electronic counter, archtop guitar. Brackets attach to the and 900rpm average winding speed. Benedetto S-6 Pickup end of the fretboard to suspend the pickup: no rout- #2105-K 110 volts AC $284.90 ® ing. Blade polepieces and coils are epoxy-sealed to Crafted by Seymour Duncan for Robert Bene- #2106-K 220 volts AC $305.90 detto’s highly regarded archtop jazz guitars. No top suppress feedback (solder lugs are exposed; lead routing needed. This compact sealed humbucker wires not supplied. Screws and wiring instructions features an Alnico 5 bar magnet and a tab for included. 7.6K ohms. Schatten mounting beneath a raised pickguard. 2-conductor Each Each, 3+ Pro Winder #5068 Chrome $63.67 $54.12 wire; 9.5K ohms. Each Each, 3+ #5068-G Gold $73.87 $62.79 The Model D features a #3562 $141.50 $125.93 12-volt (.4 hp) motor, an 2-23/32" x 1-1/8" x 1/2", with 2-1/4" bracket spacing. illuminated electronic counter with reset, and DeoxIT ™ optional foot pedal speed control. 1350 rpm average 2111 Pot & Switch Cleaner Pot Cleaning Cap winding speed for more One-step spray cleans noisy pots and Screw on this stainless efficient production work. switches in guitars or amps. Removes steel cap; a hole for your #2111 110 volts AC $399.00 oxidation from contacts and improves spray cleaner extension #2112 220 volts AC $419.00 conductivity, for smooth, quiet opera- tube puts the spray down tion. Helps prevent costly repairs. the pot shaft and in Foot Control for hands-free speed #5027 5-ounce aerosol $20.39 the pot. #0291 $20.96 control. Works with Schatten Cannot be shipped by air, or outside the USA. Aerosol Works only with Model D and Mojotone Pickup contact cleaner sprays cold, and can cause cracks in a guitar’s CTS and 3/8 x Winding Machine. finish. Always protect the finish with a cloth. 32 thread pots. #2104 $89.95

48 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Pickup Pickup mounting rings & covers Hardware Mojotone Pickup Pickup screws & springs Winding Machine Humbucker Covers ’50s “Patent Applied For” Humbucker ring screws shape, nickel-silver, 9/16" Phillips flathead. 2-3/4" x 1-1/2" x 5/8". Each Each, 50+ #3359 Nickel $0.23 $0.12 Polepiece spread Each Each, 4+ #3359-B Black $0.26 $0.14 #0463-N Nickel, 1-15/16"* $10.95 $9.53 #3359-G Gold $0.28 $0.15 Metal Humbucker Mounting Rings #0463-G Gold, 1-15/16"* ...$15.95 $13.88 Flat (non-arched) bottom. 3-9/16" x 1-25/32", with #0464-N Nickel, 2-5/64" ....$10.95 $9.53 Humbucker height screws four mounting screws. Low rings taper from 9/64" to #0464-G Gold, 2-5/64" ...... $15.95 $13.88 1-1/4" Phillips roundhead, 3-48 7/32"; tall rings taper from 19/64" to 23/64". #0462-N Nickel, no holes ..$10.95 $9.53 #0462-G Gold, no holes .....$15.95 $13.88 thread. Each Each, 50+ Tapered height Each Each, 4+ Each, 12+ *#0463-N fits our Humbucker Parts Kit, page 50 #4386 Nickel $0.37 $0.26 #2072 Low, chrome $7.24 $6.23 $4.85 #4386-B Black $0.40 $0.28 #2072-B Low, black $8.24 $7.09 $5.52 #4386-G Gold $0.57 $0.40 #2072-G Low, gold $9.74 $8.38 $6.53 #2073 Tall, chrome $7.24 $6.23 $4.85 Humbucker pickup springs #2073-B Tall, black $8.24 $7.09 $5.52 Humbucker Electronics Package #3350 13/16" Package #2073-G Tall, gold $9.74 $8.38 $6.53 Helpers of 8. #3355 1-5/8" $3.52 Untapered height 3-1/2" x 1-25/32" x 7/64". Each Each, 4+ Each, 12+ Height screws for Strat® ‘Spring tamers’ for #2076 Chrome ...... $7.25 $6.23 $4.86 easy pickup assembly 11/16" Phillips ovalhead, #2076-B Black ...... $8.25 $7.09 $5.53 6-32 thread. Each Each, 50+ #2076-G Gold ...... $9.95 $8.56 $6.67 Dan Erlewine’s clever stainless steel clips hold a #3354 Chrome $0.35 $0.19 mounting ring, springs, and height screws for as- #3354-B Black $0.38 $0.21 sembly on a humbucker. No fumbling, no flying #3354-G Gold $0.99 $0.53 Plastic springs! Simply set the assembly over the pickup, Humbucker turn the screws into the pickup mounting tabs, and ® Height screws for Tele Mounting pull away the clips. #0066 Set of 2 $8.98 bridge pickup Rings 3/4" Phillips roundhead, 6-32 thread. Metal Mounting Rings Each Each, 50+ Flat (non-arched) #0564 Chrome $0.35 $0.19 bottom; 3-17/32" x 1-25/32". Low rings taper from For Single-coil Pickups 3/16" to 1/4"; tall Each #0564-G Gold $0.99 $0.53 #1507 Low, black For Strat® Each Each, 3+ rings taper from 3/8" $3.99 #1509 Low, cream #1569 Chrome $12.74 $11.34 Height screws for Tele® to 7/16". Screws Each, 4+ #1508 Tall, black #1569-B Black $14.37 $12.79 neck pickup not included. per model #1569-G Gold $16.35 $14.55 #1510 Tall, cream $3.47 1-1/16" roundhead Phillips wood- 4" x 1-5/16" x For Tele® neck pickup screw. Set of 2, with compressible 3/32", flat brass, #1570 Chrome $12.74 $11.34 tubing. Chrome. #3358 $0.98 set with two mount- #1570-B Black $14.37 $12.79 Plastic Covers For P-90 ing screws. #1570-G Gold $16.35 $14.55 Compressible tubing #3379-B Dog-ear, black for pickup height #3380 Soap-bar, cream ® Alternative to coil springs. Cut to #3380-B Soap-bar, black Metal Cover For Tele Each, 6+ Neck Pickup length and slide over the height Each per model Each Each, 6+ screws. 12" length; 1/4" diameter. $2.99 $2.15 #1965 Chrome $10.95 $9.85 #5070 $1.10 #1965-G Gold $14.15 $12.73

Pickup height springs NEW Deluxe Mini Humbucker NEW Mini Humbucker Covers Install beneath the pickguard. 1539 Mounting Rings Outside dimensions: 2-5/8" x 1-3/16 x 5/8" Each Each, 100+ Plastic, flat (non-arched) bottom. #0119 $0.25 $0.13 3-3/8" x 1-3/8". For Gibson® and Epiphone® Each Each, 4+ Deluxe mini humbuckers, Bass pickup height screw #1539 Cream ...... $4.90 $4.26 Black ...... 1-15/16" polepiece spread. 1-3/8" Phillips roundhead, for #1538 $4.90 $4.26 Each Each, 4+ Fender basses. Each Each, 50+ #0294 Chrome ...... $13.60 $11.83 #3029-B Black $0.49 $0.35 NEW Tapered Mini Humbucker 1543 #0294-N Nickel ...... $13.60 $11.83 Mounting Rings #0294-G Gold ...... $16.70 $14.53 Black plastic, flat (non-arched) bottom. 3-11/16" x 1-25/32". ® Plastic Covers For Each Each, 4+ Solid, for Gibson and ® Single-coil Pickups #1543 Tall ...... $4.90 $4.26 Epiphone Firebird mini 2-1/16" polepiece spread Low ...... humbuckers. 1542 #1542 $4.90 $4.26 Each Each, 4+ ® for Strat pickup. #0295 Chrome ...... $13.60 $11.83 NEW Firebird Mini Humbucker #1964 White #0295-N Nickel ...... $13.60 $11.83 1544 Mounting Rings #0295-G Gold ...... $16.70 $14.53 #1964-B Black Metal, flat (non-arched) bottom. #1964-P Parchment Each, 6+ 3-3/8" x 1-1/2". #1964-M Mint Each per model Each Each, 4+ See full specs at stewmac.com $2.09 $1.50 #1544 Chrome ...... $4.90 $4.26 See our new Mini Humbucker ® ® #1544-N Nickel ...... $4.90 $4.26 Strat and Tele are registered trademarks of Fender Gold ...... Pickup Kits on page 50. Musical Instruments Corporation. #1544-G $4.90 $4.26

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A lot of ”Holy Grail” pickups were Choosing your magnets: sacrifced to make our kits this good Alnico 5 or Alnico 2? Erick Coleman, our tech advisor, tore down some fantastic “Alnico 2 magnets give a warmer tone and low old single-coils and humbuckers to get them to give up their end response with smooth, singing highs. I like vintage specs. Because Erick’s so fussy about details, we now using them in the bridge pickups I wind for solid have everything you need to make truly accurate replicas or bodies. Alnico 5 produces a brighter tone, with a custom pickups. Our kits match the originals so well, you can tighter low end and stinging highs. They’re great for use them as drop-in replacements on vintage guitars. They neck position pickups, to help keep the tone clear without Erick Coleman come with step-by-step instructions too, getting muddy.” StewMac written by Erick. —Erick Coleman tech advisor

NEW Deluxe Mini Humbucker Pickup Kit Humbucker Pickup Kits Smaller than a regular humbucker with a brighter and more focused tone. Vintage-style with 1-15/16" polepiece spread. The sound is between humbuckers and single-coils, making this a versatile Nickel-silver baseplate • Unwound plastic bobbins (black/ choice for upgrades and new builds. black or “zebra” black/cream) • Polepiece slugs and screws • Magnet • Spacer • Shim • Bobbin screws • Coil leads • Nickel-silver baseplate • Unwound black plastic Braided push-back and 4-conductor hookup wires • bobbins • Nickel or gold-plated steel polepiece screws Mounting screws and springs • Bar Magnet (Alnico 2 magnets are marked red on one

Electronics end to tell them apart from Alnico 5's) • Plastic shim • Alnico 5 Each Each, 6+ Alnico 2 Each Each, 6+ Coil lead wires • Instructions included #5962 Black $29.85 $25.37 #2962 Black $29.85 $25.37 Alnico 5 Each Each, 6+ #5961 Zebra $29.85 $25.37 #2961 Zebra $29.85 $25.37 #5901 Nickel...... $19.24 $16.35 #5901-G Gold ...... $19.24 $16.35

5967 5965 5964 Alnico 2 Each Each, 6+ Single-coil 2967 2965 2964 #5902 Nickel...... $19.24 $16.35 Pickup Kits #5902-G Gold ...... $19.24 $16.35 ’50s-style pickups Black fber bobbin NEW Firebird fatwork • Brass eyelets • Mini Humbucker Pickup Kit Polepieces ready to mag- The Firebird looks like a Deluxe Mini netize • Black and white push- back wire • Mounting screws • Humbucker without polepieces, but inside is a Compressible tubing for height whole different design with higher output and a adjustment • Tele® bridge kits include coil-wrap string and copper-plated steel baseplate • brighter sound. #5967, #2967, #5965 and #2965 have staggered polepiece heights Nickel silver baseplate • Unwound black plastic bobbins Alnico 5 Each Each, 6+ Alnico 2 Each Each, 6+ • Alnico 2 bar magnets • Maple shims • Coil lead wires • #5967 For Strat® $13.09 $10.47 #2967 For Strat® $13.09 $10.47 Braided push-back wire • Set of steel plates • Instructions ® ® included #5965 Tele bridge $17.15 $13.72 #2965 Tele bridge $17.15 $13.72 Each Each, 6+ #5964 Tele® neck $12.54 $10.03 #2964 Tele® neck $12.54 $10.03 #5903 $25.46 $21.64 More mini humbucker parts online

3-piece stewmac.com search: mini humbucker fatwork P-90 Pickup Kits bobbin Build faithful reproductions of classic single-coils: your choice of a 1950s-style Pickup covers and mounting rings, page 49. plastic bobbin or a modern 3-piece black fiber bobbin with brass eyelets. Pickup Coil Wire Nickel-silver baseplate • Nickel-plated polepiece Each 1/2-pound roll has over 25,000 feet of coil wire. A roll is screws • Alnico 5 magnets with threaded steel sufficient for winding 5-6 single-coil pickups, or 2-3 humbuckers. spacer • Mounting screws and springs • Coil lead wires • Single-conductor braided-shield Enamel-coated For vintage repairs Poly-coated The modern standard. hookup wire and replica pickups. Plain enamel Consistent coating for cleaner, more 1-piece Covers available on page 49 plastic thickness can vary, so individual uniform sound in similar pickups that bobbin Each Each, 6+ pickups can have a unique raw sound. have the same number of windings. #5980 With plastic bobbin $23.19 $18.55 #5981 With fiber bobbin $27.98 $22.38 #1460 42-gauge $51.00 #1462 42-gauge $32.52 at stewmac.com #1461 43-gauge $55.00 #1463 43-gauge $35.89 42-gauge is standard for humbuckers, Strats,® and Tele® bridge pickups. 43-gauge is used in Tele® neck and pickups, and requires fewer windings to attain the desired coil resistance. Bass Pickup Kits Jazz Bass® set is 2 pickups. Pickup Coil Tape Black fber bobbin fatwork • Alnico 5 polepieces ready Black, self-adhesive. 65-foot roll. Each Each, 6+ to magnetize • Black and white push-back wire • Foam #5951 Paper, 1/4" for humbucker $2.29 $1.83 strips for height adjustment • Mounting screws #5952 Cloth, 3/8" ...... $4.84 $3.87 • Covers 5978 Each Each, 6+ #5978 For Jazz Bass® $30.30 $24.24 Humbucker Magnets Each Each, 6+ For P Bass® #5979 $19.63 $15.70 Just like the originals! 2-1/2" #5945 Alnico 5 $6.69 $4.82 5979 x 1/2" x 1/8", magnetized. #2945 Alnico 2 $6.69 $4.82 Strat,® Tele,® P-Bass® and Jazz Bass® are registered trademarks of Fender Musical Instruments Corp.

50 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Soldering Tools Essential Soldering Tool Set Smooth jaws Get started with the right tools! won’t crimp Solomon SR-965 soldering iron • Pocket-Pak® insulation solder • Solder wick • Wire stripper/cutter Wiring Straight Curved Solomon SL-30 #0515 110-volt (with 60/40 solder) ...... $41.35 Hemostats Soldering #0516 220-volt (with lead-free solder) $43.35 We modified these high quality 6" stainless steel Station tools especially for soldering work, giving them smooth non-serrated locking jaws that won’t leave Adjustable Pro Soldering Tool Set damaging waffle marks on your wiring. They help heat Quality tools for repair shops and builders. draw heat away from delicate insulation (and your control Solomon SL-30 soldering station • Pocket- fingers), and let you get Be ready Pak® solder • Solder wick • Wire stripper/ into hard-to-reach con- for any cutter • Solomon solder sucker • Round-nose trol cavities. The right guitar or amp bending pliers (page 28) • Curved-jaw wir- tools for clean results. soldering job, with ing hemostat • Alligator clip heat sinks #5120 Straight jaws digitally controlled heat for professional results: #0517 110-volt (with 60/40 solder) ...... $165.59 #5121 Curved jaws no cold solder joints, no balky solder flow, no #0518 220-volt (with lead-free solder) $167.59 $6.95 each burned connections. The heat sensor is near

the tip, for a fast, accurate and consistent LCD Electronics Celsius readout, from 160-480˚ (320-900˚F). An Two tools Wire NEW Fine-guage electronically switched transformer isolates the in one! Stripper/Cutter Wire Stripper tip from transient AC voltage spikes for long life. Strips insulation cleanly Handles even the The station includes a comfort-grip soldering from six different wire tiniest hookup wires! iron with 1/32" fine-point tip and 3-1/2 ft. cord, a sturdy angle-adjustable holder for the iron, and a sizes, from AWG10 to Strips insulation from wire tip-wiping sponge. 20 gauge. The serrated sizes AWG20 down to 30 #0501 110 volts AC Each tip holds wire firmly for gauge and cleanly strips cloth #0601 220 volts AC $109.95 soldering. Flip the han- push-back wire. Also features ser- dles around and the tool rated pliers with hold-tight teeth Solomon SR-965 becomes a side cutter for for grabbing/pulling and stainless trimming wire! steel blades for sharp clean cuts. 6-1/2" Soldering Iron #1605 $19.95 (165mm) total length. #1606 $9.50 • Durable • Great price! 3577 The best economy iron we’ve found for Battery Boxes Fieldpiece Digital guitar work! It heats to 400˚F for standard 60/40 Black plastic hinged com- Pocket Multimeter solder. At 40 watts, it’s a step above short-lived partments with terminals The basic tester a guitar tech 15-30 watt megamart irons. Stainless steel shank and lead wires for 9-volt 3578 needs. Great for wiring, pickup sleeve, cushioned grip, 1/32" fine-point tip, and battery. A flat mounting making and trouble-shooting. 4-1/2 ft. cord. surface is required. Mount- #0502 110 volts AC Each 3576 Indicates AC/DC voltages, ing screws included. #3578 #0602 220 volts AC $14.95 continuity, ohm resistance, and has a removable adapter for the status of diodes in effects. acoustic guitar. Batteries Solomon Soldering Stand Batteries included. not included. #3618 $33.50 A must-have! Vented stainless Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ cover helps dissipate heat for #3577 Solidbody $12.08 $9.78 $8.70 safety. Angle is adjustable for #3578 Solidbody Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ Kester® easy reach. Includes tip-wiping or acoustic ...... $14.88 $12.05 $10.71 Pocket-Pak® Solder sponge. #0506 $9.90 #3576 Solidbody Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ dual box ...... $23.04 $18.66 $16.59 The right solder for guitar wiring. 15 feet of .031"- diameter solder (0.5 oz.) in a handy dispenser tube. Solomon Replacement Tips Dimensions / cavity depth required: #0505 60/40 (tin/lead) rosin-core...... $3.95 #0510 1/32" fine point for SL-30 station #3577 1-5/32" x 2-3/4", needs 1-5/16" depth #0511 1/8" chisel tip for SL-30 station #3578 1-1/4" x 2-1/2", needs 1-1/2" depth #0505-LF Lead-free (ROHS compliant) $5.95 Each ® #0512 1/32" fine point for SR-965 iron #3576 2-3/4" x 2-1/4", needs 1-1/4" depth The 422-428˚F melting point of Kester lead-free solder $3.19 makes it unsuitable for economy soldering irons, including #0513 1/8" chisel tip for SR-965 iron Clear Acrylic Routing Templates the Solomon SR-965. We recommend the Solomon SL-30 soldering station, above. #3579 For #3577, #3578 $10.45 #3580 For #3576 ...... $11.00 Eyelet Setting Tool and Bit Solomon Solder Sucker 9-volt Battery Connector .073" bit for drilling eyelet holes in pickup Battery not included. The ultimate desoldering tool. Sucks away heated flatwork, plus a steel stamp to set the eye- solder instantly. Push-button spring-loaded alumi- 1225 #1225 $1.07 let and roll its flange. Works in your drill num with non-stick heat-resistant tip. Mounting Clip press, too. 9-volt battery and screws #5976 #0503 Solder Sucker ...... $5.85 $10.88 #0503-RT Replacement tip $0.95 1226 not included. #1226 $1.25

MORE tools for wiring jobs, page 28 Alligator Clip Heat Sinks #5975 Brass eyelets, Spring-tension 1-1/8" copper clips Wire Round-nose package of 50 $5.49 cutter bending pliers draw soldering heat away from insulation and delicate components, to prevent Solder Wick damage. Handy for making clip-on test wires, too. Fine-braid copper, to draw #0504 Pkg. Pkg., 4+ away heated solder. 5-foot roll. $2.50 #0520-CU Package of 10 $6.49 $5.26

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 51 Shielding, Caps & Jacks Capacitors Output jacks Energy-storing capacitors flter high frequencies. A cap lets the tone control roll of the treble response, progres- Switchcraft™ Output Jacks Guitar shielding sively warming the tone. The higher the value, the more Switchcraft jacks with mounting nut Cavities for pickups and controls can be lined with bass output from the tone control at its “zero” setting. and flat washer. Stereo jack is for conductive tape or conductive paint. When connected .001µF (microfarad) is for volume control treble-bleed stereo wiring, or for enabling active to electrical ground, this shielding helps reduce noise, circuits. .015µF, .022µF, .033µF and .047µF are guitar tone electronics with a mono plug. hum and radio interference. control caps (.015µF is used with a neck humbucker for 3/8 x 32 threading. Uses 3/8"-dia meter hole. the Clapton “woman tone”); .047µF and .100µF are for basses. 180pF (picofarad) is for PRS guitar volume clarity. Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ #4652 Mono 1/4" shaft $3.64 $3.17 $2.73 Conductive Copper Tape Orange Drop® Caps #4653 Stereo 1/4" shaft $4.10 $3.57 $3.07 180" rolls for shielding pickups, control cavities #4650 Mono 1/2" shaft $3.90 $3.39 $2.92 Industry standard upgrade caps; also NEW and pick guards. Conductive adhesive backing; NEW #4651 Stereo 1/2" shaft $4.90 $4.26 $3.67 .00125" thick. used in Fender guitars. Made of dur- able high grade polyester; 100-volt. #0038 All 3 sizes $32.66 1/4" Flush-mount Jack Save $4.04 Each, Each, Each 10+ 50+ For solidbodies; wire it mono or stereo. #0028 2" width $19.39 #1250 .001µF $2.99 $2.54 $2.03 2" overall length. 1/2"-diameter hole and mini- #0037 3/4" width $12.69 #1251 .015µF $2.99 $2.54 $2.03 mum 7/16" wood thickness required. #0036 1/4" width $4.62 #1281 .022µF $2.99 $2.54 $2.03 Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ #1282 .047µF $2.99 $2.54 $2.03 #1819 Chrome $8.60 $7.05 $5.93 #1252 .100µF $2.99 $2.54 $2.03 1/4" 9-lug Stereo Jack

Electronics Conductive Shielding Paint Ceramic Caps Double-pole jack for stereo or mono. 1/2-pint can (shields Switches on one or more batteries in several guitars) or money- Popular capacitors in a wide range of values. Packages of 10. an active system when a 1/4" plug is saving 1-pint can. Brush inserted. Nut and washer included. on two or more coats to Package Pkg., 4+ Manufacturer’s #1290 .001µF $3.49 $2.83 printed codes: M9 x 0.75 threaded portion is 1/4" long. 3/8"-dia- shield pickup cavities, #1290 = 102Z meter hole and at least 1-1/4" body cavity depth control cavities and other #1291 .022µF $3.49 $2.83 #1291 = 223 required. #1292 .047µF $4.49 $3.64 Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ smaller areas. Water soluble #1292 = 473 #3774 $4.98 $4.33 $3.73 until dry. #1293 .100µF $4.99 $4.04 #1293 = 104 #0027 1 pint .....$60.56 #1294 180pF $3.49 $2.83 #1294 = 181 #0029 1/2 pint $32.82 1468 1467 See our Glue Brush, page 25. Self NEW Emerson Paper-in-Oil Caps ® Adhesive Vintage specs with a responsive, warm tone Shielding Genuine handmade tone caps, made in the USA Treble Bleed Circuit Kits by our friend Mitch Ingram at Emerson Custom Hand-soldered in our shop: a 150K-ohm 1/4-watt Each kit has Guitars and Electronics. Capacitors are energy- resistor (1% tolerance) in parallel with a .001µF 20" of 2-conductor storage devices that filter the high frequencies. A capacitor. Wire this circuit between the input and shielded wire; cap lets the tone control roll off the treble response, output lugs of your guitar volume control pot, to 5" of single-conductor insulated wire; solder, cop- progressively warming the tone. The higher the smooth out treble bleed. More uniform tone from per foil and instructions. value, the more bass output from the tone control 1 to 10; more rounded sound at low volume. Standard kit shields most guitars, including Strat® at its “zero” setting. #1467 With ceramic cap ...... $4.90 and Tele.® 1-1/8" x 13-1/2", 1/2" x 19-1/2", and two #1495 .015µF (green) #1468 With Orange Drop® cap $6.90 5" x 7" foil sizes. #1496 .022µF (yellow) Each #3789 $15.98 #1497 .047µF (red) $17.50 #1278 Resistor only, for upgrading Pkg. Pkg., 4+ Large kit Sufficient for Strats® made since the original caps. Package of 10. $3.49 $2.83 Cannot be shipped outside the USA. ’90s: 1/2" x 19-1/2", two 1-1/8" x 13-1/2", and four Hear the results in TradeSecrets Issue 182 at stewmac.com 5" x 7" foil sizes. #3790 $24.64 Schatten Magnetic Polarity Tester Self- Aluminum Pickguard 3PDT Stomp Switch When building or repairing adhesive Shielding Foil This special triple-pole A sheet of foil shielding double-throw 9-lug a pickup, be sure it’s mag- for the underside of a pick- footswitch allows netically in phase, to avoid guard. No gluing, no mess. unbuffered bypassing weak output. The Schatten 20-3/4" x 13" of a pedal or effect tester indicates north/south #0048 $8.96 circuit, without coloring the tone of the guitar or polepiece orientation. other components in the chain. The third pole #5127 $10.95 can be wired to control an LED or other custom function. Instructions included. #1611 2-way Slide Switch for Jaguar ® Threading is 7/16" tall. Requires 1" depth Each Each, 3+ or Jazzmaster,® with screws. Heat Shrink and 1/2"-dia meter mounting hole. $12.95 $10.23 Requires 3/4" body cavity depth, 1-1/8" screw spacing, and 5/16" x 9/16" Tubing Pack Strat,® Tele,® P-Bass® and Jazz Bass® are registered trademarks of Fender This handy orga- Musical Instruments Corporation. Les Paul® and SG® are registered pickguard/control plate slot. Made by Switchcraft.™ nizer box contains trademarks of Gibson Guitar Corporation. Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ #1233 $4.17 $3.71 $3.38 six different heat ® shrink tubing sizes NEW Emerson Vintage-style 3-way Slide Switch for Mustang. for guitar and amp wiring jobs. Applying heat to Ground Plate for Strat Requires 13/16" body cavity depth, Vintage-spec replica of a late- 1-7/16" screw spacing, and 5/16" x the flexible tubing reduces its diameter by half, to 13/16" pickguard/control plate slot. #0026 ‘50s Strat® ground plate. Made insulate solder joints and bare wires. 2-1/2" length. Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ $10.00 of 0.020" thick aluminum. #0519 $13.62 #1232 $6.87 $6.11 $5.56

52 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Pickup Switches Free-Way Switch An upgrade of the switch origi- nally installed in the Jimmy Page Guitar Les Paul® Custom. Fits an LP gear 1243 1240 shifter! 3-way 1218 1217 switch cavity without routing. Toggle 2-pole, 6-position transverse Switches toggle action and 15 terminal 1242 connections expand your With wiring wiring options. Great for diagram. coil-splitting, 3-pickup selection, piezo pickup on/off, and humbucker/single-coil/ Metric Switchcraft™ switches include Switchcraft™ Popular in guitars humbucker switching. Each Each, 3+ knurled mounting nut.1/2"-diameter Reliable and heavy-duty. made outside the USA. #0055 Nickel $34.95 $32.50 mounting hole required. Straight/ ® tall switch needs 1-1/2" body cav- Standard in Gibson and other American Quality at economical prices. #0055-G Gold $37.95 $35.29 Knobs on page 72 ity depth; straight/short switch guitars for decades. Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ requires 7/8"; right-angle switch Straight/tall switch #1240 Switchcraft,™ chrome $18.95 $16.87 $15.35 Free-Way Ultra Switch needs 13/16". Knobs available on For Les Paul.® #1241 Switchcraft,™ gold $22.90 $20.38 $18.55 page 72.

4-pole, 6-position transverse Electronics #1242 Switchcraft,™ chrome $17.95 $15.98 $14.54 toggle with 28 terminals lets Straight/ Metric switches include knurled short switch #1217 Metric, chrome $12.95 $11.53 $10.49 you explore the most sophis- nut, flat washer, plus black and for 2-pickup guitars. #1217-G Metric, gold $14.58 $12.98 $11.81 ticated custom wirings. Access cream plastic knobs. 5/16" mount- practically any pickup or coil ing thread height; 1/2"-dia. mount- Right-angle switch #1243 Switchcraft,™ chrome $17.95 $15.98 $14.54 combinations! ing hole required. Straight switch for SG® and thin #1218 Metric, chrome $12.95 $11.53 $10.49 Each Each, 3+ requires 15/16" body cavity depth; 2-pickup guitars. #1218-G Metric, gold $14.96 $13.31 $12.12 #0072 Nickel $48.95 $45.52 right-angle switch needs 13/16". #0072-G Gold $52.95 $49.24 Each Each, 10+ Each, 50+ Knurled toggle #1000 Nickel $2.50 $2.12 $1.70 Specs for Free-Way switches: #0055 housing is 61/64" x switch nut #1000-G Gold $3.50 $2.97 $2.38 1-17/64". #0072 housing is 1-3/8" diameter. Both: threaded portion is 13/32" tall; 1/2"-dia. mounting hole and 3/8" body cavity depth required. Nut and washer; cream, black and am- CRL Lever Switches Knobs included FREE ber plastic knobs included. Wiring diagrams at stewmac.com. Reliable, noise-free heavy-duty switches preferred by most #2000 3-way Made in USA players. We include black “barrel” and “top-hat” knobs with #2001 5-way by Electroswitch ® the 3-way, and white and black knobs for Strat with the Each, 6+ Rotary Switches Flat washer, lock washer 5-way. Wiring diagram and stainless steel screws included. Each per model and two mounting nuts included. Requires 1-3/8" body cavity depth and 1-5/8" mounting screw spacing. $14.68 $13.21 Coarse-knurled split shaft has M9 x .75 thread; the threaded portion is 3/8" tall. 3/8"-diameter mounting hole required. Replacement Mounting Screws Each Each, 24+ 4586 ® 6-position The 2-pole switch Phillips 6-32 thread, 5/8" for #4586 For Tele $0.25 $0.16 3511 CRL switches. Stainless steel. #4585 For Strat® $0.25 $0.16 can be used in a Varitone notch 4585 filter circuit, per ES-345 guitars. Extra length for carved guitar tops as well as standard pickguards and plates. The 4-pole switch has extra versa- tility for custom pickup selection, Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ Varitone, and advanced wirings. #1219 Chrome $6.70 $5.96 $5.43 Mini Toggle Switches On/On #3511 requires 7/8" mounting cavity #1220 Black $7.48 $6.66 $6.06 depth; #3516 requires 1-5/16" depth. For series/parallel pickup switching, #1223 Chrome $10.10 $8.99 $8.18 Each, 6+ phase switching, and hum bucker coil- On/On/On #3511 2-pole Each per model tapping. Includes flat washer, lock #1224 Black $12.53 $11.15 $10.15 #3516 4-pole $10.48 $8.91 washer and two hex nuts. Threaded portion is 5/16" tall. 1/4" diameter mounting hole and 5/8" body cavity depth required. 5-position 4-pole switch for Paul Reed Smith® guitars, or for custom pickup selector wiring. Megaswitch™ #3484 E-model 5-way switch for 3-pickup combinations 1-5/16" mounting cavity depth required. Designed for guitarists of single-coils or hum buck ers, or for two humbuckers. Each Each, 6+ Sturdy die-cast design, Enables coil-tap and hum-cancellation. #3512 $10.48 $8.91 noise-free contacts, and #3528 S-model Standard 5-way Strat® wiring. Chickenhead knob, page 72 a great feel. Chrome #3530 P-model 5-way lever switch for two humbuckers. screws, black and white Same functions as a Paul Reed Smith® rotary control: knobs, and instructions 1 Bridge 2 Inner coils, parallel 3 Outer coils, series are included. 4 Outer coils, parallel 5 Neck Each, 3+ Grigsby Each per model 4-way 2-pole $28.84 $21.34 Replacement Knob Fits Megaswitch only. All Megaswitches require 1-3/8" body #3527 White Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ Lever Switch #3527-B Black $1.59 $1.38 $1.19 A popular mod for the Tele®: cavity depth and 1-5/8" mounting screw spacing. three standard pickup selec- tion positions, plus a fourth Oak Grigsby that combines the bridge and Super Switch Custom wirings, new sounds 1-7/16" body cavity depth neck pickups in series for a Wire guitars in imaginative new ways with this special and 1-5/8" screw spacing fatter tone. Black “barrel” and 4-pole, 5-way lever switch. It has six lugs per pole, for required. “top-hat” knobs, 5/8" stainless virtually limitless pickup and coil selections. Black and Each Each, 3+ Requires 1-7/16" screws and wiring diagram white knobs, screws and instructions included. #3200 $20.87 $18.57 body cavity depth included. and 1-5/8" mounting Each Each, 6+ ® ® ® ® ® ® screw spacing. #2002 $14.68 $13.21 Les Paul and SG are trademarks of Gibson Guitar Corporation. Strat, Tele, Jazzmaster, Jaguar and Mustang® are registered trademarks of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation.

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 53 Control Pots & Wiring • Switchcraft™ & CRL CTS Push- switches CTS Pots Pull Pots • Orange Drop® capacitors CTS pots have long been first Control hum- • CTS pots choice in American guitars. bucker coil- CTS pots from StewMac have cuts or other a more durable brass shaft, simple mods, and tighter ±10% resistance with no need to tolerance. Split-shaft versions drill your guitar for require fine-knurled knobs. a separate switch. Each pot functions as a nor- Set-screw knobs fit the solid mal tone or volume control, but also pulls up to ® shaft models. activate a built-in SPST switch. Renowned CTS Same specs as Push-Pull Pots at quality with durable brass shaft and tight ±10% right. tolerance. Split-shaft versions require fine-knurled Pre-wired Split shaft Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ knobs; solid-shaft versions are for set-screw knobs. #0115 250K-ohm $5.95 $5.41 $4.94 Harnesses #0116 500K-ohm $5.95 $5.41 $4.94 3/8 x 32 threading is 3/8" tall; long shaft threading is 3/4". 3/8"-dia. mounting hole required. Includes flat washer, lock Premium components, hand-soldered and tested #0117 500K long* $7.95 $7.23 $6.60 in our shop: CTS pots, Switchcraft™ and CRL ® washer, and two nuts for custom height adjustment. *Long shaft for Les Paul solidbodies switches, Orange Drop® caps, and vintage-style Solid shaft (1/4" diameter) Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ Split shaft Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ wire. Each harness is mounted on a reusable ply- #0115-S 250K-ohm $5.75 $5.23 $4.77 #0221 250K-ohm $7.95 $7.23 $6.60 wood template, so the components will align for 500K-ohm #0116-S 500K-ohm $5.75 $5.23 $4.77 #0222 $7.95 $7.23 $6.60 drop-in installation. Simply solder your pickup #0223 500K long* $7.95 $7.23 $6.60

Electronics ® wires to the harness, and connect the switch and *Long shaft for Les Paul solidbodies Alpha Pots jack, depending on the wiring channels in your in- Solid shaft Economical, and common in Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ strument. Switch knobs and instructions included; 250K-ohm guitars made outside the USA. #0221-S $7.95 $7.23 $6.60 order control knobs separately on page 72. Standard ±20% resistance toler- #0222-S 500K-ohm $7.95 $7.23 $6.60 #1931 For Tele,® with 3-way switch ...... $64.00 ance. The aluminum split shaft #1932 For Tele,® with 4-way switch ...... $64.00 Be sure your fits a coarse-knurled knob. Full For Strat,® knobs will ft! #1930 with 5-way switch ...... $66.00 specs at stewmac.com. #1933 For Gibson® Les Paul® ...... $80.00 Each Each, 12+ Each, 50+ Need knobs? Coarse knurled Fine knurled Solid shaft #1934 For Les Paul,® with long-shaft pots .. $91.00 See page 72 18 splines (Alpha) 24 splines (CTS) (CTS) #0128 250K-ohm ...... $2.73 $2.43 $1.97 #1935 For Gibson® SG® ...... $76.00 #0130 500K-ohm ...... $2.73 $2.43 $1.97 DeoxIT™ Pot & Switch Cleaner, page 48 #1936 For P Bass® ...... $47.00 #3482 500K long shaft $6.95 $6.19 $5.00 #1937 For Jazz Bass® ...... $52.00 #3481 1 meg-ohm ...... $4.69 $4.17 $3.38 #3755 25K-ohm* ...... $8.97 $7.98 $6.46 ™ Harness components match our premium wiring kits on page JackPot 55. Harnesses for Tele® and P Bass® have solid-shaft pots; Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ Potentiometer all others have split-shaft pots. #3477 500K-ohm mini $4.77 $4.15 $3.58 This combo pot and rotary switch •For use with active pickups, or after the preamp of a piezo-saddle electric guitar bridge. bypasses your volume and tone con- trols. The switch clicks on when the Alpha Push/Pull Control Pot knob is fully rotated. You can play Acts as a normal volume or tone control, full throttle, with the pickup wired directly to the and pulls up to activate its on/ jack. Your volume knob will still lower the level. on DPDT mini switch. Controls M8 x 0.75 threading is 3/8" tall. 5/16"-dia. hole required. pickup phasing, series/parallel Includes flat washer, lock washer and 2 nuts. Emerson Pro CTS Pots switching and coil-taps. Split shaft #0163 250K-ohm Each, 6+ Each, 12+ with coarse knurling. Full specs at #0164 500K-ohm Each per model per model Lower drag • Tighter tolerance • Smoother taper stewmac.com. #0165 1 meg-ohm $9.95 $9.05 $8.26 Special control pots for demanding pro guitarists, #1215 250K Each, 6+ Each, 12+ U.S Patent No. 8,253,007 #1216 500K Each per model per model developed by Emerson in cooperation with CTS. #1213 500K long shaft* $8.98 $7.81 $6.73 The low-drag brass shaft turns more easily than any *3/8 x 32 threading is 3/4" tall. Thumbwheel we’ve used. Super-tight ±8% resistance tolerance 3/8"-dia. hole required. Controls and super-smooth response taper, too—no sudden Fingertip tone/volume con- jumps in volume or tone. Individually tested. Full Alpha Blend Pot trols install under the edge specs at stewmac.com Pans from one pickup or source to of a raised pickguard with another, with both signals full at the Split shaft Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ supplied foam tape. Includes #0203 250K-ohm $7.20 $6.55 $5.98 center detent. Linear taper. Split 24" 2-conductor shielded #0204 500K-ohm $7.20 $6.55 $5.98 shaft with coarse knurling. Full specs wire and instructions. NEW #0226 1meg-ohm $7.20 $6.55 $5.98 at stewmac.com Each, 6+ Each, 12+ #6156 500K $35.95 #0205 500K long* $9.20 $8.37 $7.64 #4137 250K Each per model per model *Long shaft for Les Paul® solidbodies #4138 500K $5.34 $4.38 $3.68 Solid shaft (1/4" diameter) Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ G-HUB #0203-S 250K-ohm $7.00 $6.37 $5.81 #0204-S 500K-ohm $7.00 $6.37 $5.81 Battery-free Passive Guitar NEW #0226-S 1meg-ohm $7.00 $6.37 $5.81 onboard overdrive Wiring Hub Pro Blender Pot Wire it to replace your Strat® Customizing your Black Ice circuitry is middle pickup tone control, to blend the neck or sound has never been encapsulated in a 1/2" cube at stewmac.com bridge pickup smoothly into switch positions 1, 2, 4 easier, from simple single- that requires no batteries. Installation can be as and 5.* Or wire it in place of any tone pot, for click- coil combinations to complex simple as replacing your tone control’s capacitor.* free tone circuit bypass between 9 and 10. Custom humbucker phase reversals. Installs in your Four wiring setups let you choose the amount of audio taper; split shaft. Tight 10% tolerance. distortion you like. Works with practically all pas- control cavity and allows for endless wiring setups. Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ Swap components and configurations quickly sive guitar or bass pickups. #6065 $19.95 #0215 250K-ohm $7.55 $6.87 $6.27 without soldering. #5065 $79.90 *250K tone pot required. Not for use with active pickups. * Wiring diagram at stewmac.com 54 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Wiring Guitar circuit wire Supplies Vintage-style Push-back Wire Be sure your control knobs will ft! Flexible insulation pushes back to expose the 22 AWG tinned stranded conductor. Our .090"-dia. Gibson-style shielded wire has white celanese and Coarse knurled Fine knurled Solid shaft black waxed cotton insulation, and tinned braided 18 splines (Alpha) 24 splines (CTS) (CTS) copper shield. The .070"-dia. unshielded single See page 72 for control knobs conductor wire has white celanese wrap and waxed Guitar Wiring Kits Diagram included! braided cotton outer insulation. For Tele® Standard kit Premium kit #0138 Standard $26.00 Two 250K control pots: Alpha split-shaft CTS solid shaft #1918 Premium $33.90 Single conductor, unshielded ® .047µF and .001µF caps: Ceramic Orange Drop ™ Supplied in 50-foot rolls. Switchcraft jack and Wire: PVC-insulated Push-back wiring diagram included #1470 White Each, 3+ Each kit has 3-way CRL switch with top-hat and barrel switch knobs. with each kit. #1471 Black Each per color #1472 Yellow $21.73 $17.17 Shielding supplies, For Tele,® with Premium components: 4-way Oak Grigsby switch* with screws, page 52 Single conductor Each 4-way switch top-hat and barrel switch knobs, two 250K solid-shaft CTS pots, $29.08 .001µF and .047µF Orange Drop® caps, push-back wire, Switch- with braided shield ™ Each, 3+ craft jack and wiring diagram. #1473 50-foot roll #1923 $33.90 Electronics $22.97 *Adds bridge and neck pickups in series for a fatter tone.

Standard kit Premium kit #0137 Standard $28.30 ® Shielded Wire For Strat Three 250K split-shaft pots: Alpha CTS #1917 Premium $44.65 ® Single conductor 26 AWG stranded conduc- .047µF capacitor: Ceramic Orange Drop Switchcraft™ jack and tor with braided tinned copper shield and PVC Wire: PVC-insulated Push-back wiring diagram included 5-way CRL switch has screws, white and black switch knobs. with each kit. insulation; .100"-dia ., 25 feet. #1586 $18.25

4-conductor 28 AWG ® Standard kit Premium kit #0133 Standard $36.14 For Les Paul Metric Switchcraft™ poly-insulated stranded 3-way pickup switch: #0133-G Standard with (Standard pot shafts) Black and cream Amber Switch knob: gold switch $37.77 tinned copper conduc- Four 500K split-shaft pots: Alpha CTS tors with foil shield and Two .022µF capacitors: Ceramic Orange Drop® #2133 Premium $61.88 stranded ground wire. PVC outer insulation; .120" Wire: PVC-insulated Push-back #2133-G Premium with dia meter, 25 feet. #1818 $27.89 Wiring diagram and Switchcraft™ jack included with each kit. gold switch $66.48

For Les Paul® Standard kit Premium kit #0133-LS Standard $49.21 Metric Switchcraft™ Non-shielded Wire (Long pot shafts) 3-way pickup switch: #0133-LSG Standard Black and cream Amber 22 AWG tinned stranded copper single-conductor Switch knob: with gold switch $53.33 wire, PVC-insulated. .050" diameter, 100 feet. Four 500K split-shaft pots: Alpha long CTS long Two .022µF capacitors: Ceramic Orange Drop® #2133-LS Premium $75.38 #1587 White Each Wire: PVC-insulated Push-back #2133-LSG Premium #1588 Black $44.10 Wiring diagram and Switchcraft™ jack included with each kit. with gold switch $79.38

4575 For Gibson® SG® Standard kit Premium kit #0125 Standard $33.47 Metric Switchcraft™ Right-angle 3-way switch: #2134 Premium $56.38 Switch knob: Black and cream Amber Four 500K split-shaft pots: Alpha CTS Switchcraft™ jack and Two .022µF capacitors: Ceramic Orange Drop® wiring diagram included 4572 Wire: PVC-insulated Push-back with each kit. Basic Wiring Packages Each package has a .047µF and .022µF capacitor, For 2 pickups with Standard kit Premium kit #1802 Standard $32.65 Metric Switchcraft™ plus enough shielded and non-shielded wire for toggle switch 3-way pickup switch: #2136 Premium $45.18 Gibson®/Epiphone/ Switch knob: Black and cream Amber most individual guitars or basses. Order pots and ™ . Two 500K split-shaft pots: Alpha CTS Switchcraft jack and switches separately. The premium set has push- ® ® .022µF capacitor: Ceramic Orange Drop wiring diagram included back wire and Orange Drop caps. Each Each, 3+ Wire: PVC-insulated Push-back with each kit. #4575 Standard $5.93 $4.68 #4572 Premium $9.90 $8.81 JPLP for Les Paul® Jimmy Page setup. 500K long-shaft push/pull pot to coil-tap the bridge humbucker; metric 3-way switch with black and cream Bass Wiring Kits knobs; three 500K long-shaft Alpha pots; two .022µF ceramic 1921 Push-back wire, Switch- capacitors; wire, Switchcraft™ jack and wiring diagram. craft™ jack, .047µF #0126 $51.45 Orange Drop® cap, ® 250K CTS pots, For LP Special Premium components: Short 3-way Switchcraft™ switch and wiring dia- with amber knob; four 500K CTS split-shaft pots; two .022µF gram are in Orange Drop®capacitors; push-back wire, Switchcraft™ jack and The New Book of each kit. wiring diagram. #2133-SP $61.88 Standard Wiring Diagrams For P Bass® Includes two solid-shaft pots. For Les Paul Jr® 65 easy-to-read guitar Works for single-pickup guitars, too. Premium components: 500K and 250K split-shaft CTS pots, .022µF and bass diagrams for or SG Jr® Orange Drop® capacitor, push-back wire, Switchcraft™ jack and #1921 $21.34 Fender, Gibson and wiring diagram. #1919 $21.54 For Jazz Bass® Includes three split-shaft pots. many more, with quick references for wiring #1922 $26.93 For PRS® Paul Reed Smith® setup. 5-way rotary switch, two 500K split-shaft individual components. Strat,® Tele,® P-Bass® and Jazz Bass® are registered trademarks of Fender 81 pages, softcover. ® ® CTS pots, 180pF and .022µF ceramic capacitors, push-back wire, Musical Instruments Corporation. Les Paul and SG are registered ™ trademarks of Gibson Guitar Corporation. Switchcraft jack and wiring diagram. #1920 $28.12 #3283 $34.99

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 55 stewmac.com/waverly First choice of renowned guitarmakers for their fnest instruments

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Longer life with less wear. Waverly’s stainless 1129 steel worm gear has nylon bushings for smooth- ness. Machined bronze alloy string post gears are highly durable. 4065 with Traditional beauty. Waverly tuners are available ivoroid knob Press-ft brass in nickel, gold or relic finishes, and with a variety of bushings ft distinctive knobs to complement any instrument. 11/32"-diameter pegholes.

inch mm inch mm A A .340" 8.7 G .562" 14.3 E H D K B .230" 5.8 H 1.030" 26.2 B L M G F C .249" 6.3 J .630" 16.0 C D .850" 21.6 K .270" 6.9 4091-G gold with E 1.080" 27.4 L 1.000" 25.4 snakewood knob F .249" 6.3 M 1.315" 33.4 J Hardware Sets of 3-left/3-right, with mounting screws Set, 3+ Set, 6+ NEW Knobs Solid peghead Slotted peghead Set per model per model Dark #4069 Nickel #4070 Nickel $143.90 $133.83 $122.31 Tortoise #4069-G Gold #4070-G Gold $198.50 $184.60 $168.72 Butterbean #4060 Nickel #4063 Nickel $143.90 $133.83 $122.31 Brass #4060-G Gold #4063-G Gold $198.50 $184.60 $168.72 #4067 Nickel #4075 Nickel $139.50 $129.73 $118.57 Ebony #4067-G Gold #4075-G Gold $205.50 $191.11 $174.67 Vintage #1129 Nickel #1130 Nickel $158.90 $147.78 $135.06 Oval Brass Rare 1930s knob shape as seen on the Clarence White/Tony Rice D-28 Martin. #4091 Nickel — $141.55 $131.64 $120.32 Snakewood #4091-G Gold #4098-G Gold $210.50 $195.76 $178.92 4062-G gold, hand-engraved Ivoroid #4065 Nickel #4066 Nickel $138.90 $129.18 $118.06 #4072 Nickel* *Pearl products $205.90 $191.49 $175.01 Black Pearl cannot be shipped #4072-G Gold* $256.95 $238.96 $218.41 “They hold their tune and look superb… outside the USA. of course I recommend Waverly.” Engraved #4062-G Gold — $346.00 $321.78 $294.10 —Dick Boak, Martin Guitars Butterbean #4073 Nickel — $136.90 $127.32 $116.36 “The best tuning keys on the market.” Ivoroid #4073-G Gold — $187.90 $174.75 $159.71 —Tony Rice “They work as beautifully as they look. The very best!” —Jim Merrill, Merrill Guitars relic finish The cure for sweet old guitars with cranky old tuners “Like putting a Rolex on your guitar!” First choice when shiny new Sets of 3-left/3-right, for solid peghead —M.J. Franks Guitars tuners look out of place on a Knobs Set Set, 3+ Set, 6+ “Our favorite tuners.” — fine . Waverly’s #4076 Butterbean $168.90 $157.08 $143.56 relic nickel finish has that #4078 Vintage oval $183.90 $171.03 $156.31 “well-played” patina. 3-ON-PLATE Waverly’s elegant 3-on-plate tuners for steel-string guitars. Bronze/stainless steel 16:1 design gives MACHINES impressive smoothness. Polished brass string posts are mounted on beautiful cast polished bronze engraved base plates that age to a handsome patina. Mounting screws included.

Sets for slotted peghead inch mm For slotted peghead A .610" 15.5 Knobs Set Set, 3+ B .440" 11.8 C 4.010" 101.9 C L #3500 Ivoroid ...... $205.70 $183.07 B D 1.375" 34.9 D J K #3503 Ebony ...... $210.25 $187.12 E .280" 7.1 E F 1.26" 32.0 #3504 Snakewood $215.50 $191.79 G 1.23" 31.2 A * H 1.17" 29.7 For solid peghead Sets for solid peghead J .249" 6.3 Knobs Set Set, 3+ K .562" 14.3 N L 1.030" 26.2 O P #3501 Ivoroid ...... $195.70 $174.17 M .276" 7.0 F G H M J #3502 Ebony ...... $191.25 $170.21 N .336" 8.5 3500 O .850" 21.6 3501 *Knurled press-fit peghead bushings included. P 1.080" 27.4

56 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com #6710 #6701 Tuning Stippled Leaf baseplate baseplate Machines

Conversion No plugging Tuner large pegholes Before After Bushings and redrilling Our knurled press-fit brass conversion bushings retrofit Waverly, Kluson or other tuners with 1/4"-diameter string posts into larger (Gotoh/Grover/Schaller) pegholes. Sets of 6.

#3457 hex For 3/8" or 10mm holes Set Set, 6+ Set, 12+ .466" dia. #3457 Hex, nickel...... $7.87 $6.85 $5.90 .394" dia. Ultra-smooth #3457-G Hex, gold ...... $9.54 $8.30 $7.15 ball-bearing .375" dia. #3457-R Hex, Relic ..... $8.70 $7.57 $6.52 string rollers #3458 round #3458 Round, nickel.... $7.87 $6.85 $5.90 .437" dia. #3458-G Round, gold .. $9.54 $8.30 $7.15 .394" dia. #3458-R Round, Relic $8.70 $7.57 $6.52 .375" dia. For 10.5mm holes Set Set, 6+ Set, 12+ #3459 round .457" dia. #3459 Round, nickel.... $7.87 $6.85 $5.90 .415" dia. #3459-G Round, gold .. $9.54 $8.30 $7.15 .395" dia. #3459-R Round, Relic $8.70 $7.57 $6.52

Vintage-style Bushings The finishing touch. Set of 6 knurled brass press-fit Chosen by world- bushings for 1/4"-dia. string posts. renowned luthiers Set Set, 6+ Set, 12+ .425" dia. Hex #3461 Nickel $7.87 $6.85 $5.90 3461 .340" dia. Classical Guitar Machines Greg Brandt • Greg Byers Hardware straight #3461-G Gold $9.54 $8.30 $7.15 Rolf Eichinger .425" dia. Crafted and refned by Waverly .348" dia. Designed by pioneering luthier Irving Sloane Jean-Marie Fouilleul Hex #3456 Nickel $7.87 $6.85 $5.90 3456 tapered #3456-G Gold $9.54 $8.30 $7.15 .331" dia. Armin Gropp • Armin Hanika Tuning performance second to none. Sloane classical Hill Guitars • Bert Kwakkel #3460 Nickel $7.87 $6.85 $5.90 .438" dia. tuners are first choice for many fine concert guitars. Their Round David LaPlante #3460-G Gold $9.54 $8.30 $7.15 3460 .340" dia. superior design begins with patented bushings that eliminate looseness in the worm gear, for impressively precise tuning Augustino Lo Prinzi Maingard Guitars • Thomas Rein 1920s-style Bushings and smooth feel. The baseplates and support posts are one- B piece bronze castings, more stable than riveted assemblies. Hiroshi Mizuhara Original style thin-wall press-fit brass, Precision ball bearings on each string roller take tuning to an Dake Traphagen for 1/4"-diameter string posts. A C Each even higher level of smoothness, with no binding. Otto Vowinkel #0733 Nickel...... $0.40 inch mm #0733-R Relic nickel .....$0.54 A .315" 8.0 Long-life gears. Bronze alloy 16:1 toothed gears are more B .418" 10.6 durable than the brass gears used in other tuners. Stainless My hands down favorites in their #0733-G Gold ...... $0.96 C .283" 7.2 worms and screws assure longer life with less wear. price class. They work as well or Knurled ’20s-style Bushings Beauty to enhance fne instruments. The polished bronze better than those at twice the B price or more. I’ve used them for The prewar look, but in press-fit baseplates (two styles) attain a handsome antique patina. over twenty years since Irving A C knurled machined brass. For 1/4"- Choose from a selection of beautiful polished knobs. frst designed and built them. diameter string posts. Each inch mm —David LaPlante, luthier A .276" 7.0 #0734 Nickel...... $0.82 B .409" 10.4 #0734-RN Relic nickel $0.97 C .336" 8.5 Sloane tuners have white powder- #0734-RB Relic brass ....$0.92 coated aluminum string rollers with brass inner shafts and 35mm B (1-3/8") spacing. Mounting screws Vintage-style Grommet Bushings A Ivoroid Pearloid Ebony Snakewood are included. Thin-wall press-fit brass, as used in the 1950s C A and ’60s. Large size per Gibsons; small size per inch mm B J Kays, Harmonys and Silvertones. A .315" 8.0 With ‘Stippled’ bronze baseplate C M Each B .488" 12.4 D L C .287" 7.3 Knobs Set Set, 3+ K J Large #0738-N Nickel $0.45 #6708 Ivoroid ..... $290.00 $258.10 E .256" inside #0738-RN Relic nickel $0.65 B #6709 Pearloid .... $290.00 $258.10 diameter #0738-RB Relic brass $0.60 F inch mm inch mm A C #6690 Snakewood $299.00 $266.11 A 4.320" 109.7 G 1.290" 32.8 B .710" 18.0 H 1.320" 33.5 Small #0739-N Nickel $0.40 #6710 Ebony ...... $290.00 $258.10 G H G C 1.378" 35.0 J .394" 10.0 .240" inside inch mm #6710-B Ebony, $290.00 $258.10 D .270" 6.9 K .630" 16.0 #0739-RN Relic nickel $0.60 A .315" 8.0 E .700" 17.8 L 1.189" 30.2 diameter #0739-RB Relic brass $0.55 B .382" 9.7 with black rollers F .210" 5.3 M .386" 9.8 C .264" 6.7

A J B With ‘Leaf’ bronze baseplate C M L Knobs Set Set, 3+ D K J Tri-Flow® Lubes tuners, tools & hardware #6705 Ivoroid ..... $290.00 $258.10 E Luthiers favorite! A drop of Tri-Flow® on metal #6701 Pearloid .... $290.00 $258.10 #6706 Ebony ...... $290.00 $258.10 inch mm inch mm bearing surfaces lubricates tuning gears, roller A 4.000" 101.6 G 1.240" 31.5 #6706-B Ebony, $290.00 $258.10 B .456" 11.6 H 1.170" 29.7 C 1.378" 35.0 J .394" 10.0 bridges, tremolos, truss rod nuts, and more. #0106 F G H with black rollers D .270" 6.9 K .630" 16.0 This light viscosity lube contains super- $9.43 E .610" 15.5 L 1.189 30.2 slick Teflon,® plus anti-corrosion additives. F 1.250" 31.8 M .386" 9.8 Won’t congeal and attract dirt like house- hold oils. A little lasts a long time, and Be sure your tuners work efciently! the pin-point applicator puts it right Our Tuner Drill Jig prevents misalignment that can where you want it. 1/4-ounce. cause tuning problems in plate-mounted machines. See page 21 Teflon® is a registered trademark of DuPont.™

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 57 Tuning NEW Machines 0114 Vintage-style Tuner Knobs Bring old tuning machines back to life, and give newer tuners an authentic vintage touch. 11/16" 0111 x 9/16", as installed on Golden Age and Waverly tuning machines. Cream and black knobs have the Midsize slightly flatter 1920s shape. Each, Each, ‘Keystone’ Knobs 0144 NEW! Hole size Each 12+ 36+ Vintage color. 7/64" x Gotoh 510 #0114 Dark Tortoise 3/32" dia. $2.99 $2.54 $2.09 9/64" shaft hole. Ivoroid 3/32" dia. Guitar #0112 $2.99 $2.54 $2.09 #0045 Single-ring White 5/64" x 9/64" 0113 #0113 $1.73 $1.47 $1.21 #0046 Double-ring Machines #0144 Ebony 3/32" dia. $2.48 $2.11 $1.74 Sleek modern tuners Each, 12+ Each, 36+ #0111 Cream 3/32" x 5/32" $1.83 $1.56 $1.28 Each per style per style with cast housings, #0111-B Black 3/32" x 5/32" $1.83 $1.56 $1.28 0112 $3.75 $3.19 $2.62 sealed gears, perma- Installation instructions available at stewmac.com nent Lubri-Plate™ gear coating for smooth- Mini ness, and Rock- Schaller Solid™ string posts for Classical stability. Available Guitar in chrome, gold and Machines translucent Cosmo Hauser-style black finishes. tuners with handsome 18:1 gear ratio • Threaded hex bushings • Removable knobs 3-on-Plate Guitar Machines cast baseplates. Polished ebony or pearlescent 10mm (13/32") diameter pegholes required • Sets of 6 with Vintage-style stamped plates, white plastic knobs, plastic knobs. Screws included. screws • Full specs at stewmac.com and nylon internal bushings for smoothness. 16:1 gear ratio • 3/8"-diameter string rollers with 1-3/8" Screws and press-fit bushings included. (35mm) spacing • Not for use with steel strings • Pearloid Midsize, 3-left/3-right Knobs Set Set, 3+ For solid pegheads and steel strings only • 15:1 ratio • 1-3/8" knobs are oval • Full specs at stewmac.com #7107 Chrome ...... Metal..... $73.27 $65.21 string post spacing • 11/32"-diameter pegholes required Finish / knobs Set Set, 3+

Hardware #7107-CB Cosmo black Metal..... $76.98 $68.51 Full specs at stewmac.com Set Set, 3+ #0646 Nickel, pearloid $61.45 $54.69 #7107-G Gold ...... Metal..... $94.21 $83.85 #4095 Nickel $56.29 $50.10 #0646-G Gold, pearloid $68.10 $60.61 #7108-G Gold ...... Black plastic... $111.78 $99.48 #0653-G Gold, ebony $85.37 $75.98

Mini with metal knobs Set Set, 3+ #7100 3-left/3-right, chrome ...... $72.98 $64.95 #7100-CB 3L/3R, Cosmo black.... $78.74 $70.08 #7100-G 3-left/3-right, gold ...... $94.21 $83.85 #7101 6-in-line, chrome ...... $72.98 $64.95 Mini locking machines ® Magnum Lock string post automatically locks Schaller 3-on-Plate Machines the string as you tune. Metal knobs. Economy 3-on-Plate Machines Set Set, 3+ Steel-string tuners with cast baseplates and single- #7106 6-in-line, chrome ...... $88.77 $79.01 For slotted or solid pegheads. 1/4"-diameter string hole string posts for slotted pegheads. Pearl escent #7106-CB 6-in-line, Cosmo black $92.98 $82.75 posts and white plastic knobs. Screws included. plastic knobs. Screws included. 14:1 gear ratio • 1-3/8" string post spacing • 9/32"-diameter 16:1 gear ratio • 1-3/8" string post spacing • 10mm-diameter pegholes required • Full specs at stewmac.com pegholes required • Full specs at stewmac.com NEW Set Set, 3+ Set, 10+ Set Set, 3+ Gotoh Magnum Trad-Lock Tuners #0934 Nickel $9.54 $8.20 $6.96 #0656 Nickel $61.45 $57.15 Traditional thumbscrew-style locking function- #0656-G Gold $68.10 $63.33 ality with Gotoh technology. Rock-Solid™ string posts eliminate looseness, for improved tuning Gotoh Staggered-post A inch mm A .159" 4.0 stability. No more wobbly string posts to cause Guitar Tuners G B .245" 6.2 C 1.115" 28.3 tuning problems. Two post heights eliminate the A special 6-in-line set for Fender B C F D .652" 16.6 E .932" 23.7 need for string trees. and other plank-style pegheads. F .346" 8.8 18:1 gear ratio, 6-in-line have a 16:1 gear ratio • Threaded The slotted posts vary in height to G .380" 9.7 J H .249" 6.3 hex peghead bushings • Removable knobs • mounting H improve the string angle over the E J .886" 22.5 screws included • 10mm (13/32") diameter pegholes nut, often eliminating the need for to 1.000" 25.4 required • Full specs at at stewmac.com String post slot widths “string tree” hold-downs. Vintage- D .026" to .060" 15:1 gear ratio • Press-ft bush- 3-left/3-right Set Set, 3+ ings • 11/32"-diameter peg- style stamped gear housings, oval Set Set, 3+ #7104-C Chrome $56.80 $50.55 holes required • Maximum metal knobs and smooth, precise #1953-N Nickel $61.67 $48.72 #7104-G Gold $72.90 $64.88 peghead thickness 9/16" operation. #1953-G Gold $73.03 $57.69 #7104-B Black $64.90 $57.76 3-left/3-right, with keystone knobs Set Set, 3+ Tuner Mounting Screws #7103-C Chrome $56.80 $50.55 Modern Phillips and vintage-style slotted. #7103-G Gold $72.90 $64.88 For solid pegheads #7103-B Black $64.90 $57.76 Each, For slotted pegheads Each, 3/8" long, roundhead. Each 100+ 1/4" long, roundhead. Each 100+ 6-in-line Set Set, 3+ #3353 Slotted, nickel ...... $0.23 $0.12 #3340 Slotted, nickel ...... $0.23 $0.12 #7105-C Chrome $55.20 $49.13 #3353-G Slotted, gold ...... $0.32 $0.17 #3340-G Slotted, gold ...... $0.32 $0.17 #7105-G Gold $72.90 $64.88 #3353-RN Slotted, Relic nickel $0.27 $0.14 #3340-RN Slotted, Relic nickel $0.27 $0.14 #7105-B Black $63.90 $56.87 #3361 Phillips, nickel ...... $0.23 $0.12 #3341 Phillips, nickel ...... $0.23 $0.12 #7105-CB #3361-G Phillips, gold ...... $0.32 $0.17 #3341-G Phillips, gold ...... $0.32 $0.17 Cosmo Black $59.30 $52.78 #3361-B Phillips, black...... $0.23 $0.12 #3341-B Phillips, black...... $0.23 $0.12 #3361-S Phillips, stainless ...... $0.30 $0.16 #3341-S Phillips, stainless ...... $0.30 $0.16

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Schertler Guitar Machines Smooth, precise Swiss-engineered tuners. Bass tuning machines Schertlers feature nylon worm post bearings, Gotoh Compact Bass Machines cast aluminum baseplates, and distinctive brass Ideal for small pegheads. Cast housings, sealed lubrica- crown gears. Adjustable-tension knobs. tion and 7/16"-dia . string posts. Sets of 4, with screws. 18:1 gear ratio • 3-left/3-right with screws • Steel-string 20:1 ratio • Threaded hex bushings • Removable metal knobs • 5396 sets require 10mm (13/32") diameter pegholes • Solid 9/16"-diameterw pegholes required • Full specs at stewmac.com peghead models include knurled press-ft bushings Set Set, 3+ Solid peghead Knobs Set Set, 3+ #0897 2-left/2-right, chrome $47.88 $40.70 #5396 Satin chrome Ebony $119.00 $105.91 #0897-B 2-left/2-right, black $58.47 $49.70 #5396-B Matte black Ebony $119.00 $105.91 Individual tuners (Left side pictured) Each Each, 12+ #5396-M Metallic* Ebony $119.00 $105.91 5496 Chrome #0896-L Left #0896-R Right $12.10 $9.68 #5496 Chrome Metal $119.00 $105.91 #5496-G Bright gold Metal $124.00 $110.36 Black #0896-LB Left #0896-RB Right $14.91 $11.93 *Translucent black finish Gold #0896-LG Left #0896-RG Right $17.06 $13.65 Slotted peghead #5397-B Matte black Ebony $119.00 $105.91 Adjustable-tension Bass Machines Classical Guitar .390"-diameter string rollers Quality “elephant ear” tuners with cast baseplates and #5398 Satin chrome Ebony $119.00 $105.91 slotted string posts. Allen-adjustable tension for smooth, #5398-B Matte black Ebony $119.00 $105.91 precise operation. Sets of 4, with screws. #5398-G Bright gold Ebony $124.00 $110.36 D 22:1 ratio • Press-ft bushings • 23/32"-diameter pegholes required C inch mm inch mm Full specs at stewmac.com B Set Set, 3+ Hardware A 1.260" 32.0 J 1.125" 28.6 P K B .709" 18.0 K .236" 6.0 #3804 2-left/2-right, chrome $35.80 $28.28 E J N C .400" 10.2 L .400" 10.2 #3803 4-in-line, chrome ...... $35.80 $28.28 F G D .243" 6.2 M .610" 15.5 M Q A E 1.055" 26.8 N 1.189" 30.2 H L F .236" 6.0 P .390" 9.9 G .846" 21.5 Q .587" 14.9 H .400" 10.2 Schaller Bass Machines 5396 5397-B 5398 Traditional “elephant ear” tuners with slotted string posts. They can be dis assembled to reverse the worm gear shafts, to fit reversed pegheads. Sets of 4, with screws. Sperzel Trim-Lok Guitar Tuners 20:1 ratio • Press-ft bushings • 11/16"-diameter pegholes required Rear thumbscrew locks the string. 6-in-line Full specs at stewmac.com Set Set, 3+ string posts have graduated heights. Cast gear #0647 4-in-line, chrome $74.38 $63.22 3422 housings with sealed lubrication. Sets of 6. 12:1 gear ratio • Threaded hex bushings • Removable 4240 metal knobs • 10mm (13/32") dia. pegholes required. Hipshot™ Ultralite Bass Tuners Full specs at stewmac.com Set Set, 3+ High quality compact tuning machines for smaller #3421 Satin chrome $65.66 $55.81 headstocks. These can be converted for installation 3-left/ #3421-B Satin black $69.69 $59.24 on either side. Screws and threaded hex bushings 3421 3-right #3421-G Satin gold $80.77 $68.65 included. Sold individually. 20:1 gear ratio • 9/16"-diameter pegholes required • Full specs #3422 Satin chrome $65.66 $55.81 4241 at stewmac.com #3422-B Satin black $69.69 $59.24 These machines ft 9/16" to 6-in-line #4240 With satin Schaller-style knob #3422-G Satin gold $80.77 $68.65 11/16" peghead thicknesses. ™ #4241 With chrome Fender-style knob Each individual tuner $27.18 Economy Guitar Machines Basic tuners that work! #0935 and #0989 have metal knobs and gear covers. #0936 has open Gotoh Polished Brass 0935 gears and white knobs. Sets of 6, with screws. Classical Guitar Machines Elegantly simple unplated base- 14:1 gear ratio • Press-fit bushings • 5/16"-diameter plates with an incised pattern. pegholes required • Full specs at stewmac.com 14:1 tuners for slotted pegheads. 35mm Removable pearloid knobs. (1-3/8") string roller spacing; not for use Set Set, 3+ Set, 10+ Knobs Set Set, 3+ #0935 3L/3R, chrome ...$21.59 $18.57 $15.76 with steel strings. Screws in cluded. #5835 Ivoroid $80.22 $71.40 #0936 3L/3R chrome ....$14.55 $12.51 $10.62 Full specs at 0936 #5836 Pearloid $76.11 $67.74 #0989 6-in-line chrome, $19.59 $16.85 $14.30 stewmac.com #5837 Ebony $95.56 $85.05 covered (with oval knobs; not pictured) Economy Kluson Wafeback™ Guitar Tuners Stamped gold baseplates and pearloid knobs. High quality updates of the deluxe tuners used on 5836 0940-G 0938-G many Gibson® guitars; named for the grooves on the Set Set, 3+ cast housings. Modern nylon worm bearings and #0940-G $20.47 $18.22 sealed lubrication give smoother tuning. 15:1 ratio • 11/32"-diameter pegholes required • ‘Keystone’ Lyra-style knobs • Sets of 6 with screws and press-ft bushings • Full Ornate gold baseplates specs at stewmac.com and removable pearloid Set Set With metal knobs With plastic knobs knobs. Set Set, 3+ #5801 3-left/3-right, nickel $96.00 #5800 3-left/3-right, nickel $96.00 #0938-G $73.62 $65.52 #5801-G 3-left/3-right, gold $120.00 #5800-G 3-left/3-right, gold $120.00

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Gotoh Sealed Guitar Machines A C inch mm inch mm Popular tuners featuring cast gear housings with maintenance- A .645" 16.8 G .390" 9.9 L B .433" 11.0 H .875" 22.2 free sealed lubrication. Sets of 6, with screws. E F C .188" 4.8 J .312" 7.9 D H K 0903 16:1 gear ratio • Threaded hex bushings • Removable metal knobs • 10mm D .800" 20.3 K 1.075" 27.3 G J M E .290" 7.4 L .413" 10.5 (13/32") diameter pegholes required B F .236" 6.0 M .550" 14.0

With Schaller-style metal knobs Set Set, 3+ #0903 3L/3R chrome, large knobs ...... $41.95 $33.14 1951 #0903-B 3L/3R black, large knobs ...... $46.71 $36.90 #0903-G 3L/3R gold, large knobs ...... $55.79 $44.07 Individual Gotoh Machines #1951 6-in-line, chrome, small knobs $41.95 $33.14 Supplied with small Schaller- #1951-B 6-in-line, black, small knobs $46.71 $36.90 style knobs, for the left or right 0915 #1951-G 6-in-line, gold, small knobs $55.79 $44.07 side of the peghead. These are Choose left or right as viewed With oval metal knobs Set Set, 3+ suitable for 7-string or asymmetric pegheads. from the front of the peghead. #0914 3-left/3-right, chrome $36.90 $29.15 Each #0915 6-in-line, chrome ...... $36.90 $29.15 1955 Chrome #1951-L Left #1951-R Right $7.00 With ‘keystone’ metal knobs Set Set, 3+ Black #1951-LB Left #1951-RB Right $7.80 #1955 3-left/3-right, chrome $42.33 $33.44 #1955-G 3-left/3-right, gold $59.71 $47.17 Gold #1951-LG Left #1951-RG Right $9.30

inch mm A .692" 17.6 Gotoh Vintage-style Guitar Machines K B .475" 12.1 B F C .936" 23.8 0933 H D 1.287" 32.7 With original-style stamped gear housings and traditional C D E J G E .346" 8.8 0648 F .380"* 9.7 knob shapes, these are among the most popular reproduction L G .249" 6.3 tuners for electric or acoustic guitars. A great improvement A H .965" 24.1 #0648 has slotted string post M J .760" 19.3 Hardware over vintage machines, they’re smoother and more precise. K 1.115" 28.3 Sets of 6, with screws. L .692" 17.6 M .932" 23.7 0912 15:1 gear ratio • Press-ft bushings • 11/32"-diameter pegholes required With ‘scalloped’ metal knobs Set Set, 3+ With oval metal knobs Set Set, 3+ #3389 3-left/3-right, nickel $38.85 $36.13 Gotoh #0933 3-left/3-right, nickel $35.88 $28.35 1954 staggered- #0648 6-in-line, nickel ...... $38.62 $30.51 With locking string posts post tuners #0648-G 6-in-line, gold ...... $58.87 $46.51 Simply loosen the top of the string post, for Fender pegheads, With ‘keystone’ plastic knobs Set Set, 3+ insert the string, and tune it to pitch to lock 3389 page 58 #0912 3-left/3-right, nickel $37.60 $29.70 it on the post. Set Set, 3+ #0912-G 3-left/3-right, gold $54.10 $42.74 #1954 6-in-line, nickel $62.90 $49.69

0644 Schaller M-6 Mini Guitar Machines A inch mm 0645 A .530" 13.5 The same features as full-size M-6 sets (below), but with compact J B .264" 6.7 D B C F C .730" 18.5 housings and smaller knobs. Sets of 6, with screws. H D .236" 6.0 K E G E .390" 9.9 14:1 gear ratio • Threaded hex bushings • Removable knobs • 10mm (13/32") F 1.125" 28.6 diameter pegholes required G .326" 8.3 H .950" 24.1 With metal knobs Set Set, 3+ J .447" 11.4 K .570" 14.5 #0644 3-left/3-right, chrome $67.94 $60.47 #0644-B 3-left/3-right, black $70.41 $62.66 Schaller replacement knobs Sets of 6, with screws. #0645 6-in-line, chrome ...... $67.94 $60.47 The small knobs fit M-6 and M-6 mini. #0645-B 6-in-line, black ...... $70.41 $62.66 Set Set, 3+ 0633-G #3056 Pearloid, small $15.92 $13.53 With ebony knobs Set Set, 3+ #3057 Pearloid, large $16.68 $14.18 #0633-G 3-left/3-right, gold $146.25 $130.16 #3058 Ebony, small ....$25.43 $21.62 #3059 Ebony, large .....$25.79 $21.92 Schaller M-6 Guitar Machines These knobs will not fit other tuner brands. Popular high quality tuners with cast gear housings and inch mm 0643 maintenance-free sealed lubri cation. Sets of 6, with screws. A A .605" 15.4 J B .327" 8.3 12:1 gear ratio • Threaded hex bushings • Removable knobs • 10mm (13/32") D C .867" 22.0 B C H F D .236" 6.0 diameter pegholes required E .390" 9.9 E G K F 1.125" 28.6 With metal knobs Set Set, 3+ G .388" 9.9 H .950" 24.1 #0643 3-left/3-right, chrome $67.94 $60.47 J .447" 11.4 With ebony knobs K .570" 14.5 0640-G #0643-B 3-left/3-right, black $70.41 $62.66 Set Set, 3+ #0643-G 3-left/3-right, gold $130.61 $116.24 #0640-G 3-left/3-right, gold $146.25 $130.16

inch mm A A .612" 15.5 Schaller Locking Guitar Machines D B .305" 8.9 G H C .767" 19.5 E Rear thumbscrew locks the string into the post. Sets of 6. B C F J D .236" 6.0 E .390" 9.9 (6-in-line sets have small knobs and staggered post holes.) .096" F .392" 10.0 dia. pin K G .780" 19.8 16:1 gear ratio • Threaded hex bushings • Removable metal knobs • 10mm H .950" 24.1 (13/32") diameter pegholes required Set Set, 3+ J .447" 11.4 Set Set, 3+ #0661 6-in-line, chrome $90.97 $80.96 K .570" 14.5 3-left/3-right, chrome #0659 $90.97 $80.96 #0661-G 6-in-line, gold $173.25 $154.19

60 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Tuning Grover Rotomatic® Machines Guitar Machines Adjustable knob tension, cast housings and sealed lubrication. 0901, 0900, 3793, 3757 Sets of 6, with screws. Mini and midsize have smaller knobs and inch mm housings; Super Rotomatics® are full-size with art deco knobs. A .635" 16.1 A B .302" 7.7 0901 Threaded hex bushings • Removable metal knobs • 10mm (13/32") diameter E C 1.075" 27.3 F K D .592" 15.0 0900 J pegholes required B E .440" 11.2 Set Set, 3+ C H D G F .236" 6.0 Original #0901 3-left/3-right, nickel .....$44.10 $39.25 G .390" 9.9 H .375" 9.5 14:1 ratio #0901-G 3-left/3-right, gold ....$68.06 $60.57 J .920" 23.4 0909 #0900 3-left/3-right, nickel .....$49.17 $43.76 K 1.088" 27.6 Rotomatic #0900-C 3-left/3-right, chrome $49.17 $43.76 0909, 0908 inch mm 18:1 ratio #0900-G 3-left/3-right, gold ....$76.19 $67.81 A .562" 14.3 A B .280" 7.1 E C .725" 18.4 Mini #0909 3-left/3-right, chrome ...$45.93 $40.88 F B C J K D .595" 15.1 14:1 ratio #0908 6-in-line, chrome ...... $45.93 $40.88 E .440" 11.2 D G H F .236" 6.0 0441 G .390" 9.9 #0441 3-left/3-right,chrome ....$45.93 $40.88 H .323" 8.2 Midsize #0442 6-in-line, chrome ...... $45.93 $40.88 J .860" 21.8 K 1.075" 27.3 18:1 ratio #0442-B 6-in-line, black ...... $68.06 $60.57 0441, 0442 inch mm Super #3793 3-left/3-right, chrome ...$52.47 $46.70 A .620" 15.8 A B .292" 7.4 14:1 ratio #3793-G 3-left/3-right, gold ....$76.57 $68.15 D C .790" 20.1 F K D .500" 12.7 ® B J 3793 Rotomatic Keystone 14:1 with metal knobs. C E .575" 14.6 E G H F .236" 6.0 Same full-size specs as #0901. Set Set, 3+ G .390" 9.9 H .350" 8.9 #3757 3-left/3-right, nickel $42.78 $39.79 J .900" 22.9 #3757-G 3-left/3-right, gold $66.06 $61.44 K 1.100" 27.9 Hardware

™ A inch mm Grover Sta-Tite 18:1 Guitar Machines F A .688" 17.5 A modern version of a vintage design. 18:1 for fine tuning; scal- B .315" 8.0 E C 1.010" 25.7 loped knobs, cast baseplate, nylon bearings, and tension screw B D 1.340" 34.0 C D E .344" 8.7 for smooth operation. Sets of 6 (3-left/3-right), with screws. F .315" 8.0 J 18:1 gear ratio • Press-ft bushings (solid pegheads) • Metal knobs H G .249" 6.3 Set, 3+ G H .835" 21.2 11/32"-diameter pegholes required M J 1.045" 26.5 Set per model K .249" 6.3 #4592 Solid peghead #4593 Slotted peghead $41.11 $36.59 K L L .500" 12.7 Nickel M 1.100" 27.9 #4592 Gold #4592-G Solid peghead #4593-G Slotted peghead $73.32 $65.25 #4593

Grover Locking Guitar Machines Change strings fast and help keep your tremolo in tune. Sets Grover ‘Milk Bottle’ of 6, with cast gear housings and sealed lubrication. Screws ® 0877 included. Mini versions have smaller knobs and housings. Rotomatic Tuners ® 18:1 gear ratio • Threaded hex bushings • Removable metal knobs • 10mm The original Rotomatic look, (13/32") diameter pegholes required • Full specs at stewmac.com • Mini with the distinctive “milk bottle” versions ft headstocks up to 9/16" thick; please measure your guitar. profile on the worm gear housing. Adjustable knob tension, cast Locking Rotomatic® Automatically locks the string 0875 housings and sealed lubrication. as you tune. Set Set, 3+ Sets of 3-left/3-right with screws. #0877 3-left/3-right, chrome ..$62.10 $55.27 Original #0877-G 3-left/3-right, gold ....$74.74 $66.52 18:1 gear ratio • Threaded hex bushings Removable knobs • 10mm (13/32") 3933 #0875 3-left/3-right, chrome ...$55.47 $49.37 diameter pegholes required #0875-G 3-left/3-right, gold ....$82.20 $73.16 Full specs at stewmac.com Mini #0876 6-in-line, chrome ...... $55.47 $49.37 Set Set, 3+ #0876-G 6-in-line, gold ...... $82.20 $73.16 #0996-N With metal knobs, nickel ...... $44.10 $39.25 #0996-C With metal knobs, chrome ..... $45.90 $40.85 Roto-Grip locking tuners Knurled rear thumbscrew #0996-G With metal knobs, gold ...... $68.10 $60.61 #0997-C With pearloid knobs, chrome $59.70 $53.13 locks the string in the post. Set Set, 3+ With pearloid knobs, gold ...... #3933 3-left/3-right, chrome ..$71.63 $63.75 #0997-G $81.00 $72.09 Rotomatic #3933-G 3-left/3-right, gold ...$99.93 $88.94

3935 #3935 6-in-line, chrome ...... $71.63 $63.75 Grover Deluxe Mini #3935-G 6-in-line, gold ...... $99.93 $88.94 Guitar Machines Original-style stamped baseplates and covers, split “safety” posts, and 3756 Grover Vintage Guitar Machines metal oval knobs. Smooth modern A vintage look plus modern cast base plates. Smoother than self-lubricating gears. Sets of 6, the originals! Sets of 6, with screws. with screws and press-fit bushings. 14:1 gear ratio • Threaded hex bushings • 10mm (13/32") 14:1 gear ratio • 23/64"-diameter pegholes required diameter pegholes required • Full specs at stewmac.com Full specs at stewmac.com Knobs Set Set, 3+ Set Set, 3+ Vintage #3754 3-left/3-right, nickel $47.44 $42.22 #3761 3-left/3-right, nickel.. $41.30 $38.41 3754 Keystone plastic #3754-G 3-left/3-right, gold $64.62 $57.51 #3762 6-in-line, nickel ...... $41.30 $38.41 Vintage Deluxe #3756 3-left/3-right, nickel $41.30 $38.41 Metal oval #3756-G 3-left/3-right, gold $61.98 $57.64

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“People who build replica instruments or who do restoration or repair work are going to love these.” —Frank Ford, vintage guitar repair specialist

We’re pleased to introduce the rebirth of early 20th century tuning machine designs, featuring simple steel plates and open gears. Replacements for the originals have long been sought by collectors and repairmen, to restore older guitars and improve their tuning. Our relic finish versions complement vintage hardware and add an instant authentic look to reproduction guitars.

15:1 ratio • Vintage-style riveted worm supports • Original-shape cream, ivoroid or black plastic knobs • .236" string post diameter • Solid peghead models include press-ft bush- ings • Mounting screws included • 1-3/8" string post spacing • 12-string post spacing .922"

® Finish / knobs Set Set, 3+ 1930s Kalamazoo guitar (photo: Paul Balmer) with Square-end For solid #2500 Relic/cream $42.31 $37.66 2517 Baseplates peghead #2500-B Relic/black $42.31 $37.66 Replica 3-on-plate For slotted #2501 Relic/cream $40.20 $35.78 tuners, with vintage- peghead #2501-B Relic/black $40.20 $35.78 style square worm #2502 Relic/cream $70.55 $62.79 For 12-string supports on rectan- #2502-B Relic/black $70.55 $62.79 gular steel plates. slotted 2503 peghead #2518 Nickel/cream $62.55 $55.67 Most models feature #2518-B Nickel/black $62.55 $55.67 ® our relic finish. For 12-string with Scalloped- solid peghead #2521-B Nickel/black $55.50 $49.39 Hardware K A end Baseplates J B C D L Short-post tuners for tapered-thickness solid peg heads, ® 3-on-plate tuners with distinctive M per pre-war Gibson L-0, L-00, J-45, J-35 and Nick Lucas G “bent tab” worm supports, as supplied N Q M P guitars. Authentic look, better tuning. Set Set, 3+ E F by Kluson from the 1930s to the 1970s. Cream knobs. #2520-N Nickel $33.25 $29.59 #2520-RN Relic $43.25 $38.49 P 3-on-plate with white knobs. 2500 2501 J For solid peghead Set Set, 3+ C D F inch mm inch mm inch mm H A R #2503 Relic nickel $49.40 $43.97 E A .570" 14.5 G .140" 3.6 N 1.060" 26.9 K #2503-N Bright nickel $39.30 $34.98 S T B .140" 3.6 H .660" 16.8 P .625" 15.9 L N H R C 4.023" 102.2 J .283" 7.2 Q 1.000" 25.4 M K Q For slotted peghead Set Set, 3+ D 1.202" 30.5 K .315" 8.0 R .236" 6.0 B G E 1.375" 34.9 L .818" 20.8 S .800" 20.3 2516 #2504 Relic nickel $46.20 $41.12 2520 short post F 1.109" 28.2 M .236" 6.0 T .910" 23.1 2503 / 2516 2504 #2504-N Bright nickel $36.70 $32.66 12-string post spacing .922" inch mm inch mm inch mm (full specs at stewmac.com) A 4.200" 106.7 G .675" 17.1 M .630" 16.0 B 1.375" 34.9 H .340" 8.6 N 1.000" 25.4 3-left/3-right with cream knobs. C 1.375" 34.9 J .315" 8.0 P .933" 23.7 D 1.124" 28.5 K .236" 6.0 Q .675" 17.1 For solid peghead Set Set, 3+ E .163" 4.1 L 1.040" 26.4 R 1.225" 31.1 #2516 Bright nickel .... $42.50 $37.82 Functionality and fine stylistic details are a Golden Age tuners provided us with a high F 1.375" 34.9 #2517 Relic nickel ...... $58.75 $52.29 must for any serious guitar, and Golden Age quality, economically-priced and highly tuners fully deliver on both counts. appropriate choice. —Travis Atz, Recording King Guitars —Dick Boak, Martin Guitars 2513-RN ® I really love the look…they work better Superb function, aesthetics and detailing with Bell-end than the originals did when they were new! —clearly better made than the originals. Baseplates —Jim Merrill, Merrill Guitars —Paul Hostetter, luthier 3-on-plate tuners with steel plates and square

worm supports. As made ® by Waverly from the 1920s to the 1940s. Engraved with Fleur-de-Lis Baseplates 2507 versions have ivoroid A distinctive motif featured on Waverly tuners in knobs; plain versions have the years around World War I: “mouse ear” steel cream knobs. baseplates with square worm supports, hatched A C B B B Engraved Finish Set Set, 3+ lines, and fleur-de-lis engravings. 3-on-plate for #2507 Relic nickel $76.50 $68.08 slotted peghead, with ivoroid knobs. E Solid #2507-N Bright nickel $64.90 $57.76 Set Set, 3+ peghead D #2507-B Relic nickel* $75.70 $67.37 #2515-N Bright nickel $62.40 $55.54 *with black knobs A G Slotted #2508 Relic nickel $73.30 $65.24 B D F peghead #2508-N Bright nickel $62.40 $55.54 E 2507 2508 2513 J 2514 L K Plain Finish Set Set, 3+ H H C #2513-N Bright nickel $49.30 $45.85 F Solid #2513-RN Relic nickel $59.40 $55.24 inch mm inch mm peghead A 4.020" 102.1 G .315" 8.0 #2513-RB Relic brass $54.25 $50.45 inch mm inch mm B 1.223" 31.1 H .236" 6.0 A 4.410" 112.0 F .666" 16.9 B 1.545" 39.2 G .236" 6.0 C .175" 4.4 J 1.060" 26.6 #2514-N Bright nickel $46.70 $43.43 G Slotted C .330" 8.4 H .625" 15.9 D 1.375" 34.9 K .640" 16.3 #2514-RN Relic nickel $56.20 $52.27 Original “worm gear below string E .670" 17.0 L .1.000" 25.4 D 1.470" 37.3 J 1.000" 25.4 peghead E 1.375" 34.9 F .340" 8.6 #2514-RB Relic brass $51.00 $47.43 post” design, but knobs tune normally. H J

62 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Bridges & Bridge pins

It’s rare to fnd such precision tolerances in bridge pins. We at Stewart-MacDonald Collings highly recommend them. —Steve McCreary, Collings Guitars Guitar Bridge Pins Flattop Guitar Bridges Quality polished 6-string bridges with Our pins are precisely machined with vintage D E countersunk pin holes for 2-1/8" string 5-degree taper, and polished to accent the spread. The saddle slot is 3/32" wide x beauty of the material. C A 2-29/32". Standard bridges are 11/32" Jewelry for your guitar. White, ivoroid, B tall. We also offer slightly oversize and tortoise pins are crafted from dense A B C D E bridges (3/8" tall) for clean replace- casein-based Galalith, with none of the Standard 1.42" 6.00" .720" .355" .220" ment work. Saddle not included. unsightly mold lines common Oversize 1.50" 6.06" .750" .385" .250" Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ .220" .235" to plastic pins. Popular in the #4921 Ebony, standard ...... $19.98 $16.18 $14.39 1.00" 1.00" early 20th century, Galalith is seen today mainly in collectible Bridge saddles, #4922 Ebony, oversize ...... $19.98 $16.18 $14.39 page 5-6 vintage jewelry. #4923 Rosewood, standard $19.98 $16.18 $14.39 #4924 Rosewood, oversize ..$19.98 $16.18 $14.39 .133" .150" Our bridge pins match the knobs Bridge pins Oversize on Waverly guitar tuners. Flattop Guitar Bridge Blanks NEW Inlay dot Set Set, 6+ Inlay dot Set Set, 6+ Rectangular undrilled blanks for making Dark Tortoise, slotted Set of 6 Dark Tortoise, unslotted Set of 6 Each custom bridges. Each 12+ #4974-S No dot .....$9.74 $7.79 #4974 No dot ...... $7.58 $6.06 #0160 Rosewood 7" x 1/2" x 2-1/8" $6.08 $5.35 #0188 Ebony 7" x 1/2" x 2-1/8" $7.94 $6.99

Bone, slotted Set of 6 Bone, unslotted Set of 6 #8035 Blackwood 7-1/4" x 5/8" x 1-3/4" $4.95 $4.36 Hardware #4970-S No dot ...$27.40 $21.92 #4970 No dot ... $26.02 $20.82 African blackwood is very dense, with fine brown/black grain. #4971-S Black ...... $28.40 $22.72 #4971 Black ..... $27.78 $22.22 Use a carbide bit (page 32) to rout the saddle slot. #4972-S Abalone* $31.34 $25.07 #4972 Abalone* $28.37 $22.70

Ebony, slotted Set of 6 Ebony, unslotted Set of 6 Pyramid Guitar Bridge #4975-S No dot .....$8.40 $6.72 #4975 No dot ...... $7.07 $5.66 Unpolished ebony 6-string bridge #4976-S Pearl* .....$10.85 $9.76 #4976 Pearl* ...... $9.09 $8.18 with old style “pyramid” contours, #4977-S Abalone* $11.48 $10.33 #4977 Abalone* $9.58 $8.62 .350" tall, for flattop acoustic guitar. Ivoroid, slotted Set of 6 Ivoroid, unslotted Set of 6 Unlike a vintage bridge, the saddle slot (3/32" wide #4965-S No dot .....$9.74 $7.79 #4965 No dot ...... $7.58 $6.06 x 2-7/8") is angled for improved intonation, and pin holes are #4966-S Black ...... $13.99 $11.19 #4966 Black ...... $9.58 $7.66 aligned parallel to the slot. The holes are partially drilled, and countersunk #4967-S Abalone* $13.45 $10.76 #4967 Abalone* $10.29 $8.23 for 2-5/16" string spread. Saddle not included. Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ .327" .180" #4926 $35.83 $29.02 $25.80 Snakewood, slotted Set of 6 Oversize bridge pins, slotted #4927 Unslotted undrilled version #4990-S No dot ....$10.23 $8.18 .710" 1.000" for vintage restoration work. Set of 6 thicker pins to fit worn #4991-S Pearl* ...... $12.72 $10.18 Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ bridge pin holes. No inlay dot. 6" #4992-S Abalone* $13.74 $10.99 $32.91 $26.66 $23.70 Set Set, 6+ White, slotted Set of 6 #4979-S Ivoroid $9.74 $7.79 Bone ... #5021-S No dot .....$8.96 $7.17 #4973-S $27.40 $21.92 Ebony .... #5022-S Black ...... $11.65 $9.32 #4978-S $7.96 $6.37

*International customers note: We cannot ship pearl or abalone products Classical Guitar Bridge outside the USA, due to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service restrictions. A finely crafted bridge for use with nylon strings. The string tie block is drilled for 2-11/32" string spread, with mitered black/white maple purfling. Stewart-MacDonald Unpolished, 23/64" tall, with 7/64" saddle slot width. Saddle not included. Acoustic Guitar Endpins Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ .116" .470" .315" #5357 Ebony ...... $25.25 $22.47 $20.45 1.190" Beautifully machined and polished to match 5˚ #5358 Rosewood .. $20.90 $18.60 $16.93 our bridge pins, with no unsightly mold lines. taper .787" 7.286" Ivoroid and white pins are made of Galalith. .244"

Snakewood Each Each, 6+ NEW #4990-EP No dot ...... $4.25 $3.40 Stewart-MacDonald Felt washers, page 72 Dark Ivoroid Inlay dot Each Each, 6+ Guitar Strap Buttons Tortoise Inlay dot Each Each, 6+ #4965-EP No dot ...... $3.90 $3.12 Fine buttons that add a touch of class to your guitar. White, NEW #4974-EP No dot ...... $3.90 $3.12 #4966-EP Black ...... $5.09 $4.07 ivoroid and tortoise are machined Galalith. Inset brass Ebony Inlay dot Each Each, 6+ #4967-EP Abalone* $6.59 $5.27 bushing adds strength to the button (a StewMac exclusive). White Inlay dot Each Each, 6+ #4975-EP No dot ...... $3.55 $2.84 Tortoise Screw Each Each, 6+ Ebony Screw Each Each, 6+ #4976-EP Pearl* ...... $5.17 $4.14 #5021-EP No dot ...... $4.87 $3.90 NEW #4974-SB Chrome $4.80 $4.32 #4982-SB Chrome $5.25 $4.72 #4977-EP Abalone* $5.21 $4.17 #5022-EP Black ...... $5.54 $4.43 NEW #4974-SBG Gold ...... $5.10 $4.59 #4982-SBG Gold ...... $5.60 $5.04 White Screw Each Each, 6+ Snakewood Screw Each Each, 6+ #4980-SB Chrome $4.80 $4.32 #4983-SB Chrome $5.40 $4.86 #4980-SBG Gold ...... $5.10 $4.59 #4983-SBG Gold ...... $5.75 $5.17 Ivoroid Screw Each Each, 6+ #4981-SB Chrome $4.80 $4.32 #4981-SBG Gold ...... $5.10 $4.59

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Locking Roller Bridge Adjustable string Low-friction grooved roller saddles provide ® smooth tuning, and enhance vibrato tailpiece spacing action on solidbody guitars. Holes for the locking Roller Bridge Schaller Roller Bridge thumbwheel mounting studs are elongated for We designed our roller bridge as a Individual roller saddles are threaded for adjusting overall intonation. Reversible locking replacement for the Nashville Tune-o-matic. lateral adjustment, so your string spread can match saddles are individually adjustable for intonation. Low-friction brass roller saddles add smoothness your pickup polepiece spacing. Thumbwheel Allen wrench, studs and bushings included. and tuning stability, a plus with a Bigsby vibrato. height-adjustment studs and bushings included. Stud spacing: 2-29/32" String spread: 2" The 12" saddle radius matches the Nashville, and Stud threads: M8 x 1.25 Saddle radius: 14" Adjustable Saddle Stud Stud the low profile helps keep the strings clear of the string spread radius spacing threads Each Each, 3+ bridge body. Thumbwheel height-adjustment 1-29/32" to 2-1/4" 14" 2-29/32" M5 coarse #5276 Chrome $29.95 $26.66 studs and knurled bushings are included. #5276-G Gold $33.95 $30.22 D inch mm String Saddle Stud Stud A .709" 18.0 A B 1.906" 48.4 (min.) A F inch mm spread radius spacing threads E B 2.250" 57.2 (max.) A 2.920" 74.2 2-1/16" 12" 2-29/32" M5 x .8 C 2.913" 74.0 B B .668" 17.0 B D .156" 4.0 C 2.000" 50.8 Each Each, 3+ F E .765" 19.4 D .500" 12.7 F .475" 12.1 #1275 Chrome $34.95 $31.11 G C E 3.340" 84.8 C G .316" 8.0 F .156" 4.0 #1275-G Gold $39.95 $35.56 H H .278" 7.1 D G G .777" 19.7 H .470" 11.9 E B inch mm Each Each, 3+ H F A .676" 17.2 #1266 Chrome $51.34 $45.69 A B 3.306" 84.0 Great combo: order a Locking Roller Bridge C .362" 9.2 #1266-G Gold $63.95 $56.92 G D 2.056" 52.2 with a Bigsby B70 or B50 vibrato. See page 70 E 2.906" 73.8 Hardware D F .556" 14.1 H G .898" 22.8 C K H .476" 12.1 J .280" 7.1 E J K .322" 8.2 Schaller Roller Bass Bridge Vintage Threaded roller fush-ft saddles allow String Mounting Ferrules adjustable string For mounting the strings through the body of a spreads from 2-3/32" to 2-1/2", great for custom non-tremolo solidbody guitar. #0173 is flanged; neck widths. The saddles have adjustable height #0196 is for vint age style flush-fit. Sets of 6. and intonation. Grooves in the cast baseplate stop lateral saddle movement, for stable tuning. Strings Hipshot™ Mounting hole dia. Set Set, 3+ Set, 10+ #0173 5/16", chrome $7.21 $6.20 $5.26 mount at the rear. Screws included. Bass Bridges #0173-B 5/16", black $9.53 $8.20 $6.96 High quality solid brass. The channeled baseplate A #0199 Chrome #0173-G 5/16", gold $9.98 $8.58 $7.29 B Each Each, 3+ prevents lateral saddle movement, for stable tun- #0196 3/8", chrome $8.95 $7.70 $6.53 $75.27 $66.99 C ing. Strings can mount from the top or through the #0196-B 3/8", black $14.71 $12.65 $10.74 #0199-B Black body. Each saddle has intonation and height ad- #0196-G 3/8", gold $11.15 $9.59 $8.14 Each Each, 3+ D justment, plus adjustable string spacing (over 1/16" $86.42 $76.91 per saddle). Screws and Allen wrench included. inch mm 4-string 5-string A 2.004" 50.9 B 1.002" 25.5 Unadjusted string spread: 2-1/4" 3" C .683" 17.3 F D 2.258" 57.3 Overall dimensions: 3-3/8" x 2" 4-1/8" x 2" E 3.142" 79.8 E F .708" 18.0 Each Each, 3+ 4-string #5840 Chrome $94.26 $83.89 #5840-B Black $94.26 $83.89 String-thru-Top Ferrules 5-string #5841 Chrome $107.00 $95.23 Mini ferrules for loading strings through a solid- Gotoh #5841-B Black $107.00 $95.23 body guitar without using a tailpiece. These are Standard A F for the face of the guitar; use our string mounting Bass Bridge ferrules (above) for the backside. 5/32"-diameter

A quality basic bridge B G (4mm) holes required. Inside diameter .095". Set A for Fender and other of 6. Set Set, 3+ Set, 10+ B solidbody basses. Al- #0286 Chrome $3.35 $2.88 $2.45 len saddle height ad- C H #0286-B Black $3.97 $3.41 $2.90 C E justment from 7/16" D J #0286-G Gold $5.10 $4.39 $3.72 to 11/16". Strings E K inch mm inch mm inch mm D mount at the rear A .750" 19.0 E 3.375" 85.7 H 3.000" 76.2 of the bridge. 2-1/4" B 2.000" 50.8 F 1.500" 38.1 J .425" 10.8 Tools for F C 2.250" 57.2 G 2.000" 50.8 K 4.138" 105.1 string spread; mount- D .412" 10.5 Tune-o-matics, page 18 G ing screws included. Bridge Jack inch mm inch mm A .690" 17.5 E 1.890" 48.0 #0093 Chrome Post Tool B .315" 8.0 F .580" 14.7 Each Each, 3+ C 1.610" 40.9 G 3.070" 78.0 Stop Tailpiece Wrench D 2.260" 57.4 $27.09 $21.40

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Original ABR-1 Tune-o-matic Bridge ABR-1 Tune-o-matic Bridge Nashville Tune-o-matic Bridge This is the genuine bridge, from the manufacturer A 1960s style bridge with adjust able intonation The design found on new Gib son® solidbody who makes the originals. The brass saddles are screws held by a retainer wire. The brass saddles guitars. Retainer clips hold the saddles in supplied without notches, for custom string are supplied without notches, for custom string place. The un notched metal saddles have spacing in your shop. The adjustable intonation spacing in your shop. The adjustable intonation individual intonation adjustment. Thumb- screws are held by a retainer wire. Knurled height screws are held by a retainer wire. Knurled height wheel height-adjustment studs and bushings adjustment thumbwheels and threaded mounting adjustment thumbwheels and threaded mounting are included. posts are included. posts are included. String Saddle Stud Stud String Saddle Post Post String Saddle Post Post spread radius spacing threads spread radius spacing threads spread radius spacing threads 2-1/32" 12" 2-15/16" M5 x .8 2-1/32" 12" 2-15/16" 6-32 x 1-1/16" 2-1/16" 12" 2-29/32" M4 x .75 Each Each, 3+ Each Each, 3+ Each Each, 3+ #4502 Chrome ... $28.93 $25.75 #4616-C Chrome $45.95 $40.90 #4566-N Nickel $22.70 $20.20 #4502-N Nickel $28.93 $25.75 #4616-N Nickel $45.95 $40.90 #4566-G Gold ... $32.11 $28.58 #4502-G Gold .... $34.93 $31.09 #4616-G Gold $55.95 $49.80 Hardware

A E ABR-1 ABR-1ABR-1 “Original” ABR-1 “Original” ABR-1 ABR-1 “Original” A A A F inch mm E Tune-o-maticE Bridge Tune-o-matic Bridge Tune-o-matic Bridge E Tune-o-matic Bridge Tune-o-matic Bridge B A 2.930" 74.4 B B inch mm inch mm B inch mm inch mm inch mm B .530" 13.5 A 2.900" 73.7 A 2.900" 73.7 A 2.900" 73.7 A 2.900" 73.7 A 2.900" 73.7 C 2.030" 51.6 F F F B .437" 11.1 B .437".430" 11.110.9 B .430" 10.9 B .437" 11.1 B .430" 10.9 C D .421" 10.7 C C C C 2.047" 52.0 C 2.047"2.030" 52.051.6 C 2.030" 51.6 C 2.047" 52.0 C 2.030" 51.6 G E .156" 4.0 D .421" 10.7 D .421".450" 10.711.4 D .450" 11.4 D .421" 10.7 D .450" 11.4 D H F .345" 8.8 D D G E G .630" 16.0 E .630".590" 16.015.0 E D .590" 15.0 G E .630" 16.0 E .590" 15.0 G .475" 12.1 F 1.181" 30.0 F 1.181" 1" 30.025.4 F 1" 25.4 F 1.181" 30.0 F 1" 25.4 J H .316" 8.0 G .157" 4.0 G .157".132" 4.03.4 G .132" 3.4 G .157" 4.0 G .132" 3.4 J .278" 7.1

NEW Original ABR-1 ABR-1 Nashville Bridge Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Replacement Parts

Saddles & screws Saddles are unnotched brass. Saddles & screws Saddles are unnotched brass. Saddles & screws Saddles are unnotched zinc. Order saddles and screws together to ensure the Order saddles and screws together to ensure the Order saddles and screws together to ensure the correct thread match. Sets of 6. correct thread match. Sets of 6. correct thread match. Sets of 6. Set Set, 3+ Set Set, 3+ Set Set, 3+ #4505 Saddles, chrome $5.90 $5.01 #4619-N Saddles, nickel...... $16.95 $14.41 #4568 Saddles, nickel ...... $5.25 $4.46 #4505-N Saddle, nickel $5.90 $5.01 #4619-G Saddles, gold ...... $18.95 $16.11 #4568-BR Saddles, unplated ..$5.04 $4.28 #4505-G Saddles, gold $6.74 $5.73 #4620-N Screws, nickel ...... $5.95 $4.70 #4567 Screws, chrome ...... $5.60 $4.42 #4606 Screws, chrome $5.69 $4.50 #4620-G Screws, gold ...... $7.95 $6.28 #4567-N Screws, nickel ...... $5.30 $4.19 #4606-N Screws, nickel $5.69 $4.50 Each Each, 3+ Each Each, 3+ #4606-G Screws, gold $7.70 $6.08 Saddle retainer wire #4627 $1.15 $0.91 Saddle retainer wire #4569 $1.15 $0.91 Saddle retainer clips Posts & thumbwheels Set Set, 3+ Posts & thumbwheels Set Set, 3+ #4504 Set of 6 $3.53 M4 x .7 thread, #4622-C Chrome $3.95 $3.12 M4 x .7 thread, #4570 Chrome $3.77 $2.98 Studs & bushings sets of 2. sets of 2. Set Set, 3+ #4622-N Nickel $3.95 $3.12 #4570-N Nickel $3.71 $2.93 M5 x .8 thread, #4503 Chrome $8.20 $7.30 #4622-G Gold $4.95 $3.91 #4570-G Gold $5.17 $4.08 sets of 2. #4503-N Nickel $8.20 $7.30 #4503-G Gold $9.85 $8.77

String Saddle Post Post Gotoh Tune-o-matic Bridge spread radius spacing threads A modern version for solidbody guitar, with intonation screws #0167 2-1/16" 12" 2-29/32" M4 x .7 retained by mini hex nuts. The metal saddles are notched. #1511 2-1/16" 12" 2-29/32" M8 x 1.25 Available with standard mounting posts or with threaded A thumb wheel studs and bushings. F H B J E C With standard posts Each Each, 3+ With studs/bushings Each Each, 3+ D G #0167 Chrome ....$22.00 $19.58 #1511 Chrome ....$24.20 $21.54 K #0167-N Nickel $22.00 $19.58 #1511-N Nickel $24.20 $21.54 inch mm inch mm inch mm #0167-G Gold ....$29.39 $26.16 #1511-G Gold ....$32.41 $28.84 A 2.913" 74.0 E 1.181" 30.0 J .355" 9.0 L B .545" 13.8 F .630" 16.0 K .551" 14.0 C 2.047" 52.0 G .157" 4.0 L .897" 22.8 D .421" 10.7 H .234" 5.9 M .436" 11.1 M

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Tailpiece pivots on ball-end locking studs Adjustable Wraparound Bridge An affordable reproduction of the first combo Pigtail Wraparound Bridge bridge/tailpiece with individually adjustable Bridge/tailpiece made of lightweight aluminum for saddles. The ’70s original brought accurate into- ® ® tone, with a low profile to solve high string action nation to LP Junior and SG Junior solidbodies. problems. Allen screws adjust the bridge angle, Two alignment screws adjust overall intonation. and the unnotched metal saddles have individual Height-adjustable mounting studs and threaded ® knurled bushings included. The strings load from Bridge locks to intonation. TonePros studs recommended. the front of the die-cast base. studs for stability String spread Saddle radius Stud spacing 2-1/16" 12" 3-1/4" String Saddle Stud Stud spread radius spacing threads A Gotoh 510 Bridge & Tailpiece 2-3/64" 12" 3-1/4" M8 x 1.25 inch mm A unique bridge and stop tailpiece set for C A 3.970" 100.8 A B .320" 8.1 inch mm solidbodies. Lightweight for tone, both mount B C .858" 21.8 A 3.224" 81.9 D D 2.062" 52.4 B B 1.031" 26.2 on height-adjustable studs in threaded bush- E .245" 6.2 C .312" 7.9 ings. The zinc bridge is designed for absolute G F 3.220" 81.8 D 2.040" 51.8 G .515" 13.1 C E .290" 7.4 F D stability: Allen screws lock the adjustable E H F 3.926" 99.7 Each Each, 3+ E G .650" 16.5 saddles, the studs, and the overall bridge an- G H .780" 19.8 gle. The saddles have small starter notches. #4507 Chrome $89.95 $80.06 J J .470" 11.9 F The aluminum tailpiece pivots on unique ball-end #4507-N Nickel $89.95 $80.06 Each Each, 3+ threaded locking studs for straight string pull, and #0401 Chrome $36.92 $32.86 it won’t fall off when the strings are removed. #0401-G Gold $39.92 $35.53 String Saddle Post Stud spread radius spacing threads Threaded locking top Hardware Bridge 2-1/16" 12" 2-29/32" M8 x 1.25 ® Tailpiece 2-1/16" 3-1/4" M8 x 1.25 Hipshot™ Locking Studs #5737 Set, chrome $121.51 Save $5.06 Baby Grand Bridge The top of each stud tightens for #5737-G Set, gold $141.97 Save $5.92 A distinctive aluminum bridge/tailpiece with improved stability and tone. Your Each Each, 3+ notched saddles and individual intonation screws. tailpiece won’t fall off during string #5739 Bridge, chrome ...... $84.65 $71.95 Allen screws adjust the bridge angle. Height- changes. Set of two, with bushings. #5739-G Bridge, gold ...... $95.25 $80.96 adjustable 5/16-24 studs have locking nuts for With 5/16-24 bushings #5738 Tailpiece, chrome $41.92 $35.63 stability. Bushings and Allen wrenches included. #5634 Chrome $38.84 #5738-G Tailpiece, gold $52.64 $44.74 Each Each, 3+ C #5634-N Nickel $38.84 A #5846 Chrome $87.82 $78.16 A With M8 x 1.25 bushings String Saddle Stud Stud D B A #5635-N Nickel $38.84 B spread radius spacing threads C 2-3/32" 11-1/2" 3-1/4" 5/16-24 E F inch mm inch mm C B A .440" 11.2 D .245" 6.2 A D D B .750" 19.0 E .238" 6.0 C .514" 13.1 F 1.110" 28.2 E E inch mm #5739 inch mm #5738 inch mm A 4.050" 102.9 A 2.910" 73.9 A 3.220" 81.8 B G B 1.85" 47.0 B .590" 15.0 B .582" 14.8 C .268" 6.8 C 2.070" 52.3 F C 2.043" 51.9 D 2.070" 52.6 F D .446" 11.3 D .448" 11.4 E 3.258" 82.8 E 3.424" 87.0 E 3.840" 97.5 C H F .270" 6.9 D F .986" 25.0 G F .986" 25.0 J G 1.390" 35.3 G G .444" 11.3 G .444" 11.3 H .445" 11.3 J .985" 25.0 E Wilkinson/Gotoh F Adjustable Bridge/Tailpiece B Two adjustable saddles provide basic intonation; Allen screws compensate overall string length. Vintage Strings load from the front. Height-adjustable M8 specs A x 1.25 studs with locking screws included. String spread Saddle radius Stud spacing Pigtail inch mm 1-15/16" 12" 3-1/4" A .875" 22.2 A ’50s Stud Bushings B .515" 13.1 inch mm A 3.966" 100.7 The same material and dimensions as the bushings B B .750" 19.0 C .312" 7.9 found in ’50s and ’60s Gibson solidbodies. Popular C G D .280" 7.1 as direct replacements for the zinc bushings used D E E 3.222" 81.8 Schaller Screw Assortment F 1.930" 49.0 in modern Gibsons. Tightly toleranced 5/16-24 H G .444" 11.3 Over 2 pounds of guitar screws! threads give bridge and tailpiece studs a more snug F H .990" 25.1 Hundreds of screws in a dozen varieties, many in fit. Made of unplated steel, for authentic tone and Each Each, 3+ chrome, black and gold, supplied in a plastic orga- enhanced resonance. Studs not included. #5169 Nickel $50.60 $45.03 nizer case. Screws for pickguards, pickups, tuners, #5682 Set of 2 $10.00 bridges, tailpieces, cover plates, jack plates, strap buttons and more. #3474 $166.40 A inch mm Replacement Studs & Bushings Set Set, 3+ A .291" 7.4 B B .285" 7.2 M8 x 1.25 studs with knurled #0186 Chrome $9.37 $7.96 C .444" 11.3 D .990" 25.1 bushings, for bridges and stop #0186-N Nickel $9.10 $7.73 C tailpieces. Set of 2. #0186-G Gold $9.73 $8.27 D

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Gotoh ‘Stop’ Tailpiece Bridges for Tele® Bar tailpiece for solidbody guitars, with height- 0090 adjustable metric (M8 x 1.25) or U.S. (5/16-24) threaded mounting studs and knurled bushings. Gotoh Traditional 3-1/4" post spacing. Modern Bridges for Tele® A Bridge inch mm Original style stamped- A 3.250" 82.6 ® B B .700" 17.8 For Tele steel bridges to fit a C .306" 7.8 ® C D 4.000" 101.6 A beefier bridge with a Tele lead pickup. Both D E .280" 7.1 solid brass baseplate and models have adjustable saddle height and through- G F 2.030" 51.6 G .990" 25.1 Allen-adjustable brass body string mounting. Chrome-plated; mounting F H .444" 11.3 E H saddles. For through- screws included. body string attachment. Mounting screws in- A Stud thread Each Each, 3+ cluded. 2-1/8" string spread. Each Each, 3+ Satin chrome B #5850 Chrome, 5/16-24 ...... $18.71 $16.65 baseplate #5850-N Nickel, 5/16-24 ...... $18.71 $16.65 #0025 Chrome $55.75 $47.39 #5850-G Gold, 5/16-24 ...... $25.97 $23.11 #0025-B Black $65.87 $55.99 C Gold E #0168 Chrome, M8 x 1.25.....$18.71 $16.65 #0025-G $68.50 $58.22 H #0168-N Nickel, M8 x 1.25 ..$18.71 $16.65 A F B Chrome- G #0168-G Gold, M8 x 1.25 .....$25.97 $23.11 Saddles only D plated brass saddles with J screws and springs. #4583 With 3 early 13/32" saddle width. ’50s style ungrooved K

unplated Allen- Hardware G Set of 6. #0043 adjustable brass L F inch mm $41.59 inch mm inch mm A 3.140" 79.8 saddles. 2-1/8" string A 2.120" 53.8 G 2.920" 74.2 D B .496" 12.6 H 3.375" 85.7 Gotoh Aluminum ‘Stop’ Tailpiece E B 2.125" 54.0 C C .774" 19.7 spread. C .312" 7.9 J .227" 5.8 2-3 ounces lighter in weight, like the originals; D 2.920" 74.2 Each Each, 3+ D 1.662" 42.2 K .400" 10.2 E .260" 6.6 E 2.538" 64.5 L 3.009" 76.4 strings can be installed from the front or back. F 2.900" 73.7 $29.24 $26.02 F .796" 20.2 G 4.000" 101.6 Includes height-adjustable metric (M8 x 1.25) H .375" 9.5 or U.S. (5/16-24) threaded mounting studs with H J J .119" 3.0 A knurled bushings. 3-1/4" stud spacing. B A inch mm A 3.250" 82.6 D B B .700" 17.8 C .312" 7.9 Compensated G C D 4.000" 101.6 F E .280" 7.1 Bridge Saddles E D C G F 2.025" 51.4 G .990" 25.1 For Tele® H H .444" 11.3 #0090 With six ’70s- F H Improved intonation for vintage bridges E style nickel-plated Stud thread Each Each, 3+ Keep the vintage look and sound, but play in tune. K grooved saddles. Allen- #5851 Chrome, 5/16-24 ...... $35.35 $30.05 This unique set includes three polished unplated J adjustable string height. #5851-N Nickel, 5/16-24 .... $35.35 $30.05 brass saddles that are specially angled for improved inch mm inch mm 2-5/32" string spread. A .850" 21.6 F .796" 20.2 #5740 Chrome, M8 x 1.25... $35.35 $30.05 intonation. Chrome height screws, springs and B .520" 13.2 G 3.400" 86.4 #5740-N Nickel, M8 x 1.25 $35.35 $30.05 Each Each, 3+ C 1.678" 42.6 H .289" 7.3 intonation screws included. Similar to the saddles D 2.150" 54.6 J 3.034" 77.1 ® $29.24 $26.02 E 2.868" 72.8 K .386" 9.8 on the Danny Gatton Tele. Set Set, 3+ Acoustic sound #5167 $14.55 $11.49 ® GraphTech for solidbodies Tele is a registered trademark of Fender Musical Instruments Corp. Wilkinson Short Bridge Adjustable 3-saddle Pickup Saddles for Tele® Bridge fne-tune bridge Get acoustic tone, or a Combine the For Tele® blend of acoustic and electric distinctive tone A 3-saddle bridge sounds from your Strat.® Ghost pickups are and sustain of that plays in tune! implanted in String Saver™ saddles that resist vintage-style A locking pivot string breakage. Sound compression matches the ungrooved Tele® screw in the center brass saddles with any pickup configuration. This of each saddle allows A dynamic range of an acoustic guitar. The Acousti- B Phonic pre amp switches and interfaces to your versatile bridge lets you load the strings through precise intonation mixer or guitar amp. Stereo Y-cable recommended. the body or at the back of the bridge. The stamped adjustment. This steel baseplate matches the vintage Fender chrome stamped-steel Ghost prewired saddles for Strat® bridges with 4-screw footprint. C bridge fits a standard intonation screw centered in the saddle. Screws Allen wrench and ® C A Tele pick up. Strings D and springs included. Set of 6. #5443 $97.35 mounting screws in- D mount through the E cluded. 2-1/8" string guitar body. The Acousti-Phonic onboard preamp with stereo F switching jack and battery clip. 1-1/8" x 1-5/8" x spread. B unplated brass saddles 1/2"; control cavity routing may be needed. 9-volt 4588-C Chrome E have Allen -adjustable battery required. Each Each, 3+ height and 2-5/32" G #5444 $61.16 G $39.90 $35.51 F string spread. Screws H QuickSwitch Optional mini toggle kit for switch- inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm Won’t fit Fender American A .475" 12.1 E 2.128" 54.1 included. A 2.540" 64.5 E 2.980" 75.7 ing from mag netic to acoustic to blended sound, B .311" 7.9 F .390" 9.9 Each Each, 3+ B 2.132" 54.2 F .784" 19.9 Standard mounting screw C 2.560" 65.0 G 3.000" 76.2 C 3.360" 85.3 G .390" 9.9 using your mono amp cable. #5446 $22.65 spacing. D 1.460" 37.1 #5071 $62.96 $56.03 D 2.870" 72.9 H 3.020" 76.7

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‘Hardtail’ solidbody bridges Tremolo Routing Schaller Gotoh 1110 Templates Roller Bridge Hardtail Bridge For solidbodies. For solidbody guitars with Our 3/16" clear acrylic Roller saddles are through-body string mount- templates take the guess- adjustable for 2" ing, including non-tremolo work out of accurate to 2-3/16" spacing, Strat.® Brass base plate and individu- tremolo placement. plus string height and intonation. Cam screw locks ally adjustable saddles; 2-1/16" string spread. Instructions included. them to the grooved baseplate for stability. Strings Screws included. Each Each, 3+ #1110 For traditional Strat® and Wilkinson/Gotoh mount at the rear. 1/8"-thick baseplate shim sup- #0179 Chrome $45.95 $39.06 tremolos; set of 2 for front/rear cavities $13.75 plied for extra height Each Each, 3+ #0179-B Black $55.35 $47.05 #1118 For Floyd Rose,® Schaller or Golden Age; if needed. #0577 Chrome $84.60 $71.91 #0179-G Gold $57.75 $49.09 set of 2 for front/rear cavities $18.75 Screws #0577-B Black $96.91 $82.37 #1119 Recessed front cavity for Floyd Rose,® included. #0577-G Gold $118.36 $100.61 Replacement saddles with screws Schaller or Golden Age (extra arm travel) $19.55 A and springs. 13/32" width. Chrome, set of 6. #0015 $42.63 B A B inch mm C inch mm Locking Nut A .807" 20.5 A 2.953" 75.0 B .866" 22.0 ® B 2.063" 52.4 For Floyd Rose and C 1.955" 49.7 C 1.200" 30.5 D .466" 11.8 Golden Age Tremolo C D D 1.654" 42.0 E 2.060" 52.3 E 2.638" 67.0 F 2.855" 72.5 R4-style locking nut with E F .433" 11.0 string clamps, through-neck D E Strat® is a registered Hardware mounting screws, and F trademark of Fender peghead string retainer F Musical Instruments bar. 14" string radius. Corporation. 1-11/16" wide; 1-7/16" string spread. Precise neck modification is required. Each Each, 3+ Hipshot™ #2120 Chrome $15.50 $13.79 Hardtail Bridge Graph Tech #2120-B Black $16.25 $14.46 Crafted from solid brass, #2120-G Gold $18.75 $16.69 Saddles for guitars with through-body Play longer and harder without breaking strings string mounting. The forged steel Resonant high density polymer saddles, impreg- adjust able saddles have 2-1/16" string spread, Locking Nut Replacement Parts nated with Teflon® to help reduce string breakage. ® and the baseplate is 1/8" thick at the front edge. Locking nut parts for Floyd Rose and Golden Age Micro lube action is 500% more slippery than 1-3/4" mounting screw spacing. Screws and Locking Tremolo are interchangeable. graphite. Sets of 6, with screws and springs. Allen wrench included. Each Each, 3+ For Floyd Rose® Each 1379 #3550 Chrome $75.90 $67.55 Saddle width x length x height 2122 #1340 Clamp screw, black ..$0.28 #3550-B Black $75.90 $67.55 ® ® 1339 #1339 Neck screw, black ....$0.38 #1871 For Strat /Tele 2124 #3550-G Gold $100.14 $89.12 7/16" x 13/16" x 1/4" 1340 For Golden Age Tremolo Each A 5/16" height adjustment screws B 2123 #2123 Clamp screw, black ..$0.22 ® ® C #3089 For Strat /Tele #2124 Neck screw, black.....$0.35 inch mm 13/32" x 13/16" x 7/32" #2122 Clamp, chrome ...... $0.98 A 2.862" 72.7 5/16" height adjustment screws B 1.754" 44.6 #2122-B Clamp, black ...... $1.08 E C .877" 22.3 Set, Set, 3+ D D 1.033" 26.2 #2122-G Clamp, gold ...... $1.19 E 1.496" 38.0 #1871 and #3089 include 5/8" per model per model F .416" 10.6 intonation screws for Strat,® plus $42.30 $35.95 F G 2.512" 63.8 3/4" intonation screws for Tele.® G H .400" 10.2 J 2.080" 52.8 No H K K .306" 7.8 String Saver woodworking! J Classics™ Saddles Stainless steel saddles for ® Strat® and Tele.® Teflon®-lube Locking Nut Shims q Top-Loading polymer inserts give trad- itional tonal bite plus A versatile set of 8 bronze shims (two each of .004", Hardtail Bridge For solidbodies. The reduced string breakage. .006", .016" and .024" thicknesses) for fine height Set of 6 with screws, springs and Allen wrench. adjustment of Floyd Rose® locking nuts. You can strings attach through use these specially shaped shims to set string height holes in the steel base, A Set includes 5/16" height adjustment screws, 5/8" intonation C B screws for Strat,® and 3/4" intonation screws for Tele.® at the treble and bass sides independently. They below the intonation screws. Allen-adjust- Saddle width x length x height Set Set, 3+ also work with our #2120 locking nut. 13/32" x 13/16" x 13/64" #4756 $51.49 $47.89 Set Set, 3+ able saddle height. D F Teflon® is a registered trademark of DuPont. #2125 $4.95 $3.91 1-31/32" (50mm) string spread; mounting screws E G Learn pro tremolo setups included. H with Dan Erlewine’s DVDs #5303 Chrome inch mm inch mm Maintenance & Setup: Each Each, 3+ A 3.080" 78.2 E 2.624" 66.7 Electric Guitars & Basses B 1.969" 50.0 F 1.700" 43.2 $18.90 $16.06 C .312" 7.9 G .125" 3.2 See page 95 D 1.437" 36.5 H .570" 14.5 68 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Guitar Tremolos

Schaller Locking Tremolo System A high quality upgrade of the original Floyd Rose,® with hardened pivot-edge inserts, adjustable arm tension, original-style saddles with plain-end string mounting, and original R2 (1-5/8") locking nut. Includes studs and bushings, old-style wood-thread studs, springs, claw, peghead string retainer and Allen wrenches. The brass block is 1-5/8" deep. Guitar body and neck routing is required ® for new installations. Each Each, 3+ Tremolo for Strat® String spread #1270 Chrome $176.99 $157.52 Tried-and-true 1950s technology! Vintage-style 2-1/8" #1270-B Black $184.21 $163.95 adjustable steel saddles and 2-7/32" string spread. Saddle radius #1270-G Gold $211.50 $188.23 14" Includes screws, steel block, five springs with Stud spacing Replacement parts, page 71 mounting claw, Allen wrench and 10-32 thread 2-15/16" arm with plastic knob. Each Each, 3+ #1264 Chrome $67.98 $60.50 Complete #1264-B Black $82.65 $73.56 Wilkinson/Gotoh VS-100N Tremolo #1264-G Gold $83.86 $74.64 A high quality floating tremolo designed to improve tuning stability Saddles Steel, set of 6 with screws and springs. and sustain for American Standard Strat® and Strat® Plus guitars. #0047 $25.70 Height-adjustable stainless steel saddles lock to the hardened Bridge mounting screw #3349 Chrome $0.50 ea. steel baseplate. Threaded studs and bushings, springs, claw, Allen Hardware 3.5mm roundhead. #3349-B Black $0.52 ea. wrenches and adjustable stainless steel arm included. 2-1/8" string #3349-G Gold $0.81 ea. spread; 2-3/16" stud spacing. Each Each, 3+ Tension spring #1513 $2.15 For other installations, see our #1110 #3533 Chrome $94.94 $84.50 Spring mounting claw #1512 $2.56 body cavity routing template, page 68. #3533-B Black $108.74 $96.78 Tremolo arm 10-32 thread. Each Each, 3+ Replacement arms at stewmac.com #3533-G Gold $114.33 $101.75 #1515 Chrome with white knob $6.03 $5.13 #1515-B Black with black knob $7.74 $6.58 #1515-G Gold with white knob $9.81 $8.34 A Precision saddle Wilkinson/Gotoh VSVG Vintage Tremolo adjustment Designed for enhanced sustain and better reliability. The baseplate B screw E G holes are elongated so the screws won’t bind, for smooth, accurate return to pitch. For tuning stability, the string mounting holes are C staggered in the steel block for more consistent string angle over D F the adjustable locking bent-steel saddles. Springs, spring claw, arm inch mm inch mm inch mm A 3.278" 83.3 D 2.210" 56.1 F 2.930" 74.4 with white plastic knob, mounting screws, saddle adjustment screw B .920" 23.4 E 1.576" 40.0 G 1.647" 41.8 C .440" 11.2 and Allen wrenches are Each Each, 3+ included. 2-1/8" string #3534 Nickel $108.15 $96.25 spread. #3534-B Black* $125.25 $111.47 #3534-G Gold $129.15 $114.94 *Black tremolo has black plastic arm knob.

® The most ® whammy Locking Tremolo Bridge and Tremolo per dollar! All the dive-bombing, whammying and fine-tuning functionality of for Jazzmaster® the Floyd Rose® (most of the parts are interchangeable), for nearly and Jaguar® half the price. The fully adjustable steel bridge includes arm, studs Authentic with bushings, springs with claw, R4-style (1-11/16") locking nut surf-era technology! with peghead string retainer, and Allen wrenches. Original-style High quality steel pivoting bridge and spring- saddles have plain-end string mounting. 1-1/4" block depth. Body action tremolo, as originally designed for Jaguar® and neck routing required for new installations. and Jazzmaster® solidbody guitars. Chrome bridges String spread Each Each, 3+ pivot on Allen height-adjustable posts. 2-3/16" 2-1/8" #2110 Chrome $88.90 $79.12 string spread and 2-7/8" post spacing, with bushings Saddle radius #2110-B Black $91.90 $81.79 14" #2110-G Gold $102.90 $91.58 for installation in the guitar. Saddle intonation Min. stud spacing is individually adjustable. The chrome tremolos 2-15/16" Replacement parts, page 71 install over routed body cavities. Includes screws and removable arm with white plastic knob. Also features a tremolo lock button and adjustable spring tension. The Key Each Each, 3+ Each Each, 3+ #0022 $14.95 $13.31 #1301 Bridge $27.20 $24.75 Accurate intonation for #1303 Tremolo $38.50 $35.03 original Floyd Rose® tremolo For original Floyd Rose.® Won’t work on Golden Age Locking Slip the Key over the tremolo string lock screw, loosen Tremolo, Ibanez Edge, Ibanez the saddle mounting screw, and get fingertip control Lo-Profile, or Schaller Locking of the saddle position, for more accurate intonation. Tremolo.

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Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 69 Guitar Tremolos Great combination! ® ® Vibramate Order a Locking Adapter Kits for Bigsby Vibratos Roller Bridge with Brilliant new easy no-drill solutions for guitars with Vibrato a Bigsby B70 or U.S. or metric stop tailpiece mounting bushings. tailpieces B50 vibrato Felt pads protect the guitar’s finish. Made of high Low-friction roller grade polished aluminum for stability and tone. saddles are a perfect For USA Bigsbys only (won’t Original equipment on famous guitars for half a match for smooth fit B50 or B70); supplied century. The legendary hand-assembled Bigsby vibrato action. with mounting screws. vibrato features a string mounting bar foating on See #5276 bridge Vibrato not low-friction needle bearings, for accurate return to details on page 64. included. pitch. Each model has a sand-cast aluminum frame Chrome finish only. and stainless steel arm. Made in USA. With Bigsby B70 Set Mount a See #4929 Chrome* $170.95 Save $9.00 ® Bigsby Vibramate With Bigsby B50 at left Set without V7-LP #4933 Chrome* $155.13 Save $8.17 drilling Kit for *Vibrato is polished aluminum. your guitar Bigsby B7 Fits Les Paul® and thin archtops. #4953 Aluminum $58.25 ® Licensed #4953-G Gold ...... $83.50 Bigsby B7 Vibrato Imported Vibratos Model B7 is designed to fit thin (1-1/2" to 2-1/4") V5 Kit for Bigsby B5 Lower-priced versions of classic Bigsbys archtops, or carved-top solidbodies such as Smooth action and die-cast aluminum frame Fits flat-face solidbodies. Gibson® Les Pauls.® It mounts with six supplied #4951 Aluminum $58.25

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#5464-G Gold ...... $266.65 $247.98 q ft stop tailpiece bushings Bigsby B5 Vibrato V5-ST Short Tail For flat-face solidbody guitars. Money-saving Bigsby licensed Installs on the top of the guitar vibrato for thin (1-1/2" to 2-1/4") archtops Kit for Bigsby B5 ® ® With clearance for large with four supplied screws. or solidbodies such as Gibson Les Paul. Two of the pickguards on classic four supplied screws mount to the guitar top. The SG® solidbodies. string tension bar has nylon washers for smooth #4949 Aluminum $58.25 Each Each, 3+ operation. Each Each, 3+ #4949-G Gold ...... $83.50 #5462 Polished aluminum $158.32 $147.24 #4928 Polished aluminum $150.00 $139.50 #5462-G Gold ...... $241.78 $224.86 #4928-G Gold ...... $208.35 $193.77 Save! Bigsby with matching Vibramate® Bigsby B5 with For flat-face solidbodies. Vibramate® #4952 Aluminum $205.74 V5 kit Save $10.83 Bigsby B50 Tremolo Arm Vibrato Bigsby B5 with For large-pickguard SG.® TensionSpring Vibramate® #4956 Aluminum $205.74 Loose floppy Strat® V5-ST kit Save $10.83 tremolo arm? Drop ® Money-saving licensed import version of the Bigsby B7 with For Les Paul and thin archtops. this little ball bear- famous B5, for flat-face solidbodies. Installs with Vibramate® #4954 Aluminum $231.91 ing and heavy-duty four supplied screws. V7-LP kit Save $9.66 coil spring into the Each Each, 3+ #4954-G Gold ...... $336.14 mounting hole and reinstall the arm. Voila—it #4932 Polished aluminum $133.35 $124.02 Save $14.01 swings smoothly and stays where you want it. No #4932-G Gold ...... $191.65 $178.23 more flop, works like new! For original-style Strat® tremolos only, #1516 $4.95 Vibramate® Spoiler™ including the #1264 Gotoh on page 69. This simple bracket makes Won’t work with Wilkinson/Gotoh tremolos. Hipshot™ Tremsetter Bigsby restringing a lot easier! Tremolo stabilizer Slip it in place and install The adjustable Tremsetter your strings in the Spoiler’s re turns a tremolo to an exact notches in seconds. No tools neutral position, automatically. needed—fits any Bigsby. No Your guitar stays in tune after wrapping the strings around aggressive diving and bending, Bigsby stringing the roller bar; no kinking the fine tuning is fast and accurate, made easy! ends to fit over the pins. The Makes a tricky job easy and tuning a single string won’t smoothness and feel of the vi- Tremolo Spring Installer affect the others. Easy no-rout installa- brato is maintained. Polished tion. Works with Fender, Floyd Rose,® Protect your fingers and your guitar, and save your stainless steel with a tasteful Wilkinson, Ibanez and Golden Age pliers for more appropriate jobs. This simple steel factory-installed look. trem olos. Instructions included. hook is the right length to make stubborn tremolo #4948 Stainless $36.50 spring installations easy. 6" long. Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ #4948-G Gold $54.95 #0579 $6.65 #0159 $39.55 $35.20 $32.04

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Locking tremolo parts Archtop guitar tailpieces Archtop guitar bridges “Trapeze” tailpieces have a short mounting plate Fine for 1338 for thin archtop guitars, or a long plate for deep- 2116 warm acoustic Archtop bodied instruments. They are hinged to adapt tone Guitar 2113 1337 to a variety of bridge heights. Screws included. 2109 Bridge 1551 A fine quality polished bridge with 2119 contoured base. The 13"-radius saddle 1345 1343 2117 (compensated for wound G) can be notched for Thin string spreads from 1-11/16" to 2-3/16". Height adjusts from ® Floyd Rose and Golden Age Locking Tremolo Body 1-1/16" to 1-1/4". Posts and thumbwheels are nickel-plated. parts are interchangeable, except as noted. Tailpiece Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ For Floyd Rose® Each The design found on A (This side faces fretboard) #0193 Ebony #1338 Saddle mounting screw ...... $0.27 Gibson® thin hollowbody guitars Top edge of guitar $21.48 $19.12 $17.40 #1337 String lock insert ...... $2.50 ® A such as the ES-335, utilizing B #1551 Fine tuner screw ...... $1.55 #0194 Rosewood F a die-cast string mounting bar. C $21.48 $19.12 $17.40 (Won’t fit Golden Age tremolo) C B 1-15/16" string spread; extends E D G (bass) (treble) inch mm inch mm #1343 String lock screw for A .340" 8.6 E .430" 10.9 E 5-1/2" over the top of the guitar. Schaller or Floyd Rose® II ...... $2.50 B 3.550" 90.2 F 5.340" 135.6 D Screw-mounted strap button C .575" 14.6 G .370" 9.4 (Won’t fit Golden Age tremolo) inch mm required (see page 72). F D 2.980" 75.7 #1345 String lock screw, original $2.75 A 2.000" 50.8 B 1.438" 36.5 Each Each, 3+ For Golden Age Tremolo Each C .967" 24.6 D 1.342" 34.1 #0189 Chrome $22.36 $17.66 Tune-o-matic #2116 Saddle mount screw ..$0.22 E .671" 17.0 #0189-G Gold $26.79 $21.16 Hardware #2109 String lock insert ...... $0.85 F .568" 14.4 Archtop Bridge #2119 Fine tuner screw ...... $0.63 Gibson-style bridge with #2117 String lock screw ...... $0.52 contoured rosewood base and adjustable Top edge intonation. The height is thumbwheel- Saddles with string lock inserts and lock of guitar A B adjustable from 1" to 1-1/4". Saddles are notched. screws. Set of 6. Set Set, 3+ A #2113 Chrome $19.98 $17.78 E F String Saddle Post Post C B spread radius spacing threads #2113-B Black $21.78 $19.38 H C 2-3/64" 12" 2-29/32" M4 x .7 #2113-G Gold $26.59 $23.67 G D Kluson D Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ Archtop Tailpiece #3958 Nickel inch mm F A Deco design that fits deep- A .653" 16.6 $31.77 $28.28 $25.73 B 1.272" 32.3 E bodied guitars and extends 5" inch mm inch mm #3958-G Gold Tremolo Arm for Floyd Rose® C 1.230" 31.2 over the instrument’s top. The D 1.070" 27.2 A 2.900" 73.7 D .421" 10.7 $41.26 $36.72 $33.42 Adjustable swing tensioning nut. E .830" 21.1 B .437" 11.1 E 5.420" 137.7 distinctive brass string mounting F .500" 12.7 C 2.047" 52.0 F .425" 10.8 Includes mounting coupling. Fits bar has 2-1/16" string spread. The G .415" 10.5 ® ® H 2.500" 63.5 original Floyd Rose , Floyd Rose II, mounting plate has a 11/32"-dia- Resists string wear ® Brightens tone Schaller Floyd Rose and Golden Age meter endpin hole. locking tremolo. #0230-N Nickel $36.00 Archtop Each Each, 3+ #0230-G Gold .... $48.00 Guitar Bridge #1269 Satin chrome $15.85 $14.11 #1269-B Black ...... $16.30 $14.51 With Bone Saddle #1269-G Gold ...... $19.90 $17.71 Machined rosewood bridge with ® contoured base, featuring a lightweight solid Archtop bone saddle to brighten tone and resist string wear. Studs and Bushings 13"-radius saddle is compensated for wound G, and can be ® Guitar Tailpiece For Floyd Rose and notched for string spreads from 2-1/16" to 2-21/64". Center Golden Age locking Precisely machined from solid unstained height is adjustable from 57/64" to 1-7/64". Posts and thumb- tremolos. Black studs ebony for natural acoustic jazz guitar sound. wheels are nickel-plated. Each Each, 3+ with 11/32" x 25/64" Designed by renowned luthier Bob Benedetto. A #0192 $22.95 $20.43 2-11/16" x 7", with 2-1/16" string spread; for use (This side faces fretboard) brass bushings. Set of 2. Set Set, 3+ with a Benedetto tailpiece fastener. Luthiers: do inch mm #2118 $4.58 $4.08 B A .312" 7.9 your own polishing and save! B 3.420" 86.9 Archtop Bridge Each C .586" 14.9 Fitting Jig C D 2.900" 73.7 #5270 Polished ...... $150.00 E 5.850" 148.6 matches bridge feet #5272 Unpolished $104.20 D F .410" 10.4 curvature to your arched guitar top. F See page 30 Peghead String Retainer Bar Benedetto Archtop Tailpiece Fastener E 14" radius, 1-29/32" long. 1-1/8" screw Strong stranded steel with black nylon spacing; black screws included. coating, brass ends, and adjustment Flattop jazz guitar tailpiece Each Each, 3+ nuts. Attaches to the guitar’s endpin. #2121 Chrome $2.89 $2.57 Each, 3+ Selmer Tailpiece #2121-B Black $3.09 $2.75 #3632 6-7/8" length Each per model #2121-G Gold $3.33 $2.96 #3636 7-3/4" length $11.92 $9.42 Embossed 1930s Selmer-style tailpiece with authentic polished faceted ebony insert, protective red leather padding, and studs Allen Wrenches Archtop for string mounting. This tailpiece extends For Golden Age locking Tailpiece Blank 4-1/4", and has 2-1/4" mounting depth. tremolo and all Floyd Rose® For making your own Polished unplated stamped brass; screws models. #3001 2.5mm custom tailpiece. Each Each, 12+ included. Each Each, 3+ #3002 3mm $0.64 each 3" x 9" x 1/2" ebony. #4172 $22.62 $19.91 #1577 $61.95 $55.14

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 71 Guitar Coarse knurled Fine knurled Solid Guitar 18 splines 24 splines shaft Hardware (Alpha) (CTS) (CTS) Control Important: check the knob shafts on Knobs your control pots before you order! Strap mounting hardware Each, Each, Each 6+ 12+ Strap Buttons Each Each, 3+ Each, 10+ Ivoroid Dome Knob with set #0169 Chrome $3.71 $3.23 $2.78 Sets of 2 #0170 Chrome $3.70 $3.18 $2.70 screw; for 6mm (Alpha) #0169-B Black $4.89 $4.25 $3.67 with screws. #0170-N Nickel $3.65 $3.14 $2.66 pot shaft won't fit #0169-G Gold $5.26 $4.58 $3.94 #0170-B Black $4.70 $4.04 $3.43 CTS pots) #4936 Ebony $3.15 $2.74 $2.36 #0170-G Gold $4.99 $4.29 $3.64 #4937 Ivoroid $3.15 $2.74 $2.36 Package of 10. Ebony Felt washers for strap buttons Package, 10+ Dome Knob with set #0157 Chrome $3.71 $3.23 $2.78 1/2"-dia meter soft felt to #4018 Cream Package per color screw, for 1/4" smooth #0157-B Black $5.59 $4.86 $4.19 protect guitar finishes. #4018-B Black $3.30 $2.90 pot shaft (CTS) #0157-G Gold $5.89 $5.12 $4.42 Dome Flat Top Knob for Tele® #0166 Chrome $3.71 $3.23 $2.78 Dunlop Case-hardened for secure push-button with set screw; for 6mm #0166-B Black $4.89 $4.25 $3.67 ® on/off. Set of 2. (Alpha) pot shaft #0166-G Gold $5.26 $4.58 $3.94 Straplok Set Set, 4+ System #0246-N Nickel $12.41 $10.05 Flat Top Knob for Tele® #0190 Chrome $3.71 $3.23 $2.78 Flat Top #0246-B Black $13.80 $11.18 with set screw; for 1/4" #0190-B Black $4.89 $4.25 $3.67 #0246-G Gold $21.91 $17.75 smooth pot shaft (CTS) #0190-G Gold $5.26 $4.58 $3.94

Speed Knob for coarse- #0554-B Black $3.37 $2.93 $2.53 Grover Quick-Release Strap Locks Set Set, 3+ knurled pot shaft (Alpha) #0554-G Gold $3.37 $2.93 $2.53 Spring-action retainers replace #2030 Chrome $14.96 $13.31 Amber #0554-A $3.37 $2.93 $2.53 standard strap buttons #2030-N Nickel $13.76 $12.25 #2030-B Black $16.16 $14.38 Speed Knob for fine- #0554-FB Black $3.37 $2.93 $2.53 to keep your strap knurled pot shaft (CTS) #0554-FG Gold $3.37 $2.93 $2.53 secure. Set of 2. #2030-G Gold $17.36 $15.45 #0554-FA Amber $3.37 $2.93 $2.53 Buttons only, set of 2: #1194-B Black $3.14 $2.57 $2.17 #2031 Chrome $3.40 — Bell Knob for coarse- #2031-N Nickel $3.16 — knurled pot shaft (Alpha) #1194-G Gold $3.14 $2.57 $2.17 #1194-A Amber $3.14 $2.57 $2.17 #2031-B Black $3.66 — #2031-G Gold $3.92 — Bell Knob for fine- #1194-FB Black $3.14 $2.57 $2.17 knurled pot shaft (CTS) #1194-FG Gold $3.14 $2.57 $2.17 Gripper Strap Buttons #1194-FA Amber $3.14 $2.57 $2.17 Install with the wide dimension perpendicular to the Bell Knob for coarse- #1195 Volume $3.56 $2.92 $2.46 strap, to prevent slipping. Set Set, 3+ Set, 6+ knurled pot shaft (Alpha) #1197 Tone $3.56 $2.92 $2.46 Set of 2, with screws. #1863 $2.97 $2.41 $2.14 Bell Knob for fine- #1195-F Volume $3.56 $2.92 $2.46 knurled pot shaft (CTS) #1197-F Tone $3.56 $2.92 $2.46 Lokstrap™ System Unlocked Knob Position Indicator #4955 Nickel $1.53 $1.25 $1.06 No guitar modification! With the strap in place, For speed knob or bell knob #4955-G Gold $2.00 $1.64 $1.38 fit Lokstrap™ over the strap button. A half-turn of the disk locks or unlocks ® #0465 White $2.36 $2.05 $1.77 Volume Knob for Strat, fits it. Set of 2. Set Set, 6+ Set, 12+ coarse-knurled (Alpha) or #0465-B Black $2.36 $2.05 $1.77 #0257 $2.12 $1.74 $1.46 fine-knurled (CTS) pot shaft #0465-M Mint $2.36 $2.05 $1.77 Locked #0465-P Parchment $2.36 $2.05 $1.77

Tone Knob for Strat,® fits #0466 White $2.36 $2.05 $1.77 Peace of mind Acoustic Strap Secure coarse-knurled (Alpha) or #0466-B Black $2.36 $2.05 $1.77 for endpin jacks Non-slip strap attachment to an acoustic fine-knurled (CTS) pot shaft #0466-M Mint $2.36 $2.05 $1.77 #0466-P Parchment $2.36 $2.05 $1.77 guitar endpin jack. Installs on your strap and threads onto the jack to replace the stock #3520 Amber $1.45 $1.26 $1.09 Toggle Switch Knob for button. Easy-grip 1"-diameter solid brass. #3521 Cream $1.45 $1.26 $1.09 Switchcraft,™ 8-32 thread #3522 Black $1.45 $1.26 $1.09 #0256 $14.00 #0256-M For metric jacks $14.00 Toggle Switch Knob for #0524 Cream $1.31 $1.14 $0.98 metric switches; M4 x .7 thread #0524-B Black $1.31 $1.14 $0.98 Toggle Switch Knob for modern #0514-A Amber $1.31 $1.14 $0.98 Pearloid-top Inlaid with white pearloid or genuine abalone. Allen ; M3.5 x .6 thread #0514-C Cream $1.31 $1.14 $0.98 Dome Knobs set screw. Fits 6mm (Alpha) pot shaft; won’t fit CTS. (Also fits Free-Way switch, page 53) #0514-B Black $1.31 $1.14 $0.98 Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ Knob For Lever Switch #5604 White $1.25 $1.02 $0.86 #4944 Chrome $7.28 $6.33 $5.46 Fits .052" x .188" switch lever #5604-B Black $1.25 $1.02 $0.86 Pearloid top #4944-B Black $9.24 $8.04 $6.93 (CRL and Oak Grigsby) #5604-M Mint $1.25 $1.02 $0.86 #4944-G Gold $9.34 $8.13 $7.00 Knob for Megaswitch, page 53 #5604-P Parchment $1.25 $1.02 $0.86 Abalone top #4945 Chrome $7.28 $6.33 $5.46 #0563 White $1.25 $1.02 $0.86 (Can’t be shipped #4945-B Black $9.24 $8.04 $6.93 Knob For Lever Switch fits #0563-B Black $1.25 $1.02 $0.86 outside USA) #4945-G Gold $9.34 $8.13 $7.00 1.2mm x 3.5mm switch lever #0563-M Mint $1.25 $1.02 $0.86 (imported switches) #0563-P Parchment $1.25 $1.02 $0.86 Chickenhead Knob Fits coarse- Bevel-top Knob Fits coarse- ® knurled (Alpha) pot shaft. knurled (Alpha) pot shaft. Top-hat Knob for Tele, fits #0120 Black $2.98 $2.59 $2.23 .052" x .188" switch lever (CRL) #0526 Black #1659 Black Top-hat Knob for Tele,® fits 1.2mm Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ x 3.5mm switch lever (imports) #0021-B Black $1.98 $1.72 $1.48 $3.23 $2.81 $2.42 $2.57 $2.11 $1.77 ® Barrel Knob for Tele, fits #5603 Black $1.59 $1.38 $1.19 .052" x .188" switch lever (CRL) Schaller Screw Assortment Knob & Bushing Puller Barrel Knob for Tele,® fits 1.2mm Over 2 pounds of guitar Safely removes stubborn x 3.5mm switch lever (imports) #0216 Black $1.59 $1.38 $1.19 screws! Page 66 control knobs, page 31

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Jack plates & switch plates String mounting ferrules Pickguard Phillips ovalhead, for use with Electrosocket Screws counter sunk pickguards. For mounting the Each, strings through the ® A Tele jack that won’t loosen For Fender 1/2" Each 100+ body of a non-tremolo Held securely in place by two #0035 Chrome $0.37 $0.19 solidbody guitar, or a 0173 screws, this unique jack mount #0035-B Black $0.49 $0.25 solidbody bass. #0035-G Gold $0.63 $0.33 accepts a standard 1/4" Switch- For Guitar Sets of 6 (required mounting hole ™ #0174 Stainless $0.42 $0.22 craft jack (3/8 x 32 thread, not diameter is listed). #0173 is flanged; #0196 is included). It fits a standard 7/8"-diameter mount- For Gibson 3/8" vint age style flush-fit. ing hole in the guitar body. Handy for speaker #4387 Nickel $0.37 $0.19 Set Set, 3+ Set, 10+ cabinets, too. Screws included. #4387-B Black $0.37 $0.19 #0173 5/16", chrome $7.21 $6.20 $5.26 Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ #4387-G Gold $0.42 $0.22 #0173-B 5/16", black $9.53 $8.20 $6.96 #4283 Satin chrome $7.50 $6.67 $6.07 #0173-G 5/16", gold $9.98 $8.58 $7.29 #4283-B Satin black $8.10 $7.21 $6.56 #0196 3/8", chrome $8.95 $7.70 $6.53 NEW #4284 Chrome $7.50 $6.67 $6.07 #0196-B 3/8", black $14.71 $12.65 $10.74 NEW #4284-N Nickel $7.50 $6.67 $6.07 Neck attachment hardware #0196-G 3/8", gold $11.15 $9.59 $8.14 NEW #4284-B Black $8.10 $7.21 $6.56 For Bass Set of 4 flanged ferrules for 3/8"-dia- NEW #4284-G Gold $8.70 $7.74 $7.05 Neck Attachment Plate meter mounting holes. With four Phillips ovalhead Set Set, 3+ Set, 10+ #4595 Chrome $6.18 $5.31 $4.51 Jack Plates neck screws. 1-1/2" x 2" screw for Gibson® Les Paul® spacing. Each Each, 3+ Each, 10+ String-thru top ferrules, page 64 The polished metal version

#0131 Chrome $8.32 $7.16 $6.07 Hardware is curved to match the side #0131-B Black $11.75 $10.10 $8.58 of the guitar and includes #0131-G Gold $13.88 $11.94 $10.13 screws. Plastic plates require Peghead string retainers four #4387 pickguard screws Neck Attachment These “string trees” screw into the face of (available at right). Ferrules a Fender or similar peghead to maintain Each Each, 3+ Each, 10+ sufcient string angle over the nut. #0053 Metal, chrome $7.98 $6.86 $5.83 For bolting a neck onto a #0053-B Metal, black $9.34 $8.03 $6.82 contoured solidbody when a #0053-G Metal, gold $10.33 $8.88 $7.54 flat neck attachment plate is impractical. #0092 Plastic, cream $1.10 $0.87 — 9/16" (14.25mm) dia meter. Roller String Trees Rollers reduce string friction for #0092-B Plastic, black $1.10 $0.87 — Ferrules Packages of 12. Package Pkg., 3+ #4184 Chrome $7.50 $5.92 easier tuning. Screws included. Oval Metal Jack Plate #4184-B Black $10.89 $8.60 Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ Sturdy brass, fits a curved guitar #4184-G Gold $11.50 $9.08 #1861 Guitar, set of 2 $5.37 $4.35 $3.87 side. 1-7/16" screw spacing; screws #1862 Bass, individual $2.97 $2.41 $2.14 Screws 1-1/2" Phillips ovalhead. Each Each, 50+ included. Each Each, 3+ Each, 10+ #4183 Chrome $0.53 $0.38 ® #0070 Chrome $6.78 $5.83 $4.95 #4183-B Black $0.83 $0.59 Tusq XL String Trees ® #0070-B Black $7.93 $6.82 $5.79 #4183-G Gold $0.97 $0.69 Super-slick Teflon -im- #0070-G Gold $8.33 $7.16 $6.08 pregnated polymer relieves Counterbore bits for neck ferrules string friction to help pre- Jack Plate Fisch steel professional Forstner bits, for flat- vent tuning problems. A for Strat® bottom holes with chip-free edges. Use #4496 if practical addition to a non-locking tremolo setup. Set of 2, with screws. Screws included. the holes will have thick finish overspray. Cut diameter Shank diameter Set Set, 6+ Set, 12+ Each Each, 3+ Each, 10+ #4496 5/8" (15.88mm) 5/16" (8mm) Each #1853 Black $11.99 $9.83 $8.27 #0134 Chrome $8.34 $7.17 $6.09 #4497 19/32" (15mm) 5/16" (8mm) $29.95 #1854 White $11.99 $9.83 $8.27 #0134-B Black $9.83 $8.45 $7.18 #0134-G Gold $11.86 $10.20 $8.66 Neck Attachment Screws Guitar String Retainers Jack Cup for Tele® 1-3/4" Phillips oval head. Metal; set of 2 with screws. Each Each, 50+ Retainer clip included. 7/8"-dia- Set Set, 3+ Set, 10+ #3357 Chrome ...... $0.59 $0.42 #0171 Chrome $3.19 $2.74 $2.33 meter mounting hole required. #3357-B Black ...... $0.92 $0.65 #0171-B Black $4.97 $4.27 $3.63 Each Each, 3+ Each, 10+ #3357-G Gold ...... $0.92 $0.65 #0171-G Gold $5.12 $4.40 $3.74 Jack clip #0135 Chrome $6.84 $5.88 $4.99 #3356 Stainless steel $0.90 $0.64 installation #0136 Clip only $0.94 $0.81 $0.69 tool, page 29 ‘50s-style String Retainer Control plates Holds down two strings. Screw Toggle Switch Plate included. Plastic ring for 3-way Each Each, 3+ Each, 10+ #0213 Chrome $2.30 $1.98 $1.68 pickup selector switch. #0213-N Nickel $2.30 $1.98 $1.68 #1151 Black Each #0213-G Gold $2.85 $2.45 $2.08 #1152 Cream $1.69 Polished steel, with screws. Bass String Retainer Pickup mounting screws, page 49 Tuner mounting screws, page 58 For Tele® Each Each, 3+ Each, 10+ Holds down two strings. 3/4" diameter #0132 Chrome $15.64 $13.45 $11.42 with screw. Each Each, 3+ Each, 10+ ® ® ® Strat, Tele and Jazz Bass are registered trademarks of Fender #0132-G Gold $27.63 $23.76 $20.17 Chrome Musical Instruments Corporation. Les Paul® is a trademark of #0172 $2.96 $2.55 $2.16 Gibson Guitar Corporation. Teflon® is a registered trademark For Jazz Bass® Each Each, 3+ Each, 10+ #0172-B Black $3.60 $3.10 $2.63 of DuPont. #0080 Chrome $18.98 $16.32 $13.86 #0172-G Gold $4.27 $3.67 $3.12

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Truss Rods 1/4" hex nut

® 2-way U-channel Truss Rod Truss Rods Similar to the design used by Martin for many Hot Rod years. The 3/8"-deep aluminum U-channel has an Correct upbow and backbow Slotted nut internal 3/16" steel rod, and a 5mm Allen adjusting Hot Rods® feature twin rods in threaded nut with washer. Each brass collars. The stainless steel active Length Width $12.89 #1177 Acoustic 14-1/4" 12mm lower rod turns for smooth 2-way neck Our most Each, 10+ #1177-E Electric 17-5/16" 12mm alignment. They’re easy to install in a flat- popular per model truss rods #1177-B Bass 22-13/16" 11mm $11.34 bottom channel (instructions included). Lengths include 18" for electric guitars and banjos; 14-1/4" for Dreadnought 4mm (5/32") and acoustics with 14th fret at the body; 12-1/4" for resonator guitars and Allen nut Truss Rod for Gibson® acoustics with 12th fret at the body, and 24" for basses. The 1/2"-diameter The one-way rod used in Gibson® “spoke” nut is designed to protrude slightly from a bolt-on neck heel. Simply guitars. 18-1/4" x .167"-diameter insert a thin tool into the side of the nut to turn it, without pickguard removal. steel, with 5/16" hex brass adjustment .218" .750" .437" .437" nut and 3/8" x 5/8" x .092" anchor ‘Spoke’ nut nut. The 11/32" x 9/16" x .100" “half-moon” washer is barbed so it won’t turn in the peghead access cavity. Lengths include adjustment nut. Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ Requirements: access Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ #2550 12-1/4" $15.79 $13.74 $12.95 cavity for adjustment, and a 7/32"-wide x #2545 Complete $12.98 $11.29 $9.73 4mm (5/32") #2551 14-1/4" $15.99 $13.91 $13.11 7/16"-deep slot, mea- #2546 Barbed half-moon washer only Allen nut #2552 18" $16.99 $14.78 $13.93 sured from the bottom $1.88 $1.64 $1.41 #2553 24" $20.99 $18.26 $17.21 of the fretboard. The threads are rolled in the manufacturing process. See our Slotted nut #0975 18" $17.67 $15.37 $14.49 ® #0968 truss rod kit (at left) if you need

Hardware Router Bit for Hot Rod a custom-length rod. 1/4" hex nut #0979 18" $16.89 $14.69 $13.85 .225" bit cuts a 7/16"-deep channel in multiple #1016 18" $20.15 $18.34 $16.72 passes. 2" length; 1/4" shank. Carbide-tipped ‘Spoke’ nut #1017 24" $24.47 $22.27 $20.31 to outlast ordinary bits. #4599 $21.48 Low-profle 2-way Shallower depth Truss Rod for thinner necks Neck Reinforcement Rods Used by Martin, and Epiphone. A strong 2-way option for thin necks that need a shallow rod depth. Requires a 4mm Allen wrench. Shrink- NEW Titanium Neck Rods Lightweight and strong, titanium wrapped to prevent rattling. rods always pull to their original shape. Adding resonance and sustain to Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ your guitar’s tone while helping your truss rod function more effectively. #2556 14-1/4" for acoustic $11.54 $10.50 $9.58 Carbon Fiber Neck Rods Stronger than an equivalent volume #2557 18-1/8" for electric $11.54 $10.50 $9.58 of steel! Carbon fiber adds significant stiffness to supplement an adjustable #2558 NEW 24" for bass $11.54 $10.50 $9.58 truss rod with minimal added weight. Each Each, 4+ Each, 8+ Router Bit For the low-profile 2-way rod. Cuts #4410 Titanium 0.236" x 0.117" x 17-13/16" $27.90 $25.39 $22.88 a 1/4" x 3/8"-deep channel in multiple passes. Router Bit for #4411 Titanium 0.236" x 0.117" x 21-11/16" $34.50 $31.39 $28.29 1/4" shank. #4604 $21.48 #4401 Carbon fiber 1/8" x 3/8" x 18" $17.49 $15.92 $14.34 .200" Carbon Fiber Rods #4402 Carbon fiber 1/8" x 3/8" x 24" $21.00 $19.11 $17.22 Piloted Reamer Set Reamer with custom pilot Get a perfect fit. Carbide- #4403 Carbon fiber .200" x 1/4" x 18" $16.42 $14.94 $13.46 cuts a 7/16"-dia. access hole for adjusting the low- fluted for durability. 2" length, #4404 Carbon fiber .200" x 1/4" x 24" $20.72 $18.86 $16.99 profile 2-way rod. 3/8" shank. #4617 $42.00 1/4" shank. #4399 $23.33

For Fender Bullet Square Steel Tube Truss Rod Traditional 3/8" x 3/8" x 14" nonadjustable design Truss Rod Kit used for years in Martins with 14th fret Make custom Spoke-wheel neck/body joint. Our version is made of lengths up to 24" strong stainless steel. Saw it shorter to Truss Rod Nuts 24" x 3/16" stainless steel rod, threaded on one For Fender Each Each, 12+ fit other necks. Each Each, 10+ #0969 8-32 thread, nickel ...... $2.98 $2.15 end for the supplied 5/16" hex adjusting nut with #0976 $7.53 $5.65 #0973 10-32 thread, nickel ....$2.98 $2.15 washer. Saw to length, cut 10-32 threads on the #0987 Bullet, 10-32, chrome $3.70 $2.66 Truss rod adjustment blank end, and attach and peen the 3/8"-diameter Spoke-wheel Nut wrenches, page 19 x 5/8" anchor nut securely. Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ #0968 Truss rod kit ..... $10.11 $9.20 $8.39 1-1/8" x 1/2" dia meter.* Each Each, 12+ #0966 Anchor nut only $1.98 $1.78 — #0980 10-32 thread, black $5.16 $4.13 *Adjusts a bolt-on neck at the heel, without removing the pickguard. 10-32 Die & Handle For Gibson® More truss rod For cutting truss rod threads. 5/16" hex brass, 5/16" length. covers and screws online Use #4057 Handle $13.95 10-32 thread. The pre-1950s 1317 Tap-Ease™ #4058 Die ...... $6.99 1316 stewmac.com search: truss rod cover cutting lubricant, short-taper version gives Package of 6 page 4. your wrench a #1316 Short taper $9.95 good grip. #1317 Long taper $9.95

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5717-VT 22-fret for Strat®

Vintage Amber 21-fret for Tele Guitar Necks ® 22 fnished frets Vintage amber is tinted Satin Finish in the high gloss polyure- Guitar & Bass Necks thane finish, for a great traditional look. These High quality, fast playability. Crafted from northern hard rock maple, with maple or rosewood fretboard and satin polyurethane finish. Each neck has a peghead-adjustable truss rod (for 4mm Allen wrench) well-crafted hard rock ma- with traditional walnut “skunk stripe,” finished frets, dot inlays, and a shaped/slotted nut. Guitar necks ple necks play great, too. have 11mm-diameter pegholes; bass pegholes are 23/32"-diameter. Drill your own body attachment holes. Choose from solid maple or rosewood fingerboard Guitar Bass Approximate thicknesses (not including fret) versions. All have a wal- Scale length 25-1/2" 34" nut “skunk stripe,” peg- Nut width 1-11/16" 1-5/8" Guitar head-adjustable truss rod 22nd fret width* 2-3/16" 2-1/2" .860" at 1st fret .880" at 6th fret .890" at 12th fret (for 4mm Allen wrench), Fretboard radius 9-1/2" 9-1/2" 22 finished frets, dot in- Fret height .045" .042" Bass 22-fret neck heel detail Fret width .095" .105" lays, and a shaped/slotted .850" at 1st fret .880" at 6th fret .945" at 12th fret *21st fret for Tele,® 20th fret for bass Fingerboard Each nut. Pegholes are 11mm #5718 Rosewood $100.00 dia meter. Drill your own For Tele® These necks are made for us by Mighty Mite, with peghead shapes #5719 Maple $118.75 body attachment holes. licensed by Fender. Strat® and Tele® are registered trademarks of Fender #5715 Rosewood $100.00 Scale length, measurements Musical Instruments Corporation. For Strat® #5716 Maple $118.75 and thicknesses match the Compound radius necks: The fingerboard surface radius gradually #5700-series necks at left (necks changes from 9.5" at the nut, to 12" at the 22nd fret, for lower action #5721 Rosewood $100.00 for Tele® are 22-fret). and cleaner string bending. 14.75" bridge saddle radius is recommended. For Bass #5722 Maple $118.75 ® For Strat Fingerboard Wooden parts ® For Strat, #5713 Rosewood $110.00 #5715-VT Rosewood compound #5714 Maple $135.00 radius #5716-VT Maple ® 4028 4027 For Tele Fingerboard 4026 All our bolt-on necks fit a 5/8” deep neck cavity. #5717-VT Rosewood #5718-VT Maple 3” 3” 3-7/8” Each $135.00 These necks are made for us 2-3/16” 2-3/16” 2-1/2” by Mighty Mite, with peg- For Strat® neck For Tele® neck For Bass neck head shapes licensed by Fender. Strat® and Tele® are registered Rosewood, trademarks of Fender Musical maple or ebony Blank-Peghead Guitar Necks Instruments Corporation. fretboard Customize your own peghead shape Fretted and finished in clear satin nitro cellulose lacquer, these high quality maple necks fit our guitar bodies and are ideal for custom instruments. The oversize peghead is 9/16" thick, and requires Spectacular quilted only final shaping and finishing at the edge. 10mm-diameter holes are drilled for 6-in-line tuners. A maple top! double-action truss rod, dot inlays, side dot markers and 22 finished frets are installed. Body attachment holes are undrilled. Approximate thicknesses (not including fret) Scale length: 25-1/2" 5753 3-7/8" Fretboard radius: 12" Nut width: 1-11/16" .815" at 1st fret .835" at 6th fret .860" at 12th fret 2" 22nd fret width: 2-3/16" Fingerboard Each Each, 2+ Each, 5+ Frets: .040" high, .100" wide #4026 Rosewood $136.71 $123.04 $110.74 6-1/4" Nut slot: 1/8" wide #4027 Maple ...... $136.71 $123.04 $110.74 7-3/4" (nut not included) #4028 Ebony ...... $150.35 $135.31 $121.78 Flametop Finished Guitar Body High gloss fnish • Ready for hardware Through-Body Made of southern swamp ash for great tone, this 24-fret Add your own body sides and peghead shape Guitar Neck fngerboard beautiful contoured body features a high-gloss This well-made unfinished maple neck has an 8-degree angled undrilled peg- with dot inlays sunburst polyester finish and a gorgeous quilted head, radiused ebony or rosewood finger board with dot inlays, side dots, 24 maple top. It fits our necks and is routed for a Scale length: 25" ® polished frets and a slotted graphite nut. The back is shaped and sanded. The Fretboard radius: 14" standard Strat tremolo. Holes for strap buttons, two-way truss rod has a 4mm Allen nut; cover included. The 1-23/32" thick Width at nut: 1-11/16" wiring channels, and the neck are already drilled. body extension measures approximately 14" from the 24th fret. Width at 24th fret: 2-7/32" The versatile pickup cavities will fit combinations Maximum body extension of standard humbuckers and single-coil pickups. Approximate thicknesses (not including fret) #3181 Ebony ...... $278.27 width: 2-5/8" (approx.) Cherry burst #3182 Rosewood $265.15 Fretwire: .048"h x .103"w #5750 Peghead: 8-3/8" x 3-3/8" #5751 Tobacco burst Each .795" at 1st fret .840" at 6th fret .885" at 12th fret Guitar body blanks, page 76 x 9/16" #5753 Blue burst $210.00

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Solidbody Top Woods Beautiful book- Primavera Solidbodies matched wood for The right shapes! Accurate dimensions are gluing to your taken from actual vintage Tele® and Strat® body blank. Mahogany guitar bodies. Made in Ohio, USA. Sanding and finishing required. String, bridge and neck Body pilot holes are drilled. Our necks will fit these bodies. Body blank Blanks NEW Knotty Pine Add a 2-piece book- matched top to your Make your body blank and build own solidbody Swamp Ash a beautiful custom guitar or bass. Our top sets are guitar or bass ’52 Body sized for joining, gluing and profiling in your shop. Lightweight, Dimensions are approximate. Thickness-sanded, soulful Southern Guitar outlines shown for scale; not supplied on the wood. joined, and ready for band sawing and routing. Approximately 20-1/2" x 13-3/4" x swamp ash for Each Each, 3+ For fat solidbodies 1-3/4" thick. tone mojo, just Each Each, 3+ like the vintage #4488 Curly maple, .275" x 7-1/2" x 20", grade 4A Mahogany One-piece African, beaut iful when beauty it’s $99.90 $92.91 For carving an arch finished in clear or tinted lacquer. patterned after. Curly maple, 7-1/2" x 19-1/2"; 1" to 1-1/4" thick. #0379 $114.84 $102.21 #0452 $163.50 Each Each, 3+ Swamp ash Bold grain suitable for clear or #4459 $223.65 $207.99 tinted finishes, with lighter weight for good tone. 2-piece blank. #0368 $113.03 $100.60 Alder Solidbody favorite since the ’50s, with subdued grain for sunbursts or opaque colors. 3-piece blank. #0369 $109.00 $97.01 Primavera “White mahogany,” lighter in weight than mahogany, with small pores. Slightly yellowish. 1-piece blank, 21" x 14" x 1-3/4".

Wooden parts Wooden #0381 $99.00 $88.11 0450 0451 NEW Knotty Pine Rough-and-ready character all its own. Build a guitar with a wild streak! #0367 $99.00 $88.11

5130 Guitar Neck Blanks Knotty Pine ‘52 Body No two look alike. Kiln-dried for easy finishing, and lightweight 1-piece mahogany & maple for building from scratch for great sound. Yeehah! #0450 $145.50 High quality select kiln-dried planed solid wood blanks for 5132 bandsawing and shaping. Each blank includes sufficient wood Pine ‘52 Body Leo’s original prototypes were for adding headstock “ears.” lightweight pine, too. This one is a cut above: The mahogany family includes traditional Honduras mahogany milled from selected trees. #0451 $145.50 5135 plus African Sipo, a slightly denser and bolder-grained version.

Electric guitar (bolt-on) All dimensions are approximate. 13/16" x 3-7/8" x 27", flatsawn Each Each, 3+ #5130 Plain maple ...... $24.00 $21.36 5136-S #5132 Curly maple...... $57.95 $51.58

Electric bass (bolt-on) 13/16" x 4-1/2" x 34", flatsawn Each Each, 3+ Curly maple...... 5137 #5135 $55.40 $49.31 5137-S Electric or archtop guitar (glue-in) 0453 Torrefed 3-1/2" x 2-1/2" x 26", quartersawn Each Each, 3+ 0454 maple guitar #5136-S Sipo (African) mahogany ...... $49.34 $43.91 & bass neck 5139-S 0455 blanks, 4" x 3" x 23", quartersawn page 78 Acoustic guitar Each Each, 3+ #5137 Honduras mahogany* ...... $110.13 $98.02 Alder & Swamp Ash ‘63 Bodies Traditional #5137-S Sipo (African) mahogany ...... $63.30 $56.34 woods for vintage tone you know and love: *Honduras mahogany cannot be shipped outside the USA. subdued-grain alder and bold-grain ash. Fingerboard gluing surface #0453 Alder ...... $194.50 Classical guitar 15/16" x 3" x 36", quartersawn Each Each, 3+ #0454 Swamp ash $194.50 #5139-S Sipo (African) mahogany ...... $26.45 $23.54 Mahogany ‘63 Body A modern twin of one Each classical guitar neck blank has sufficient wood for making heel of the very few vintage mahogany Strat® bodies laminations and a scarf-jointed headstock. ever made. #0455 $194.50 Flatsawn Quartersawn Strar® and Tele® are registered trademarks of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation.

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1107 1105 Acoustic Guitar Necks High quality traditional necks, machined to save Fingerboards you hours of work and great for customizing. Each Our high quality kiln-dried fngerboards are ready for fnal trimming in one-piece quarter sawn mahog any neck has 1/4"-dia- your shop, to ft a variety of neck widths. The undersides are fat and the meter pegholes, a 7/32" x 7/16"-deep truss rod slot, and slots are .023" wide, to ft our fretwire. These fngerboards are unfretted a partially machined traditional “diamond” contour at and are not inlaid. Dimensions are ap proximate. the headstock base. Sanding and finishing required. Fingerboard, neck block, truss rod, peghead veneer Unslotted #1054 Ebony guitar, 2-3/8" x 20" x 15/64" ...... $36.16 and string nut must be ordered separately. #1054-R Rosewood guitar, 2-3/8" x 20" x 15/64" ...$16.60 fngerboards Neck joints are Flat rectangular #1023 Ebony bass, 2-1/2" x 27" x 1/4" ...... $51.59 machined for the blanks. #1021 Ebony bass, 3" x 27" x 1/4" ...... $58.85 correct fit. Available with dovetail joint, or Slotted for 25.5" scale 12" radius 24 slots + nut slot with bolts and Fender guitar #1062 Ebony, 2-3/8" x 20-3/8" x 15/64" ...... $47.62 nuts installed for #1062-R Rosewood, 2-3/8" x 20-3/8" x 15/64" ...... $21.65 attachment #1062-M Maple, 2-3/8" x 20-3/8" x 15/64" ...... $14.30 without gluing. 14-fret Necks For Dreadnought or other acoustic We offer the most common of three different scales described Slotted for guitars with 14th fret at the body. Solid headstock. Gibson® guitar as 24-3/4" by Gibson® over the years (more information at stewmac.com/fretscales). Many Gibsons® have alternate Width at nut: 1-3/4" Width at body: 2-3/16" Slotted for #2551 Hot Rod® truss rod. scale lengths—please measure your guitar before ordering! Each Each, 3+ For 20-fret necks, cut off the four highest slots. #1104 With bolts $150.80 $134.21 For other Gibson® #1105 Dovetailed $150.80 $134.21 fret scales, see our 24.562" scale 12" radius 24 slots Dual Fret Scale #1058 Ebony, 2-3/8" x 18-1/2" x 15/64" ...... $47.32 12-fret Necks For 0, 00, and 000-size acoustic guitars with 12th fret at the Templates, page 14 #1058-R Rosewood, 2-3/8" x 18-1/2" x 15/64" ...... $21.47 body. 5/8"-thick slotted headstock; peghead veneer recommended. Slotted for #2550 Hot Rod® truss rod. Each Each, 3+ Slotted for Martin Dreadnought scale is commonly referred to as 25.4" Width at nut: 1-7/8" #1106 With bolts $165.38 $147.19 Wooden parts Martin guitar but is actually 25.34". Width at body: 2-5/16" #1107 Dovetailed $165.38 $147.19 To slot 24.9" short 25.34" scale 16" radius 20 slots scale, see our #4915 #1056 Ebony, 2-1/2" x 18-3/4" x 15/64" ...... $48.84 Dual Fret Scale #1056-R Rosewood, 2-1/2" x 18-3/4" x 15/64" ...... $20.86 Template, page 14. Peghead Overlay Veneers Thickness-sanded to 3/32". Each Each, 6+ Slotted for 25" scale 12" radius 24 slots #0981 Indian rosewood, 3-1/2" x 7" $6.95 $6.25 Paul Reed #4655 Ebony, 2-3/8" x 19" x 15/64" ...... $45.90 #0991 Ebony, 3-1/2" x 7" ...... $15.24 $13.72 Smith® & #4655-R Rosewood, 2-3/8" x 19" x 15/64" ...... $21.81 #0983 Ebony, 4" x 8"...... $21.61 $19.45 Dobro® guitars #5479-R Rosewood, flat, 2-3/8" x 19" x 13/64" ...... $20.69 #5479-M Maple, flat, 2-3/8" x 19" x 13/64" ...... $14.89

Slotted for The radius progresses from 10" at the nut, to 13" at the 12th Fender guitar, fret, to 14-1/2" at the 22nd, for lower action and clean string Neck Blocks Machined to ft our necks compound bending. 16" bridge saddle radius recommended. Mahogany with 5/16"-diameter truss rod access hole. radius 25.5" scale 10" to 14.5" radius 24 slots + nut slot Machined to match the curvature of the guitar’s sides #1164 Ebony, 2-3/8" x 20-3/8" x 15/64" ...... $58.14 and back. #1164-R Rosewood, 2-3/8" x 20-3/8" x 15/64" ...... $27.78 Dovetail neck blocks with traditional “V” mortise joint. #1164-M Maple, 2-3/8" x 20-3/8" x 15/64" ...... $16.45 #1135 For #1105 14-fret neck; 3-3/4" x 2-3/4" x 1-5/16" Each #1137 For #1107 12-fret neck; 3-1/8" x 2-3/4" x 1-5/16" $16.25 Slotted for For F-style; supplied with non-tapered width. Can be cut Bolt-on neck blocks, mortised and drilled for neck bolts. Each, 3+ mandolin shorter in your shop for A-style mandolins. #1134 For #1104 14-fret neck; 3-3/4" x 2-3/4" x 1-5/16" per model 13-7/8" scale Flat nonradiused 29 slots #1133 For #1106 12-fret neck; 3-1/8" x 2-3/4" x 1-5/16" $13.81 #0762 Ebony, 1-15/16" x 12" x 13/64" ...... $26.36 #0762-R Rosewood, 1-15/16" x 12" x 13/64" ...... $15.27 Tailblocks Mahogany; machined to match the curvature of 13-7/8" scale Compound radius* 29 slots the joined guitar sides. Undrilled. Each Each, 3+ #2115 Ebony, 1-15/16" x 12" x 13/64" ...... $31.68 #1136 For Dreadnought; 4-3/4" x 3-1/8" x 3/4" $9.43 $8.02 *The playing surface radius progresses from 7-1/4" at the nut, to 10" at the 12th fret, #1138 For 0, 00 or 000 guitar; 4" x 3-1/8" x 3/4" $9.43 $8.02 to 12" at the 29th, for easy low-action playability. 13" bridge saddle radius recommended.

Slotted for 34" scale 16" radius 24 slots + nut slot Fender bass #1065 Ebony, 2-1/2" x 26" x 15/64" ...... $60.25 FREE online fret scale calculator #1065-R Rosewood, 2-1/2" x 26" x 15/64" ...... $33.14 Easy, accurate fret positions for custom scale lengths: Slotted for 26-3/16" scale Nonradiused (fat) 22 slots stewmac.com/fretcalculator 5-string banjo #0153 Ebony, 2" x 19-1/2" x 3/16" ...... $43.68 Non-tapered width. #0156 Rosewood, 2" x 19-1/2" x 3/16" ...... $18.95 Ebony is usually not uniformly black. Violin Machined ebony, 4/4 size. Stain is available for Fingerboard Each Each, 3+ darkening ebony Fret Slotting Miter Box, page 15 #0380 $19.30 $17.18 grain streaks. Smooth, accurate and efcient solution Page 41 for the small shop. A real time-saver.

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 77 Guitar Woods Acoustic Guitar Back & Side Acoustic Guitar Woods Sets Quartersawn wood The higher the grade, the more closely quartersawn. Higher grade soundboards are usu- ally stifer and less likely to deform under string tension. Grain straightness Higher sound board grades have straighter, more uniform grain due to slower wood growth, with more grain lines per inch. Bookmatched grade AAA. Grain run-out Our soundboards are sawn from split Soundboard Wood Sides are thickness-sanded to .095"-.100"; backs billets to reduce grain “run-out,” caused by a twist in the Bookmatched sets of two quartersawn halves, are .115"-.120". A back is a set of two halves for tree. Higher grade soundboards have less run-out, for thickness-sanded to .125"-.130", for joining and joining and profiling. A Dreadnought half is about more strength. profiling. Each Dreadnought half is approximately 8-1/2" x 21-5/8"; a small-guitar half is about 8" x Color Higher grades have more consistent color. 8-1/2" x 21"; each small-guitar half is approxi- 21". Sides are a set of two, rectangular and unbent. Origin and drying Our soundboards are from western mately 7-7/8" x 20-1/2". Set Set, 3+ A Dreadnought side is about 4-3/4" x 32-3/4". A small guitar side is about 4-1/4" x 32". North America, and have been kiln-dried and stored for Sitka spruce for Dreadnought guitar up to a year. #4661 Grade AAAA ...... $77.15 $68.66 Indian rosewood Higher grade wood is more closely Back and side sets #4662 Grade AAA ...... $44.10 $39.25 Set Set, 3+ quartersawn and slightly easier to bend, with more #4663 Grade AA ...... $22.06 $19.63 #4702 For Dreadnought uniform color and straighter grain. Our mahogany and Premium “bearclaw” grain: $181.79 $161.79 curly maple are kiln-dried; rosewood is air-dried. Back Master grade #4660-BC $101.88 $90.67 #4707 For small guitar and side sets are matched for color and grain. Grade AAAA #4661-BC $77.15 $68.66 $151.38 $134.73 Sitka spruce for small guitar #4666 Grade AAAA ...... $77.20 $68.71 Curly maple #4667 Grade AAA ...... $37.48 $33.36 for Dreadnought #4668 Grade AA ...... $18.75 $16.69 Set Set, 3+ Western red cedar for small guitar #4704 Grade AAA #4686 Grade AAAA ...... $46.81 $41.66 $99.03 $88.14 #4687 Grade AAA ...... $28.11 $25.02 #4705 Grade AA Small guitar woods are for building classical, #4688 Grade AA ...... $16.87 $15.01 parlor, 000-size and similar guitars. $49.52 $44.07 NEW Engelmann Spruce for Dreadnaught Check online at stewmac.com/wood Mahogany for

Wooden parts Wooden #8053 Grade AAAA ...... $115.38 — for limited-stock tonewoods! Dreadnought #8054 Grade AAA ...... $76.92 — Traditional South American.* NEW Engelmann Spruce for small guitar Set Set, 3+ #8065 Grade AAAA ...... $76.92 — #4712 $112.71 $100.31 #8066 Grade AAA ...... $38.46 — *Cannot be shipped outside the USA.

Humidity Gauges Excess dryness makes wood shrink and crack. High humidity swells wood, and Torrefed Soundboard Spruce can blush newly sprayed finishes. Hygrometers Guitarmakers choose Torrefied wood for its warm color, monitor humidity and Fahrenheit/Celsius tem- outstanding dimensional stability, and tone-producing perature. A must for your shop! qualities previously found only in well-aged vintage woods. In the Torrefaction process, the wood is heated StewMac in a special high-temperature, low-oxygen kiln to release the water and sap. Hygrometer/ Bookmatched sets of two quartersawn halves, thickness- Thermometer sanded to .125"-.130", for joining and profiling. Each Monitor your shop, wood Dreadnought half is approximately 8-1/2" x 21"; each storage area, guitar cab- small-guitar half is approximately 7-7/8" x 20-1/2". inet and finishing room. The big 4-1/4" diameter #4771 For Dreadnaught $57.69 Torrefed gauge is easy to read, and NEW #4775 For small guitar $48.08 uncarved guitar braces, page 79 the stand detaches for wall mounting. This traditional analog instrument Each Each, 3+ never needs batteries. #5814 $32.70 $29.10 NEW Torrefed Maple Blanks for Bolt-on Guitar & Bass Necks “Torrefied maple neck wood not only looks amazing under a finish, it guarantees Digital the most stable neck stock you could possibly use.” —Roger , luthier Humidity Our planed, unprofiled Torrefied blanks for bolt-on electric guitar Gauge and bass necks are flatsawn, and ready for bandsawing and shaping Compact monitor for your case or shop in your shop. Sizes listed below are approximate. Compact digital hygrometer/thermometer moni- For electric guitar 15/16" x 4" x 30" For bass 15/16" x 4" x 30" tors your guitar case as well as your shop. Stores #5142 Curly maple, grade AAAA $127.95 #5147 Curly maple, grade AAAA $180.95 minimum and maximum daily readouts, too. Ad- #5141 Curly maple, grade AAA ...... $79.95 #5146 Curly maple grade AAA ...... $110.95 justable LCD display. 3-1/2" long; battery included. #5140 Plain grain maple ...... $46.95 #5145 Plain grain maple ...... $62.95 Each Each, 3+ Guitar humidifer #5795 $30.63 $27.26 page 80 78 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Guitar Woods Accessories

Traditional Reverse Tall for acoustic guitars Short for solidbodies kerfng kerfng

Kerfed Guitar Linings We offer traditional angle-cut linings with kerfing that faces outward, and a newer radiused style with Curly reverse kerfing. The reverse style can add more stiffness to the sides, and a smoother appearance Maple Archtop inside the body. A Dreadnought guitar requires Back/Side Set eight strips. European curly maple set of two Self-adjusting bookmatched wedges, each approx. Traditional kerfed linings 23-1/2" x 1-1/4" x 8-1/2", for joining and carving an Rock-n-Roller Neck Rests 7/32" x 9/16" x 15-1/2" Each Each, 100+ arched top, plus two unbent matched sides, each Our contoured wooden cradles rock on your #1019 Mahogany $2.93 $2.55 approx. 34" x 3" x .095"-.100". #4511 Basswood $2.44 $2.12 Set Set, 3+ benchtop to hold any guitar or bass neck for #3931 Set, AAA ...... $252.59 $224.81 inspection or minor repairs. Sturdy support for Reverse kerfed linings #3931-S Sides only, AAA $48.08 $42.79 restringing, adjustments, minor fret work, clean- 7/32" x 5/8" x 16" Each Each, 100+ #3932 Set, AA ...... $169.60 $150.94 ing, nut slotting and other common jobs. Cork #4512 Mahogany $3.20 $2.78 #3932-S Sides only, AA ... $40.34 $35.90 linings help protect neck finishes. #4513 Basswood $2.63 $2.29 Uncarved #3737 Both sizes $41.45 Kerfed mandolin linings, page 88 Save $3.60 at stewmac.com Kerfng clamps, page 25 Guitar Braces Quartersawn stock, approx. #3728 5" height for acoustic guitars $24.70 20" x 2" x 3/4", for shaping #3722 3-3/4" height for solidbodies $20.35 your own braces. Deluxe Rock-n-Roller Neck Rests, page 24

Each Each, 10+ Wooden parts #4656 Sitka spruce ...... $5.99 $5.27 #4658 Western red cedar ...... $5.70 $5.02 #5819 Adirondack spruce ...$11.87 $10.45 #4657 Torrefied Sitka spruce $8.67 —

Shaped Brace Sets For Dreadnought Quartersawn spruce braces with bottom curvature for a Dreadnought guitar. Accurately shaped and sanded by machine to save you hours of work. Neck cradle The back braces include five cross-grain spruce Guitar is a handy center strips. Set Set, 3+ European Spruce Bench Rest storage box #4634 Soundboard and back set $39.56 $35.06 Scratch-free way to rest a guitar on your bench for #4632 Soundboard braces only $24.47 — Top Wood For Archtop Guitar adjustments or cleaning. An instant work surface #4633 Back braces only ...... $20.48 — From the former Yugoslavian region; prized tone- you can take on the road, too. The 18" x 29" x wood chosen for superior grain, stiffness-to-weight 1/4" non-skid soft pad rolls up easily, and the neck and tonal responsiveness. Bookmatched set of cradle box is padded to protect two wedges, each approx. 23-1/2" x 9" x 1-1/4", Each Each, 3+ guitar finishes. #1670 $42.42 $36.06 for joining and carving. Set Set, 3+ #3071 Grade-AAAA $242.65 $206.25 #3072 Grade-AAA .... $137.95 $117.26 #3073 Grade-AA ...... $110.95 $94.31 Snapz® “The service and quality of wood are the absolute finest. Bridge I depend on StewMac for all my archtop tops and backs.” Pin —Bob Benedetto, Savannah GA Puller String Swing® Soundboard Guitar Patching Wood Snap this rugged little plastic tool onto the head Hanger Thin 4" x 7" quarter sawn spruce of a bridge pin, slide the lock ring down for a firm for making crack repair patches. grip, and pull up the pin. No marring, no flyaway A great way to display your guitar or bass safely up Set of 3. pins. Patent pending. off the floor. The String Swing extends 5-1/2" from #1024 $7.32 #0202 $7.50 the wall, to hold acoustics, classicals or solidbodies. It features a strong, finish-friendly padded steel Bridge Plate Stock Bridge Pin Puller yoke that pivots to cradle a variety of headstock 4" x 8" x 1/8" maple for mak- Don’t use pliers on stubborn pins: this shapes. The handsome solid oak mounting block ing a bridge reinforcing plate simple little plastic tool works better, includes wall screws. #4307 $9.99 for the underside of a guitar and without damage. Each Each, 3+ sound board. #1121 $3.35 #0044 $2.08 $1.64

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Strings NEW SAVE! Order 12 sets per gauge Guitar Boomers® for electric guitar Roundwound nickel-plated steel. Quality maple #1382 Extra-light .009/.011/.016/.024w/.032w/.042w snack servers #1383 Custom-light .009/.011/.016/.026w/.036w/.046w 12 or more #1385 Light .010/.013/.017/.026w/.036w/.046w Set of same set #1386 Medium .011/.015/.018/.026w/.036w/.050w $6.25 $4.50

Phosphor Bronze for acoustic guitar Copper/tin/phosphor windings. The most popular GHS acoustics. #1411 Extra-light .011/.014/.022w/.030w/.038w/.050w #1412 Light .012/.016/.024w/.032w/.042w/.054w 12 or more #1413 True medium .013/.017/.024w/.032w/.042w/.056w Set of same set #1414 Standard medium .013/.017/.026w/.036w/.046w/.056w $9.60 $6.91 Guitar Cutting Boards Time to take a break from the Bass Boomers® for electric bass workbench and have some friends Roundwound nickel-plated. 38" winding fits Fender long scale. Set Set, 12+ #1403 4-string, medium .045w/.065w/.085w/.105w ...... $25.09 $18.06 over! Just for fun, serve your crackers and cheese on these quality maple cutting boards. They’re accurate scaled- La Classique® for classical guitar down guitar profiles, with all the details Nylon. Wound E, A, and D strings have nylon core. Set Set, 12+ laser engraved into the surface (the #1424 Med. high tension .028/.032/.040/.028w/.033w/.040w $10.94 $7.88 other side is unmarked). Available in single-cutaway or double-cutaway. #7700 Double cutaway Each #7701 Single cutaway Acoustic or electric slide guitar Semi-flat nickel wound. Set Set, 12+ Approximately 10-1/2" x 8" x 3/4". $29.00 #1441 G-tuning .016/.018/.028w/.036w/.046w/.056w $11.54 $8.31

Mandolin Loop-end, sets of 8. 12 or more #1430 Phosphor Bronze light .010/.015/.024w/.036w Set of same set #1431 Bobby Osborne Phosphor Bronze medium light $8.42 $6.06 .011/.016/.024w/.038w

5-string banjo 42" loop-end steel with stainless wound 4th. #1435 Regular light .009/.011/.013/.020w/.009 12 or more #1436 J.D. Crowe light .0095/.011/.012/.020w/.0095 Set of same set Accessories #1437 Sonny Osborne medium .011/.012/.013/.022w/.011 $4.87 $3.51 Solid ash Ukulele Black nylon, plain ends, sets of 4. Set Set, 12+ Great gifts! StewMac Stringwinder #1448 Soprano ukulele, A/E/C/G .025/.032/.036/.028 $3.83 $3.06 Our stringwinder turns with less ef- Tenor ukulele, A/E/C/G .028/.036/.035w/.032 #1449 $4.92 $3.94 Guitar Repair Parts Tray fort and fits practically any guitar These mini solidbodies are a great tuner knob. The 1/4" hex stem socket Dulcimer 42" loop-end with stainless wound G. Set Set, 12+ snaps out for use with your cordless #1447 Set of 4. .012/.012/.012/.020w ...... $4.24 $3.05 place to corral all those little screws, knobs, bridge pins and parts that need screwdriver—a labor saver in a busy to come off for repair jobs. Keys, picks, shop. There’s a handy notch for pulling Gauged single strings Plain unwound steel. bridge pins, too. Made of durable bright #1452 .009" ball-end #1455 .012" ball-end #1479 .010" loop-end jewelry and your business cards, too. Crafted from solid ash. Popular gifts red plastic so it won’t get lost on your #1453 .010" ball-end #1456 .013" ball-end Each 12 or more per gauge workbench or among your gig tools. #1454 .011" ball-end #1459 .016" ball-end $1.05 $0.92 for guitarists! Single cutaway Each Each, 6+ #0259 $3.99 $2.87 MORE strings! #0161 Small, 5-1/2" x 4-1/2" x 1" $11.95 String cutter Five-Star banjo strings, page 83 #0183 Large, 8" x 6-3/8" x 1-1/4" $17.95 page 29 StewMac mandolin strings, page 90 Double cutaway ® Super-Sensitive violin strings, page 91 #0162 Small, 6" x 4-1/4" x 1" ...... $11.95 #0184 Large, 9" x 6-3/8" x 1-1/4" $17.95 The Guitar Hanger Guitar Hangers get instruments Catch-all off the floor, and within easy reach. Cups Zap-It No more leaning unsafely or get- Downright EZ-Winder ting knocked over; no guitar stands handy in your A real time-saver for or bulky cases taking up space. shop! These metal utility cups are just guitar shops with lots of instruments Instruments are safely out of the right for holding screws, knobs and to restring. This durable plastic socket way, yet right at hand for repair small parts for repair jobs. Useful for has a 1/4" hex stem for your cordless work or playing. Each Each, 10+ mixing small amounts of stains and screwdriver. It fits most guitar tuning finishes for touch-ups, too. Made of #0898 $19.95 $17.56 Save space: store guitars knobs, for faster and easier restringing. Non-scratch swiveling neck in the closet, or hang them .016" steel; 1-7/8" diameter x 3/4" tall. Each Each, 3+ yoke holds any peghead from your workshop ceiling #0180 Set of 10 $3.95 #1993 $4.75 $3.75

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Peterson Snark® StroboPlus HD™ Clip-on Peterson’s most Tuners feature-packed Value- portable tuner packed! Tune practically any instrument to meet the demands Popular Snark® chromatic tuners feature super- of the performing precise accuracy and fast tuning response. Rubber- Planet Waves artist, with the most advanced portable Virtual NS Micro Headstock Tuner ™ padded spring-loaded jaws clip to the front or back Strobe model from Peterson. With chromatic of a headstock. The bright color LED display ad- D’Addario and designer Ned pres- tuning accuracy of 1/1000 semitone, over 90 pro- ent an affordable mini piezo tuner that clips on ™ justs to practically any convenient viewing angle. grammed Sweetened Tunings (adjusted tem- Easy to read on stage or in daylight. Auto-off helps the rear of the peghead. For your eyes only—the peraments) are optimized for specific stringed save battery life. Instructions and battery included. display won’t distract your audience. 360-degree instruments, keyboards, brass, woodwinds, and adjustment gives you the best view of the backlit Specifically more. Plug in or use the built-in mic; the high-res SN-5 Guitar, Bass & Violin Tuner LCD. This featherweight tuner is compact and tailored frequency range works with standard or lighted LCD screen and familiar strobe interface low profile, with battery-saving auto-off, 410- non-standard tunings. Popular and economical. make precise tuning easy. Create and store your 480Hz calibration, and visual metronome. Battery #0819 $11.95 own tuning presets in memory, and sync your tuner included. #0811 $22.50 online with downloadable PetersonConnect™ SN-8 All Instrument Tuner The advanced Super software. Includes rechargeable lithium battery, Tight™ model; works with any instrument. Pitch built-in speaker, tone generator, auto-off, threaded calibrates from 415 to 466Hz. Transposition mode ® tripod mount and swing-out stand for benchtop keeps things simple with a normal readout for capo- Rock Slide use. Optional upgrade to add metronome function- ing or dropped tunings. The built-in silent visual Glass Guitar Slides ality is available for purchase at Peterson’s website. metronome is great for practice sessions, too. A Built for speed and Accurate over the entire range of 16Hz to 8KHz. Automatic lot of tuner at a great price. #0820 $19.95 comfort! Tapered drop/capo transposition for all tunings. Concert A setting is interior, no-pinch adjustable from 390Hz to 490Hz. #5084 $146.14 knuckle cutaway, Banjo Adapter finger rest for control, for Snark® Tuner and flawless finish. Peterson An ingenious plastic 4mm wall thickness. adapter that fits on StroboClip™ Inside dia. Length Weight your banjo’s bracket World’s most #3955 Small 17.5mm 48.5mm 31 grams Each Accessories hooks to hold your #3956 Medium 19.5mm 60mm 48 grams advanced ® $24.00 Snark tuner against #3957 Large 21mm 63mm 52 grams clip-on tuner the instrument’s rim. The first clip-on #0812 Simply pull the tuner digital strobe tuner. $5.00 off its original clamp, Virtual Strobe™ and snap it onto the tech nology brings adapter. Fits standard 29 preset sweetened 24-bracket banjos. modes for tun- Won’t fit Son of Snark.™ ing practically any stringed instrument. (Sweetened tunings are subtle adjustments to equal temperament that make notes more harmonious.) User calibration lets you over- Son of Snark™ dub and play along with hard-to-tune instruments. Smallest, fastest Snark® Sustain Mode gives longer note viewing time for tuner for guitar & bass instruments with short sustain. This miniaturized miracle Planet Waves No wires, no mics. Tuning precision to 1/1000 clips to the back of your Acoustic Guitar Humidifer semitone is right there on your instrument, on an guitar headstock. It’s a fully An economical way to help prevent wood cracks easy-to-read digital display. The housing swivels in chromatic, super accurate in guitars stored under prolonged dry conditions. three dimensions for a clear view. Auto-sleep and tuner with a bright, easy to read color display: Suspended by the strings inside the body, the power-off help conserve battery life. red for flat, yellow for sharp, green when you’re in humidifier’s leak-resistant open-cell foam releases Tuning range C0 to B6; concert pitch range 400-490Hz. tune. Auto-dim/auto-off conserves power. Battery moisture slowly and evenly inside your guitar case. Battery and padded metal storage box included. and instructions included. #0818 $19.95 Just add water when needed. #1725 $77.77 Each Each, 3+ #0386 $12.54 $11.16

Fast Fret™ D’Addario Planet Waves NS Micro Violin Tuner The working guitarist’s friend A compact featherweight electronic tuner made specifically for since the ’70s. Non-staining liquid in violin and viola. The easy-to-read LCD display and fingertip a special applica tor that cleans and controls make tuning easy and accurate. Fast pitch response lubes strings and fretboards for fast, and a visual metronome are great for improving your playing, easy playability. Glides on, wipes off. too. Flip the padded lever-lock clamp for quick attachment No silicones to interfere with future and removal. 410-480Hz calibration range, with battery sav- refinishing. Each Each, 3+ ing auto on-off. Battery included. A Ned Steinberger design. #1490 $9.43 $8.02 #0813 $19.85

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3694 Unique solution Updated 3rd for soundboard 3695 generation model bellying ToneRite® Revolutionary As installed “play-in” in simulator Gorgomyte® The ToneRite® has made a dramatic difference in the tone Fretboard Conditioning Cloth of new instruments, and has helped to “wake up” vintage instruments that haven’t been played in years. Guitar tech Jimmy Johnson developed this popular —Eric Schoenberg, Schoenberg Guitars nonabrasive alternative to steel wool for clean- The ToneRite® has the guitar world buzzing! It’s ing and conditioning fretboards. The specially based on the observation that the more an acous- treated cloth removes dirt and oxidation, makes JLD Bridge Doctor tic instrument is played, the faster it reaches its frets shine, and leaves no residue. Used by more full sound potential (its “play-in” period). The big-name touring bands than any similar product. Screw mount This ingenious spruce device at- ToneRite’s Elastone™ feet apply direct vibration Original lemon oil formula. Each Each, 3+ taches beneath the bridge via an inlaid screw. An at controlled frequencies to simulate the effects #0201 $9.95 $8.86 adjustable pressure post rests against the tailblock, providing leverage to flatten of actual playing. Many players report increased the soundboard. Better bridge volume and dynamic range after using the device Polishing Cloth contact and alignment can between playing sessions. It fits between the Super-soft 12" x 14" all-cot- also enhance sound projection. strings of a guitar (up to 2-5/32" string spread), ton flannel, safe for all instru- rests against the bridge, and runs quietly. The ments and great for routine Each Each, 3+ manufacturer recommends an initial usage of 72 #3694 $22.50 $20.02 cleaning and polishing. hours, with subsequent usages to maintain and #1815 $1.99 Brass pin mount The pin-mounted version of further “open up” the instrument. the JLD Bridge Doctor attaches beneath the bridge #0480 For guitar, 110 volts AC ...... $149.00 using a threaded brass bridge pin. Strings mount #0481 For guitar, 220 volts AC ...... $169.00 horizontally through the tops Hardware for Cases and Amps of the matching brass bridge 1631 1634 pins (included). 1638 Each Each, 3+ #3695 $52.75 $46.95 1639 Molded black plastic Case hardware fits flush surfaces. Plate Mate

Accessories Quick fx for a 1648 worn bridge plate StewMac 1652 1651 1653 The Plate Mate helps guard Trade Secrets against the eventual wear Playing Cards of ball-end strings on the Nickel-plated steel. Rivets/screws not included. bridge plate holes beneath Card tricks for luthiers! Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ the soundboard. It can prevent costly bridge plate Our fun deck of 54 colorful #1631 Drawbolt, 2-3/4" $3.58 $3.11 $2.68 replacement. This simple .032" brass plate is held plastic-coated playing cards, featuring a handy #1634 Drawbolt, 2-1/2" $5.98 $5.20 $4.48 in place by the strings and the supplied adhesive repair tip from the Trade Secrets archives on the #1638 90-degree hinge $1.88 $1.71 $1.56 backing. Players have also noted enhanced tone face of each card. Clever time-saving tricks; a #1639 Case handle $3.95 $3.44 $2.96 #1651 Wrap-around corner cap, for cabinet and improved tuning stability after installation. unique gift idea, too. A good deal! Supplied in a cardboard tuck box. front with 3/4" panels $2.09 $1.82 $1.57 String spread #6900 $7.95 #1652 2-leg corner cap $1.21 $1.05 $0.91 #3633 2-1/8" Each #1653 3-leg corner cap $1.69 $1.47 $1.27 #3637 2-3/16" $24.18 #1648 Amp handle with Grover steel insert; 9-1/4" $5.62 $5.11 $4.66 Shubb Deluxe Ultra Capo Guitar Capo Ofset for better For steel strings playing comfort Big easy-to-grab handles Quick-locking cam Shop Apron and spring-tension lower action makes this one The luthier’s tuxedo! Made jaw are offset, allowing of the most popular capos of durable black poly cotton, extra room for your thumb ever. Simply adjust the pressure with waist ties, neck strap, and behind the neck. Easy on, easy with the thumbscrew, and flip the StewMac logo. The pocket is to move, easy off. Made of strong featherweight hinged bottom lever for fast repositioning. The positioned to keep your tools aluminum, curved for steel-string guitars, with Shubb Deluxe capo is crafted of stainless steel and from spilling out. length; stage-friendly non-glare surface. 2-1/8" upper pad. features smooth roller action. The rubber sleeve one size fits all. Silver and radiused bar are designed for firm clamping #4564-S Each #1139 $16.25 #4564-B Black without tuning distortion. Each Each, 3+ $12.99 #4564-R Red #4571 $28.39 $25.27 Each Each, 3+ #0054 Replacement sleeve $0.98 $0.87

82 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Banjo Supplies 0432 Curly Maple 5-string Necks Banjo These handsome Heads flame-grain necks are machined and Banjo Heads The look of ready for final shap- Famous for Patented design calfskin, without ing, sanding and extra strength locks .0075" plastic the shrinkage finishing. The heel into a special 2-piece under tension Elite banjo heads profile and peg- 0433 mounting hoop, for feature modern materials with head handstop are clear, crisp tone and the appearance of calfskin, for a warm old-time shaped, and upper extra strength under tension—there’s no epoxy sound. They’re a popular and practical alternative: surfaces are sanded to fail or pull loose. 11"-diameter Five-Star heads no shrinkage or stretching due to humidity. See flat. A 7/32" x 7/16" fit both flat head and archtop tone rings. Choosing the right size banjo head, below. slot has been cut to fit our #2552 Left: Standard heads Original Elite Bonded textured surface and a deep, Hot Rod® truss rod are epoxied. warm sound. Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ (page 74). Width at the nut is 1-3/16". The 5th Right: Five-Star heads #0500-H 11" high crown $19.28 $16.77 $14.46 are locked in a 2-piece string peghole is not drilled; fretboard and peghead non-slip hoop. Elite Amber More “snap” for old-time playing and veneer not included. #0432 has a classic bluegrass more depth for bluegrass. A bit brighter sound than peghead with 3/8"-dia meter pegholes. #0433 has #0100 Frosted White top-frosted; full tone the original Elite, but warmer than a standard plas- an undrilled 3-3/4" x 7" peghead you can bandsaw #0100-W Smooth white Unfrosted; bright tone tic head. Resembles antique translucent calfskin. to any old-time shape. #0100-C Clear Transparent; bright tone Each Each, 3+ Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ Each, 6+ Each, 12+ #0498-L 11" low crown $17.96 $15.63 $13.47 Bluegrass neck Fits our 11" Bluegrass banjo pot. Each per model+ per model 11" high crown #0432 $159.94 $135.95 $21.94 $19.09 $16.45 #0498-H $17.96 $15.63 $13.47 #0499-H 12" high crown $19.39 $16.87 $14.54 Old-time neck Fits our 11" Old-time banjo pot. #0433 $139.65 $118.70 Unmounted Peghead Overlay Veneers 3-1/2" x 7" x 3/32". Calfskin Head Each Each, 6+ High quality genuine #0981 Rosewood $6.95 $6.25 calfskin, unmatched #0991 Ebony $15.24 $13.72 for that authentic Banjo fngerboards, page 77 old-time banjo tone. ™ Unmounted, to fit rims Weatherking Banjo Heads Curly Maple Vintage The original and still popular plastic heads. They up to 12" in diameter. tapered solved the problem of stretching and shrinking due Photo-illustrated mounting Resonator sidewall instructions included. to humidity, common to skin heads, giving the in- Each Each, 3+ Each, 10+ Vintage-style construction. strument a brighter, crisper tone. Epoxy-mounted #0522 $26.15 $22.49 $19.09 The 3 -ply side-wall has Mylar® with white top-frosted surface. See Choosing Mounting instructions also available online at stewmac.com a tapered inner surface, and the arched back has the right size banjo head, at right. Banjo a beautiful one-piece curly 11" medium crown #1100-M Each, 3+ Each, 6+ maple veneer. Outside diameter is 13-5/8"; sidewall #1100-H 11" high crown Each per size per size Choosing the right size banjo head height is 1-5/8". The outer sidewall is routed for $17.42 $15.50 $14.11 Measure your banjo for the correct head dia meter: .060" x 1/4" bindings. Our resonator fits a 13-1/8" #1012-H 10-3/4" high crown Your banjo’s rim may be slightly out of round, so take diameter resonator flange and is ready for binding, #1014-H 10-7/8" high crown Each, 3+ Each, 6+ at least three dia meter measurements at different neck-notching and finishing in your shop. Each per size per size points on the outside of the banjo’s tone ring or rim $20.19 $17.97 $16.35 Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ top. Use the average diameter to the nearest 1/16" #0606 $196.11 $182.38 $166.69 to order the correct size. Most modern banjos use an Banjo Bracket Wrenches 11"-diameter head. 3-ply Maple Nickel-plated steel hex wrenches Choose the correct crown height: [Weatherking and Elite heads] Crown height is the vertical distance from Rim Blank for installing and tightening the top of the head’s mounting band to the top surface High quality 1930s-style banjo heads. $5.94 each of the head. A banjo with a fathead tone ring (or a fat- rim for superior strength #0850 For 5/16" nuts topped banjo) requires a high or med ium crown head. and traditional tone. Un- #0852 For 1/4" (Gibson size) nuts A banjo with an archtop tone ring requires a low crown drilled and oversize for lathe-turning in your shop, head. The correct crown height ensures that the banjo’s to fit an 11"-diameter tone ring with 1-piece tension hoop won’t pull down too far, nor be so high as to impede the strings. resonator flange or bracket shoes. Approximately 11-3/16" diameter, 7/8" thick and 2-3/4" deep. Plies are 1/4", 9/32" and 11/32", inside to outside. Banjo Strings Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ Loop-end nickel-steel alloy #0923 $89.47 $83.21 $76.05 with nickel-wound 4th string, for balanced feel with easy playability. Mastertone #0140 Light 5-string .009/.010/.013/.020w/.009 Banjo Plan #0142 Medium 5-string .010/.012/.014/.021w/.010 Full-size with detailed #0145 Tenor banjo 12 or more 36 or more Banjo nut blanks, page 5 specifcations, page 94 .009/.013/.022w/.030w Set of same set of same set White bone • Vintage-style bone $5.92 $5.03 $4.14 Mother-of-pearl • 5th string nut

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 83 Banjo Supplies Banjo Pots Notched Bluegrass tone rings Unsurpassed for solid traditional tone and volume. Measure the tone ring with a dial caliper before lathe- Tension Grooved turning your wood rim. Full specs at stewmac.com Hoops Sturdy pre-war design. Nickel-plated brass; 3/16" thick x 9/16" tall. Notched for 24-hook Mastertone spacing (uses Cross- Pro components with the quality that banjomakers section round hooks), or grooved to fit any hook spacing have come to expect from us for over 40 years. Our (uses flat hooks). Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ Flathead pots include a high quality 3-ply maple rim ready #0250 Notched, 11" dia. $49.82 $46.33 $42.35 Tone Ring for finishing, 24-notch brass tension hoop, bracket #0235 Grooved, 11" dia. $48.95 $45.52 $41.61 hooks with nuts, and bracket wrench. All metal Mastertone-style 20-hole bluegrass tone ring ma- #0236 Grooved, 12" dia. $52.99 $49.28 $45.04 parts are nickel-plated. Banjo head not included. chined from bronze alloy. Deep crisp tone at lower frets; great clarity at higher positions. 11" diameter. Bluegrass Clear and powerful professional tone. 3686 3687 Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ Traditional one-piece zinc flange and bronze alloy -stick #0822 Nickel $269.69 $250.81 $229.24 Five-Star flathead tone ring are fitted to the rim. This pot fits our #0432 Bluegrass banjo neck. Hardware Authentic 40-hole For old-time 3690 #0931 $503.62 Save $88.87 “dowel-stick” Old-time Traditional warm, clear tone for old- neck-to-rim attachment. The 3-piece neck brace Cross- time playing styles. Our Whyte Laydie tone ring tightens the neck to the rim. The endbolt fastens section is fitted to the rim (3/4" wall thickness). Bracket the dowel stick to the rim, and holds the tailpiece. shoes and bolts included. This pot fits our #0433 Archtop The ferrule Old-time banjo neck. fits over the Tone Ring #0910 $355.23 Save $62.69 end of the Original style 40-hole raised inner edge for a dowel stick. piercing tone—the Stanley bluegrass sound. All hardware Machined bronze alloy with 11"-dia meter Mas- is nickel- tertone dimensions. Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ plated. #0804 Nickel $286.40 $266.35 $243.44 0280 Each Each, 3+ 0271 #3686 Brace $33.48 $29.80 #3687 Ferrule $6.78 $6.03 Old-time tone rings Rim Rod Sets #3690 Endbolt $5.61 $4.99 Rim rods attach the neck and stabilize the rim. Brass, with neck bolts and tailpiece bracket. Round Shubb 5th Cross-section Dual rod set for our Bluegrass banjo pot or other String Capo Rod 1/4" Mastertone-style rim with 1-piece flange. Tone Ring Set Set, 3+ Set, 6+ Unplated brass hoop, 1/4" round cross-section, that #0280 Nickel $25.56 $22.75 $20.70 sits on top of the banjo rim. Lays flat for consistent Single rod set for our Old-time banjo pot or Shubb’s precision-machined adjustable string head tensioning. Traditional old-time tone. other 11"-dia meter rim that uses bracket shoes. pressure lever helps minimize retuning between Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ Set Set, 3+ Set, 6+ key changes. The dove tailed slide bar fits snugly

Banjo #0242 11" diameter $33.34 $29.67 $27.01 #0271 Nickel $18.16 $16.16 $14.71 against the neck, out of the way of your thumb. #0243 12" diameter $35.56 $31.65 $28.80 Works from the 6th to 13th frets. Each Each, 3+ #0042 Nickel-plated brass $41.85 $37.25 Resonator

Cross-section Flange Rolled 1/4" x 9/16" Mastertone- 5th String Capo Spikes Brass style one-piece Mini spikes for 5th string Tone Ring cast zinc alloy; capoing. Our #1180 13-1/8" outside dia- bit is recommended for Unplated brass “tone hoop” fits a routed or lathe- meter and 24-hook spacing. Designed to fit a installation (page 32). turned ledge on an 11"-dia. banjo rim. Crisp tone matching turned ledge on the banjo’s rim. Will not Package of 15 for old-time playing. #5307 $1.29 Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ fit a straight-sided rim. Each Each, 3+ #0234 11" diameter $36.89 $32.83 $29.88 #0995 Nickel $85.97 $79.95 #0214 12" diameter $46.30 $41.21 $37.50 0721 0722 Neck Attachment Bolt & Nut Bacon FF 10-24 thread. 2-1/2" bolt is unplated steel. 5/16" Cross- Tone Ring hex nut is unplated brass. Each Each, 12+ section Cross- Whyte Round steel section #0721 Neck bolt $0.39 $0.34 Laydie hoop with #0722 Neck nut $0.98 $0.86 Tone Ring the distinctive Clear, rich old-time sound. Round steel hoop with dished spun-brass Build a banjo scalloped brass ring, inside a spun-brass sleeve. 11" sleeve originally used on Bacon model FF internal- Parts lists are online at dia meter (full specs at stewmac.com). resonator banjos. Gives open-back instruments stewmac.com/banjo Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ bright, rich overtones. 11" diameter (full specs at We have the parts you need! #0815 Nickel $122.62 $109.13 $99.32 stewmac.com). #0817 Nickel $122.72

84 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Banjo 0266 Bridges Each Tuning Pegs $3.43 Maple with notched ebony top. Height Each, 6+ banjo tuning pegs 5-string bridges #0265 5-string, 1/2" per model have 1-11/16" #0266 5-string, 5/8" $2.81 Inspired by the unique tuning pegs string spread. #0264 5-string, 3/4" Each, 12+ used on prewar Gibson® Florentine, 4-string is 1-3/8". #0277 5-string, 11/16" per model Bella Voce and Granada banjos, and #0272 4-string, 5/8" $2.37 on Martin OM acoustic guitars.

The best of vintage design and modern craftsmanship. Waverly’s distinctive machined (This side faces the tailpiece) brass “2-Band” offset gear case Compensated 5-string Bridge and grained ivoroid knob will The most famous name in banjo pegs. Adjusted scale lengths improve intonation for bring a handsome vintage touch Exclusively from Stewart-MacDonald; capoing and playing up the neck. Maple with to your banjo. The brass string for over 35 years chosen by players and notched ebony top. 5/8" height; 1-11/16" string post has the original taper for banjomakers for quality and reliable spread. Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ proper string angle over the nut, tuning. Five-Star pegs feature #0270 $5.41 $4.92 $4.49 and the threaded hex bushing D B traditional 4:1 planetary gears, has a tapered washer to help machined brass housings and protect the peghead finish. shafts, sealed lubrication, adjust- A able knob tension, pearle scent Smoother than the originals, thanks C to 4:1 planetary gears, sealed lubrica- plastic knobs, and threaded hex Banjo Armrest tion, low-friction bushings, internal peghead bushings. Our sturdy original-style armrest is made of tension spring, leather knob washer For 7/16" to 3/4" peghead thickness. polished one-piece nickel-plated brass. The and adjustable knob tension. 3/8"-diameter pegholes required. bracket hook notches have 1-1/2" spacing, to fit a 24-bracket Mastertone-style banjo. Mounting bolt Set of 4 Set Set, 3+ B For 7/16" to and bar included. Each Each, 3+ D inch mm #5014 Nickel $79.75 $70.98 A .928" 23.6 3/4" peghead inch mm #1002 $32.37 $27.51 B .417" 10.6 A .928" 23.6 #5014-G Gold $107.85 $95.99 C .375" 9.5 thickness. B .417" 10.6 D .040" 1.0 3/8"-dia. C .375" 9.5 pegholes D .040" 1.0 Vega-style A required. Armrest C Set of 4 Set Set, 3+ Old-time armrest fits a 24 or 28-bracket banjo with #3290 Nickel $99.50 $88.55 an 11"-dia meter rim, or a Vega-style 10-15/16" dia- #3292 Gold $134.50 $119.70 5th String Peg meter rim. Secured by the banjo’s bracket hooks. Nickel-plated brass. Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ stewmac.com/waverly 14:1 gear ratio with string B C post. Pearlescent knob #1004 $13.91 $12.38 $11.27 matches our Five-Star pegs. Tapered peghole required. A Grover Champion inch mm Each Each, 3+ A .390" 9.9 Friction Banjo Pegs #0033 Nickel $13.25 $11.79 B .384" 9.8 C .332" 8.4

Non-geared pegs for 1/2" to 11/16" peg- Banjo #0033-G Gold $18.85 $16.78 head thicknesses and 11/32"-diameter Planetary pegholes. The knob screw adjusts the 5th String Peg tension. Nickel-plated brass with black plastic knobs. Waverly’s unique design Set Set, 3+ Set, 6+ elim inates a right-angle #0177 Set of 4 $27.65 $25.71 $23.50 string post, for a compact size that complements Our replacement knobs will not fit these pegs. 0095 3305 3309 3308 vintage-style banjos. The machined brass “2-Band” gear case, 4:1 planetary gearing, sealed lubrication Replacement Banjo Peg Knobs and grained ivoroid knob match Waverly pegs. For Waverly, Five-Star and other banjo peg shafts Economy Banjo Tuners A low-cost alternative set Tapered peghole required. with two flat and two curved sides. Each Each, 10+ Each Each, 3+ for a banjo with a simple #3452 Nickel $33.55 $29.86 #0095 Pearlescent plastic $0.88 $0.66 peghead shape. Four #3452-G Gold $39.75 $35.38 #3305 Ivoroid Galalith ..$3.98 $2.98 #3309 Ebony ...... $3.98 $2.98 open-gear 14:1 guitar- C D inch mm A .200" 5.1 #3308 Amber plastic ...... $3.98 $2.98 style tuners with screws B .400" 10.2 and bushings for 3/8"-diameter pegholes. C .392" 10.0 Shaft hole B D .326" 8.3 detail The non-geared friction 5th peg has a tension A screw. Pearloid plastic knobs. Set Set, 3+ #5017 Set of 5, nickel $15.68 $13.96 Our replacement knobs will not fit these tuners.

Friction 5th String Peg The A Old-time non-geared peg with right inch mm 5th String tool for B J A .625" 15.8 “antique white” plastic knob. B .480" 12.2 The knob screw adjusts the tension. Peghole the job! C D K C .270" 6.9 D 1.080" 27.4 Tapered peghole required. Reamer E 1.650" 41.9 F .627" 15.9 B C An indispensable banjo makers’ tool. The 1/2" to E #0031 Nickel inch mm L G .422" 10.7 A .388" 9.9 21/64" taper lets you match a 5th string peghole to F H .312" 7.9 F Each Each, 3+ B .376" 9.6 J .475" 12.1 the tuning peg for a trouble-free fit. High quality K .394" 10.0 $7.87 $6.22 C .312" 7.9 H A fluted steel. L 1.045" 26.5 #0618 $26.15 G M .236" 6.0

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0096 The ukulele is enjoying a renaissance in craftsmanship, Bracket Hooks & Hex Nuts 0087 and Waverly’s reliably smooth, 0985 Presto 0965 Adjustable Brass nuts and 2-1/2" steel hooks, 8-26 thread, precise tuning is now available for artist-quality ukes, nickel (round hook fits notched tension hoop; flat too. These superb tuners have shorter string posts for solid pegheads up to 9/16" thick, and press-fit bush- hook fits grooved hoop). Each, Each, Each 100+ 1000+ ings for 21/64"-diameter pegholes. Nickel-plated, set #0088 Round hook $0.69 $0.59 $0.48 of 2-left/2-right with screws. #0096 Flat hook $1.07 $0.91 $0.75 Play in tune, stay in tune. 0902 Clamshell #0085 1/4" hex nut $0.98 $0.83 $0.69 Waverly’s proven design eliminates looseness, for 0651 Non-adjustable #0087 5/16" hex nut $1.26 $1.07 $0.88 more efficient tuning. Stainless steel and bronze alloy Banjo Tailpieces Bracket wrenches, page 83 16:1 gears give longer life and less wear. Waverly is chosen by top luthiers for their best instruments. All tailpieces include attachment bolt and nut Knobs Set Set, 3+ Set, 6+ Kershner Machined brass with string tension L-Shoe Bracket #4080 Koa $93.00 $86.49 $79.05 screw, alignment screws and front notches for easy Holds a bracket hook on a 3/4"-thick #4081 Ebony $93.00 $86.49 $79.05 string changing. Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ wood banjo rim. Die-cast, nickel-plated. inch mm A A .328" 8.3 #0916 Nickel $36.58 $34.02 $31.09 Includes 12-24 thread stainless steel hex bolt and B .357" 9.1 E G C .236" 6.0 washer. Each Each, 24+ Each, 48+ B D H J For trad itional Scruggs bluegrass sound. C D .800" 20.3 Presto #0905 $2.97 $2.79 $2.58 E 1.010" 25.7 Brass, with hinged string cover. F .630" 16.0 G .270" 6.9 Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ F H 1.000" 25.4 #0985 Nickel $24.98 $23.23 $21.23 Resonator Hardware J 1.315" 33.4 0952 Mastertone style, nickel-plated. No Knot Brass, non-adjustable. A favorite for Brass thumbscrew and wall lug old-time open-back banjos. Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ 0951 are 10-32 thread; lug attaches #0917 Nickel $10.68 $9.51 $8.65 to the inner side wall of the resonator. The steel bracket Adjustable String tension screw and front notches attaches to a wooden banjo rim 0953 for fast string changes. Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ with two mounting screws. #0965 Nickel $28.55 $25.41 $23.13 Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ #0952 Thumbscrew...... $4.10 $3.73 $3.40 Clamshell Brass, with string tension screw and #0953 Wall lug ...... $2.98 $2.71 $2.47 hinged cover. Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ #0951 Bracket ...... $4.09 $3.72 $3.39 #0902 Nickel $32.40 $28.84 $26.24 #0956 Bracket screw ...... $0.28 $0.25 $0.23 #0960 Set of thumbscrews, brackets, wall lugs Vintage-style Banjo / Ukulele Non-adjustable As basic as it gets! One-piece (4 each) with screws Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ Ukulele 4083 4084 stamped steel. Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ $42.36 $38.55 $35.16 Friction Pegs #0651 Nickel $6.73 $5.45 $4.85 T-Brackets This elegantly innovative design tuned many fine ukes in the early 1900s. The knob screw adjusts Tailpiece Bracket 0104 Nickel-plated brass. For attachment between two the tension; an internal spring provides smooth- Gibson® style, fits over the rim rod. bracket nuts beneath the ness and slip-resistance unmatched by other Nickel-plated steel. A F non-geared tuners. 0124 resonator flange. D inch mm Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ A .218" 5.5 Precision-machined Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ E B .375" 9.5 #0955 $2.97 $2.70 $2.47 C .500" 12.7 Waverly quality, with #0124 Resonator bracket $5.99 $5.45 $4.97 B D .220" 5.6 a handsome authentic #0104 Tailpiece bracket $5.99 $5.45 $4.97 G E .180" 4.6 F .355" 9.0 vintage look. Nickel- G .160" 4.1 H H .375" 9.5 plated brass; set of 4. ZerO Glide Nut Knobs Set Set, 3+ Set, 6+ Pre-slotted with “zero fret” for C #4083 Koa .... $44.95 $40.01 $36.41 uniform string heights, with Balanced #4084 Ebony $44.95 $40.01 $36.41 reduced drag for easy tuning. support! 7/32" to 1/4" peghole dia. required, and peghead thick- Genuine bone, for direct ness from 5/16" to 9/16". Pegholes should be chamfered. replacement without altering Cradle Countersink For 60˚ peg hole chamfering. the banjo. The hardened fret Banjo Strap 7/16"-dia. high-speed steel, with 3/16"-dia. is offset for precise intonation The ends of the Cradle x 3/16" points. at the front edge of the nut. strap tie together beneath the banjo hooks on the #1694 $8.45 Instructions included; trimming may be required. underside of the instrument’s rim, for balanced support. Top-grain tan cowhide, with comfort- String Spread 1" Length 1-29/64" Thickness 15/64" Ukulele Kit able 2-1/2" wide sheepskin-like shoulder pad. No #7030-B $30.00 ZerO Glide Guitar metal parts! Traditional woods for Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ good tone. A great kit Nuts, page 7 #0300 $47.55 $38.52 $34.24 for beginners! Page 98 86 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Resonator 5794 Grover Guitar Ukulele Tuners Supplies Economical tuners featuring stamped baseplates and short 5798 / 5799 string posts to fit ukes. Sets of 4 (2-left/2-right) with screws. 14:1 ratio • Press-ft bushings • Plastic knobs • 11/32"-dia- Replogle Resonator Cones meter pegholes required Set Set, 3+ Featuring a special aluminum alloy that hardens #0434 Nickel, white knobs $13.68 $12.18 after spinning, Mike Replogle's handmade cones #0434-G Gold, white knobs $24.41 $21.72 have been chosen as original equipment in many #0435 Nickel, black knobs $13.68 $12.18 American guitars since the 1990s. A great way to #0435-G Gold, black knobs $24.41 $21.72 hot-rod your own guitar! #5794 includes tension With long string posts for thicker pegheads. screw. #5794 For spider bridge, 10-9/16" #0436 Nickel, metal knobs $13.68 $12.18 #5825 For biscuit bridge, 9-1/2" Each 5797 #0436-G Gold, metal knobs $24.41 $21.72 #5826 For biscuit bridge, 10-1/2" $59.95 #0434 #4039 Replacement tension screw #0435 inch mm A .236" 6.0 5796 for spider cone, 4-40 thread x 1-1/4" $0.80 B B .826" 21.0 A C E F C .638" 16.2 D .664" 16.9 Beard Resonator Cones E .920" 23.4 F 1.294" 32.9 The same individually hand-spun aluminum alloy #0436 inch mm D B .985" 25.0 cones that give Paul Beard’s renowned resonator C .787" 20.0 guitars powerful depth and brilliant treble. #5796 for spider bridge includes tension screw. 0844 1005 #5796 For spider bridge, 10-9/16" Each #5797 For biscuit bridge, 9-1/2" $61.25 Replogle Spider Bridges Beard Original Hand-adjusted • Original or modern alloys ™ The legs are hand-arched to optimize contact #14 Spider Bridge on the guitar’s resonator cone for best tone and Handcrafted from the same Ukulele Bridges volume. 9-1/4" diameter, with 1/8"-wide saddle pattern and casting process slot. Available in original 1930s-style #14 cast Machined rosewood bridges for tenor ukulele. as the ’30s Dobro #14 spider, Simply shorten the wings for use on a soprano uke. aluminum alloy for traditional sound, or in a more with authentic aluminum rigid modern alloy often preferred for brighter The standard bridge’s string tie block is available alloy for great sound. 9-1/4" drilled for 1-5/8" string spread, or undrilled for cus- projection. Each dia meter; .120" saddle slot. #1668 Original alloy $54.95 tom spacing in your shop. A bone saddle blank is Saddle and screw not included. #1655 $55.00 #1669 Modern alloy $59.95 included (trimming required). The deluxe bridge’s undrilled tie block has handsome white binding to Coverplate for resist string wear. Fitted with a shaped bone saddle. Spider Bridge Replogle Saddles for Standard Each Each, 3+ Each, 10+ One-piece chrome-plated Spider Bridge #0844 Drilled ...... $8.98 $7.72 $6.56 steel with classic 1920s-style Available as blanks, or with #0845 Undrilled ...... $8.78 $7.55 $6.41 fan soundhole pattern. 11- compensated top for improved Deluxe Each Each, 3+ Each, 10+ 3/32" diameter. intonation. 2-5/8" x 3/4" x #1005 Undrilled $17.50 $15.05 $12.77 Each Each, 3+ #1658 $59.95 $50.96 1/8". Split versions have ebony 5/64" drill bit recommended. 12 mounting screw holes. beneath the wound strings See #4036 screws (lower right). A #0844 #1005 only, for balanced tone and inch mm inch mm A 4.10" 104.1 A 4.340" 110.2 volume. Resonator guitar/ D B C B .544" 13.8 B .725" 18.4 Soundhole Screens C .118" 3.0 C .118" 3.0 #4796 Blank $4.00 1-piece maple Ukulele D .836" 21.2 D .974" 24.7 For spider-bridge guitar. Chrome, F #4797 Compensated $11.50 E .345" 8.8 E .320" 8.1 2-17/64" outside diameter; 1-55/64" F 1.614" 41.0 F — — #4798 Blank $11.50 G G 2.325" 59.1 G 2.090" 53.1 inside diameter. Set of 2. Split ebony/maple E Set Set, 3+ #4799 Compensated $19.00 #1529 $12.22 $10.88

Grover Ukulele Friction Pegs Biscuit-bridge guitar hardware Non-geared pegs with tension screws and press-fit bushings. “Antique white” plastic 1657 Coverplate screws Nickel, package of 12. knobs. Set of 4. Coverplate 5/16"-dia . pegholes required. #4036 For wooden body Pkg. Set Set, 3+ Set, 6+ 4330 #5495 For metal body $1.99 #0176 Nickel $20.34 $18.92 $17.29 Biscuit bridge inch mm A E A .372" 9.5 Resonator Cone Traditional 9-1/2"-diameter B .180" 4.6 C .375" 9.5 min. spun aluminum for authentic sound. 1" height. .500" 12.7 max. 1534 Each Each, 3+ B D .320" 8.1 D E .191" 4.9 Resonator cone C #1534 $28.63 $24.34 Coverplate Sturdy chrome-plated steel with Biscuit Bridge traditional diamond soundhole pattern. 10-1/16" Black-finished maple with 19/32"- diameter. The handrest is removable for access to tall saddle. 55/64" overall height; the guitar’s saddle and biscuit bridge. 2-11/32" diameter. Trimming and slotting required. 9 mounting screw holes. Each Each, 3+ Each Each, 3+ #1657 $49.95 $42.46 #4330 $13.99 $11.05

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 87 Mandolin Supplies Resonator Guitar Supplies Resonator Guitar Tailpiece Randy Wood The traditional de- Learn with a master! Vintage-style Bridge sign used for decades A fine ebony Loar-style bridge with compensated How to Build a on spider-bridge and unslotted top, 3/8" silver or gold-plated wheels, biscuit-bridge instruments. Extends Carved-Top and 1921 patent date stamped 4-1/2" over the top of the guitar. Strap button Mandolin on the base. 7/8" minimum required (see page 72). Chrome-plated steel. DVD with height; allen-adjustable posts. Don MacRostie Each Each, 3+ Each, 3+ #1533 $12.25 $10.90 Page 96 #0755 Silver Each per model Archtop bridge ftting jig, page 30 #0755-G Gold $49.95 $44.46 Solid A stainless B inch mm NEW ZerO Glide Nut A 2.590" 65.8 steel C B 1.851" 47.0 Pre-slotted with zero fret C .500" 12.7 Shubb-Pearse Guitar Steel D D .490" 12.4 for uniform string heights, E 4.500" 114.3 Shubb’s popular Model 2 steel, featuring cutaway with reduced drag for easy E F .340" 8.6 G 2.275" 57.8 ends for improved control and easier movement tuning. Genuine bone, for F across the strings. Machined from solid stainless direct replacement without altering the mandolin. G steel, for smooth action and extra mass that brings Instructions included; trimming may be required. This side faces tailpiece out great tone. Each Each, 3+ String Spread 61/64" Length 1-17/64" Thickness 15/64" #3954 $29.26 $27.21 #7030-MA $30.00 Beard Original Capo For squareneck guitars Archtop Mandolin Bridge Mandolin Beard’s Fine polished ebony with unslotted compensated Tuner Drill Jig popular original top. 13/16" minimum height. Available with posts Misaligned pegholes are a common cause of tun- brass design features a and 15/32" wheels in nickel, gold, or black to ing stiffness, inaccuracy, and premature gear wear. string muting pad and complement any hardware. Our steel drill jig for 1/4"-dia meter pegholes spaces a bone leading edge for Posts/wheels Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ them correctly and keeps your hand drill accurately clean, clear tone with #0767 Nickel $24.10 $21.45 $19.52 aligned. Works for Waverly, Golden Age, Schaller, no buzz or rattle. One- #0767-B Black $27.42 $24.40 $22.21 Gotoh and Grover tuners with standard 29/32" #0767-G Gold $29.37 $26.14 $23.79 hand operation, with string post spacing. #5008 $30.65 A thumbscrew-adjust- B inch mm Each Each, 3+ able string pressure. C A 2.600" 66.0 Bridge Thumbwheel Set B 1.750" 44.4 2-1/2" width. #3171 $46.99 $39.94 C .450" 11.4 An authentic touch for your man- D D .450" 11.4 E 4.400" 111.8 dolin bridge. Vintage-look 3/8" E F .350" 8.9 knurled bridge thumbwheels with 5/8" slotted posts G 2.275" 57.8 F Saddle Blank and 5-40 SAE thread. Set Set, 6+ G for Spider Bridge This side faces tailpiece #0732 Nickel, set of 2 $4.15 $3.53 Maple with full ebony top, 2-3/4" x 7/8" x 1/8". Untrimmed Each Each, 3+ Mandolin Makers Woods and unslotted. #4800 $6.49 $6.04 Mandolin Top & Back Wood Bone nut blank for making a raised nut, page 5 0709 Fine quality quartersawn bookmatched sets, sized for joining and

Mandolin Grover 0704 carving an F-style or A-style top and back. The Sitka spruce top wood is billet-cut and the curly maple Resonator guitar / Resonator “Perfect” Guitar NEW Set Set, 3+ Extension Nut back wood is wedge-cut. #0704 Sitka spruce $45.91 $40.86 Designed to fit over a #0709 Curly maple $68.85 $61.28 standard 6-string nut, this extension raises your strings to allow playing Tone Bars & Kerfed Linings with a steel bar, Dobro- Tone bars are 10-1/2" x 5/8" x 1/4" style. This simple, non- quartersawn Sitka spruce; final shaping permant mod won't throw Set Set, 3+ is required. The 15-1/2" x 7/32" x 3/8" Tone bars, set of 2 ...... your guitar out of tune. #4995 $8.95 #0719 $4.20 $3.32 basswood lining strips are angle-cut Each Each, 100+ and kerfed for easy bending. #4093 Kerfed lining, per strip $2.10 $1.83 Extension Nut Raise your strings for steel guitar playing, without Ebony Peghead Veneer Curly Maple Neck Stock replacing the original Flame-grained hard maple rectangular 4" x 8" x 3/32" ebony veneer is ample nut. 1-23/32" string spread, blank for shaping a custom neck. for a traditional F-style or A-style nickel-plated steel. Approx. 2" x 3-1/4" x 18". Each Each, 3+ peghead. Each Each, 6+ Each Each, 3+ #4596 $3.77 $2.98 #0983 $21.61 $19.45 #0718 $47.50 $44.17

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“I wouldn’t want to use anything else.” Rhonda Vincent Relic “Simply the best you can get.” David Grisman fnishes “The best tuners in the world.” Chris Thile with the “They have changed my life.” Sam Bush ® vintage “The frequent need for retuning look during a show is gone.” Ronnie McCoury Mandolin Tuners Ultra-smooth operation, precise, reliable Authentically detailed with old-style string posts, square worm sup- tuning, long life and classic beauty. port posts, slotted gear screws, and relic finishes that look at home on veteran instruments. F-style models have removable knobs. The Performing artists play in tune and stay in tune steel baseplates are engraved and feature the ’20s Loar shape. Golden with Waverly. Our renowned design eliminates Age tuners are made to close-tolerance specifications, with modern looseness in the gears, for maximum tuning nylon worm bearings and 15:1 gear ratio for smooth, efficient tuning. 6050 efficiency. Precision-machined stainless steel worm gears, bronze alloy string post gears and Standard 29/32" string post spacing • .236" string post diameter • Screws 16:1 gear ratio assure smooth, accurate tuning. and press-ft bushings included • 21/64"-diameter pegholes required Each elegant engraved baseplate is computer- Style / knobs Set Set, 3+ machined from a single brass billet, for optimum #2509-N F-style, black ...... $59.40 $43.96 weight and stability. Nickel, satin gold or silver Bright #2510-N F-style, ivoroid .... $79.50 $58.83 plating, and solid pearl, ebony or grained ivoroid nickel #2511-N A-style, black ...... $48.30 $35.74 knobs enhance a fine F-style mandolin. #2512-N A-style, ivoroid ... $70.80 $52.39 6052-E Standard 29/32" (.906") string post spacing. Screws and #2509-RN F-style, black .... $73.20 $54.17 press-fit peghead bushings included. 21/64"-diameter Relic #2510-RN F-style, ivoroid $93.30 $69.04 pegholes required. nickel #2511-RN A-style, black ... $62.10 $45.95 Finish / knobs Set #2512-RN A-style, ivoroid $84.28 $62.37 6052-I #6052-I Nickel / ivoroid ...... $430.00 #6052-E Nickel / ebony ...... $430.00 #2509-RB F-style, black ..... $67.50 $49.95 #6052 Nickel / pearl* ...... $520.00 Relic #2510-RB F-style, ivoroid $87.50 $64.75 #6050-E Satin silver / ebony $450.00 brass #2511-RB A-style, black .... $56.30 $41.66 #6050 Satin silver / pearl* .... $520.00 #2512-RB A-style, ivoroid $78.80 $58.31 #6050-G Satin gold / pearl* $520.00 C J N D E G P Q *Pearl products cannot be shipped outside the USA. F H R

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TIP: Mandolin tuners can’t work efciently in misaligned pegholes. See our Mandolin Drill Jig, page 88. Pre-1925 ® 5675 spacing Restoration A-style Tuners 5674 Long-awaited replacements for A-style 18:1 ratio tuners used by Gibson® and others from Grover the 1910s to 1925. The “worm gear un- der string post” configuration and wider Mandolin Tuners vintage post spacing is ideal for restoring Die-cast baseplates, 18:1 ratio older mandolins and improving their tun- and removable pearloid plastic knobs. 5676 2505 ing. Steel baseplates feature the original 29/32" string post spacing • 11/32"-diameter pegholes required shape, “tread” incising, and square worm Screws and press-ft peghead bushings included support posts. Our special relic nickel Mandolin Set Set, 3+ Set, 6+ finish complements vintage hardware. A-style #5676 Nickel $59.67 $53.11 $48.33 15:1 gear ratio • Early 1920s .931" string post #5676-G Gold $80.10 $71.29 $64.88 spacing • .236" string post diameter F-style Worm gear #5674 Nickel $59.67 $53.11 $48.33 over string post #5674-G Gold $80.10 $71.29 $64.88 Screws and press-ft bushings included. Set Set, 3+ #2505 Relic nickel, cream knobs ...... $60.40 $53.76 F-style Worm gear #5675 Nickel $59.67 $53.11 $48.33 #2505-N Bright nickel, cream knobs $46.60 $41.47 under string post #5675-G Gold $80.10 $71.29 $64.88 #2506 Relic nickel, ivoroid knobs ..... $84.70 $75.38 C K Q D E F G R S T U B G inch mm C D A .236" 6.0 J J A N E B 4.200" 106.7 H C 1.860" 47.2 M F D 1.855" 47.1 L P E .931" 23.6 B M A L F .660" 16.8 K G .255" 6.5 #5675 H #5674 / #5676 H .283" 7.2 inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm inch mm J .315" 8.0 A .688" 17.5 E .906" 23.0 H .906" 23.0 L .236" 6.0 P .305" 7.7 S .906" 23.0 K .236" 6.0 B .305" 7.7 F .906" 23.0 J .324" 8.2 M 1.023" 26.0 Q 4.327" 109.0 T .906" 23.0 TIP: Installing tuners with early 1920s string post spacing L .768" 19.5 C 4.327" 109.9 G .906" 23.03 K .170" 4. N .688" 17.5 R .906" 23.0 U 1.00" 25.4 onto modern mandolins normally requires peghole redrilling. M .970" 24.6 D 1.00" 25.4 Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 89 Mandolin Supplies

Economy A-style Mandolin Tuners Money-saving replacement tuning machines for Slotted Mandolin Fingerboards economy mandolins. 14:1 gear ratio with white plastic knobs. Nickel-plated. 13-7/8" scale with 29 fret slots; the .023" slot width wAvailable in fits our fretwire. These F-style fingerboards can be 29/32" string post spacing • 5/16"-diameter pegholes Mandolin Tailpiece ® required • Screws and press-ft bushings included cut shorter in your shop for A-style. 1-15/16" x Popular 1920s style tailpiece relic fnishes 12" x 13/64". Set Set, 3+ Set, 6+ for archtop mandolins (works for many flattops, #0759 $20.25 $18.02 $16.40 #0762 Ebony ...... $26.36 too). The press-fit cover is made of stamped brass, Flat nonradiused #0762-R Rosewood $15.27 B F inch mm and the steel base accepts loop-end strings. Screws C D A .672" 17.1 Compound radius #2115 Ebony ...... $31.68 B 4.334" 110.1 included; order endpin separately (below). Our A E C 1.026" 26.1 Compound playing surface radius gradually changes from D .906" 23.0 relic-finish versions match Golden Age tuners and E .328" 8.3 7-1/4" at the nut, to 10" at the 12th fret, to 12" at the J complement vintage tuning machines—appropri- H F .185" 4.7 29th fret, for easy low-action playability. 13" bridge saddle G G .236" 6.0 ate when a bright finish looks out of place on an radius recommended. H .800" 20.3 J .990" 25.2 older instrument. Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ #0735 Nickel...... $21.53 $20.02 $18.30 #0735-G Gold ...... $22.72 $21.13 $19.31 4621 4623 4625 #0735-RN Relic nickel $24.78 $23.05 $21.06 Mandolin Truss Rod #0735-RB Relic brass .... $22.22 $20.66 $18.89 8-3/8" x 3/16" straight steel rod, including 5/16" hex nut, washer and attached anchor nut. Instal- lation instructions included. How to Build a Each Each, 10+ Replacement Mandolin Tuner Knobs #0781 $11.48 $10.10 Carved-Top Mandolin 9/16" diameter. Superglue the Schaller-style knob onto a 4.3mm round tuner shaft. Waverly knobs DVD with Don MacRostie Mandolin Truss Rod Cover attach with screws (not included) to a 2.9mm Learn with a master mandolin craftsman, Black/white laminated plastic, 2-1/4" square shaft. Each, Each, x 1-1/16" (works for banjos, too). Each 12+ 36+ page 96 Each Each, 6+ Each, 12+ #4621 Ivoroid, for Schaller $2.45 $2.08 $1.71 #0615 $2.75 $2.39 $2.06 #4623 Ivoroid, for Waverly $3.40 $2.89 $2.38 #4625 Ebony, for Waverly $2.90 $2.46 $2.03 Truss Rod Cover Screws Scalloped Tailpiece 1/4" long, vintage slotted roundhead. A one-piece stamped steel tail- 1920s-style Tuner Bushings piece for loop-end strings. Suit- Each Each, 24+ B #0750-N Nickel $0.34 $0.19 Thin-wall press-fit brass bushings fit able for many A-style mando- lins. Screws included. #0750-G Gold $0.43 $0.25 all our mandolin tuners. A C Each Each Each, 3+ Each, 6+ #0733 Bright nickel ..$0.40 inch mm #0731 Nickel $12.58 $11.20 $10.19 Relic nickel A .315" 8.0 #0733-R $0.54 B .418" 10.6 F5 Mandolin Plan #0733-G Gold ...... $0.96 C .283" 7.2 Beautiful full-scale 30" Mandolin x 44" plan with top and Knurled ’20s-style Bushings B Endpins back graduations, fret The prewar look, but in sturdy press-fit A C Individually lathe-turned to scale chart, fern and torch knurled machined brass. For 1/4"-dia- vintage dimensions. The 3/4"- inlay patterns, and de- meter string posts. inch mm Each A .276" 7.0 long shaft has a 2-degree taper, tailed proportions. Drawn B .409" 10.4 #0734 Nickel...... $0.82 C .329" 8.4 from .350" to .315" dia meters. by Don MacRostie. Sup- #0734-RN Relic nickel $0.97 plied folded. See our #0344 matching reamer #0734-RB Relic brass ....$0.92 on page 26. #0859 $14.95 Each Each, 6+ #0321 Ebony with pearl dot* $4.61 $3.69 Mandolin #0322 Ivoroid with black dot $4.91 $3.93 Peghead *Pearl products cannot be shipped outside the USA. Bushing Reamer

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Books & DVDs making for serious #0533 $13.49 acoustic, with com- students of the craft. The Responsive Guitar explores plete specifica tions. soundbox dynamics and voicing, bracing theory, and This full-scale 36" x the mechanics of sustain, projection and playability. 48" rolled set of 2 is Making The Responsive Guitar applies these principles See MORE books at stewmac.com ideal for in to construction, step by step. 342 and 282 pages, q hardcover, in handsome slipcase. your shop. #5271 $238.50 #4329 $29.95

94 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Guitar repair training with Dan Erlewine Learn from a master! Dan’s DVDs have provided practical training for luthiers around the world. The series demonstrates innovative techniques and tools, with easy menu selections for quick reference. You’ll beneft from Dan’s forty years of repair experience. The world’s best known guitar repair expert, Dan is the author of Fret Work Step-By-Step, Trade Secrets, Guitar Player Repair Guide, Guitar Finishing Step-By-Step and How To Make Your Electric Guitar Play Great. Each DVD is 2 hours unless indicated

Fretting Maintenance & Make a new series setup series nut like a pro The best investment I made His books and videos allow Dan’s repair videos gave me was to buy every one of Dan you to see a master at work in the confdence to take on the Erlewine’s videos. his shop. big jobs. —Frank Mirigliano —David Jones, Florence, SC —Neil Harrell, Cincinnati, OH Greensburg PA Fret Basics Maintenance & Setup: Nut Making Step-by-Step Controlling a hard-to-adjust neck • Simple straight- Damage-free nut removal • Nut fitting techniques • edges and leveling tools • Tabletop neck-jigging Electric Guitars & Basses, Vol. 1 Making a truss rod work perfectly • Cleaning control String spacing layout • Shaping, sanding, polishing • Fret removal • Measuring and fitting fret wire • and gluing • Touching up the guitar finish. One hour. Level ing and dressing frets • Fretting bolt-on electrics pots and rewiring a switch • Slotting bridge saddles and set-neck acoustics. to match fretboard radius • Refurbishing the nut • #5623 $49.95 Fitting humbucker mounting rings • Action, intona- Advanced Fretting, Vol. 1 tion and pickup height • Fine-tuning a Bigsby vibrato. Heat-straightening a warped neck • Compression Fix fattop fretting with a hammer and fret press • Controlling Maintenance & Setup: guitar bridges a non-adjustable neck in the Neck Jig • Fretting a Electric Guitars & Basses, Vol. 2 bound fingerboard • Truss rod tips • Crowning and Cleaning a finish and a fretboard • Strat® tremolo Help a guitar regain its voice! Never be intimidated again polishing frets • A low-fret job for Leon Rhodes. setup and factory setup specs • Floyd Rose® setup and ® by acoustic bridge problems. factory specs • Dan electro bridge mods • Shimming Each DVD is one hour. Advanced Fretting, Vol. 2 a bolt-on bass neck • Replacing plastic tuner knobs Refretting, leveling and crowning frets in the Neck Jig • Electric archtop guitar setup • 5-string bass setup. • Fretting for the production shop • Using an arbor Bridge Repairs, Vol. 1 press for fretting • Fender “sideways” fretting • Tips Damage-free bridge removal • Clamping setups. • #5619 Both DVDs $89.90 from luthiers Michael Stevens, T.J. Thompson, Frank Save $10.00 Repairing bridge pin holes • Slotting bridge pins. Ford and Bryan Galloup. #5615 Maintenance & Setup Vol. 1 $49.95 Bridge Repairs, Vol. 2 #5616 Maintenance & Setup Vol. 2 $49.95 Repairing damaged top wood • Making a bridge plate #5614 All 3 DVDs $134.85 Save $15.00 • Making and installing a bridge • Fitting bridge pins. #5611 Fret Basics ...... $49.95 Maintenance & Setup: #5612 Advanced Fretting Vol. 1 $49.95 Steel-string Acoustic Guitars, Vol. 1 #5626 Both DVDs $89.90 Save $10.00 #5613 Advanced Fretting Vol. 2 $49.95 Bridge reinforcing plate problems • Nut and saddle #5624 Bridge Repairs Vol. 1 $49.95 height • Blues setup with Roy Bookbinder and Paul #5625 Bridge Repairs Vol. 2 $49.95 Geremia • Martin setup with J.D. Hutchison • Acoustic amplification with Bill Dutcher • Bluegrass Reset a neck setup with Todd Sams • Acoustic/electric Gibson without fear setups with Jorma Kaukonen. Bring a violin Removal and resetting tech- Maintenance & Setup: back to life niques for restoring playable Steel-string Acoustic Guitars, Vol. 2 Produced by Dan Erlewine, string action on traditional Gibson arch top guitar setup • Archtop bridge fitting and featuring veteran violin dovetail-neck guitars. and intonation • Resonator guitar setup with Del Rey repairman Paul Newson. • Slide setup with Kelly Joe Phelps • Acoustic guitar Neck Resets set up with Ged Foley. Steaming a dovetail neck joint for neck removal • Violin Setup Calculating neck angle • Trimming the neck tenon Fingerboard • Fitting the tuning pegs and and installing shims • Luthier Bryan Galloup resets #5620 Both DVDs $89.90 Save $10.00 soundpost • Making a nut • Installing an end pin, necks on a Martin 0-18 and Gibson J-45. #5617 Maintenance & Setup Vol. 1 $49.95 tailpiece and chinrest • Trimming and fitting a bridge. #5621 $49.95 #5618 Maintenance & Setup Vol. 2 $49.95 80 minutes. #5622 $49.95

Inventing The American Guitar The pre-Civil War Innovations of C.F. Martin and His Contemporaries 4327 Books & DVDs Books Edited by Robert Shaw and Peter Szego. The American flattop guitar emerged from its European roots during a remarkable 20-year period 4328 before the Civil War. C.F. Martin Sr. was the dominant guitarmaker of that era. This beautiful book is the definitive study of his early instruments and design innovations. It features authoritative essays and specifications by leading experts on early guitars, plus reduced-scale selected drawings by StewMac’s Don MacRostie. 300 pages, hardcover. #0707 $45.00 Full-scale Builders’ Plans Drawn by Don MacRostie in cooperation with the book editors. Measurements were taken directly from early C.F. Book and full-scale plans Martin guitars. #4327 Austro-German style Martin, 1837 Each #0705 $66.66 Save $8.24 Supplied folded. #4328 Spanish-style Martin, 1842-1843 $14.95

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 95 DVDs & Kits Stewart-MacDonald Carved-top Mandolin Kit How to Build a Carved-Top Mandolin With Don MacRostie

Learn with a master mandolin craftsman Don MacRostie’s Red Diamond mandolins are among the finest available, and you’ll benefit from his expertise in this 2-disc DVD set. Start with our F-style kit, or build from scratch; three hours of step-by-step demonstrations help you get your in- strument assembled and ready for finishing. You’ll learn how to bend the sides; carve and graduate the A course in top and back; install the tone bars; glue the body assembly; bend and install the bindings; shape the craftsmanship. neck; make and fit the dovetail neck joint; install Our carved-top kit was developed under the guidance the truss rod; shape, inlay, fret and install the of Don MacRostie, crafter of renowned Red Diamond fingerboard; make the nut; install hardware; fit the mandolins. High quality woods and workmanship, plus bridge, and perform the final setup for a mandolin detailed instructions provide everything you need to you can be proud of. produce a professional-grade instrument. #1370 2-disc set The classic bluegrass mandolin 195 minutes with solid woods for great tone $125.00 Dovetailed curly maple neck • Slotted ebony fingerboard • Assembled curly maple rim with dovetail neck block • Carved curly maple back and spruce top • Tone bars • Kerfed linings. The F-5 kit also includes bindings, truss rod, nut, fret wire, dot inlays, endpin and blueprint—all the parts you need to get started. Order the tuners, bridge and tailpiece of your choice separately in this catalog.

#5148 F-5 kit $581.20

® #5238 F-5 kit with DVD Gerstner How to Build a Carved-Top Mandolin Guitar Your assembled F-5 $635.58 Save $70.62 mandolin will be ready for DVD details at left. Display finishing and hardware. Highly recommended! Case Kit Show off your favorite Special guitar in a great looking Closeout What builders are saying about our instrument kits at stewmac.com: case you built yourself. Price! This exclusive kit is Dreadnought Guitar Kit (page 97) Triple-O Guitar Kit (page 97) crafted to our specifica- Overall it turned out great, sounds terrific, and is something If you’ve ever thought about building your own acoustic tions by the Gerstner® I’ll treasure as long as I live…everyone who has played it or guitar, I highly recommend this kit. You won’t regret it and Company in Dayton, seen it has been pretty impressed. you’ll probably not want to stop after finishing your first Ohio USA, makers of —Steve Fillipp, Lubbock TX guitar. —Lebadget, Salt Lake City UT heirloom tool chests A joy to build and play! Excellent technical support from I am absolutely blown away by the sound and quality of this since 1906. All the StewMac too! —Geoff Stearns, Springfield, OR instrument. This is a dream come true for me and may this I have had nothing but compliments on this instrument…all be a first of many more to come! wooden parts are cut —Werner Bessinger, Pretoria SA to shape, routed, and of the materials were first rate and I have used what I learned building this kit to delve into other acoustic projects. F-5 Mandolin Kit Kits & DVDs ready for assembly with —Dan Schultz, Stillwater MN Another killer bluegrass …Got a mandolin from this kit basic hand tools. Apply made in 2003 by luthier Doug O in Cleveland…it is right a finish to the handsome maple veneers, and make Violin Kit (page 98) there with tone and volume of much more pricey pieces. If you are just starting out, this is a great kit to learn the —Bryan Cozort, Olmsted Falls OH your guitar display case the centerpiece of any ropes…For experienced luthiers, this could be a fast track room. The hardware you’ll need is included, plus to produce a good quality instrument at an affordable price. Ukulele Kit (page 98) a heavy-duty wall mounting bracket. —Sirius Instruments, Elgin IL This was the most fun project to build. It has just the right amount of challenge to build a great uke. #6387 Special closeout price only at stewmac.com —Jim Hall, Denver CO

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Building an Acoustic Build a fne quality Guitar Kit acoustic guitar you We’ll show you how! can be proud of. Learn how to build a fine guitar, start- “The quality of parts and clarity of ing with our kit and instructions were excellent…building it using simple tools. was an absolute pleasure.” Our video introduction to guitarmaking is a Stephen Burton, Ely England great way to learn from accomplished pros. “Anyone wanting to begin a guitarmaking Famed repairman/teacher Dan Erlewine joins career this way won’t be disappointed. All our production manager Todd Sams (a veteran the components are high grade and meant guitar maker), to guide you through the assembly to last a lifetime.” process step-by-step. You’ll learn how to build John Calkin, American Lutherie your guitar from the people who make the parts themselves, and we’ll share lots of time-saving Shaped slotted tips to help make assembly easy bone nut and and fun. 71 minutes. shaped saddle #1742 DVD $39.95 are included This DVD is included with our acoustic guitar kits A hands-on course in guitarmaking. These kits give you a solid introduction. We include full-size plans drawn by Don MacRostie, who designed our kits based on prized vintage Martins. Our illustrated instruc- tion book is the best guide ever offered with a kit. We’ve produced a DVD too, Building an Acoustic Guitar Kit, and it’s included. “Just a note to let you know that I completed the Dread- Quality materials for a great sounding guitar. You get a book- nought guitar kit today, and all I can say is WOW!!!!!! I’ve matched AAA back and side set, in rosewood or mahogany. The AAA played guitars that were priced in the 3-4000 dollar range solid spruce top has been thickness-sanded and profiled. We’ve slotted that don’t sound any better than this kit, and it’s only been the rosewood fingerboard, and we include inlays and a genuine bone nut strung up for a day!!!!” and saddle. Our Hot Rod truss rod makes the neck two-way adjustable. —Ron Thompson, Brandon MB A great head start. Our kits are adapted for small shops, so you can use “I have just completed my 000 StewMac kit guitar and I just hand tools to build and finish an heirloom quality instrument. We do the want to let you know that I am delighted with the end result, critical machine work, like shaping the neck and cutting the heel joint. beyond my expectations and every bit as good as my Martin Choose a bolt-on neck or a traditional dovetail—both are machined for OM-35. Thanks for your product and excellent service.” an accurate fit, saving you hours of complicated work. —Tony Geyer, Kingscote Australia “I received my Dreadnought kit yesterday and man, was I • Solid AAA tonewoods: pleasantly surprised. The quality of the woods is so much spruce, rosewood and mahogany better than I expected.” —Gene Barnes, Athens GA • Precisely machined neck joint Left: Finished • Precut heavy cardboard molds Dreadnought for trouble-free body assembly with Waverly tuners. • Blueprint and bracing template

Right: Triple-O • Illustrated assembly instructions before fnishing. • Step-by-step DVD The kits don’t include tuners • Hundreds of our kits have been built by and strings; frst-time builders and experienced luthiers those choices are up to you. You add the tuners. From nearly four decades of supplying fine instrument kits, we’ve found that builders prefer to choose the finishing touches, so tuners and strings are not included. You’ll find them in this catalog. Guitar Kit Clamp Set Dreadnought Guitar Kit Triple-O Guitar Kit Money-saving collection of our most useful With bolt-on neck With bolt-on neck clamps for acoustic guitar kit building. #5294 Rosewood $520.00 #5325 Rosewood $520.00 Spool clamps #3715 (4 sets of 6) #5293 Mahogany $488.00 #5324 Mahogany $488.00 Small double-cam clamps #3723 (2) With dovetail neck With dovetail neck Large double-cam clamps #3725 (2) #5296 Rosewood $520.00 #5298 Rosewood $520.00 #5287 Complete $204.66 Save $17.80 Kits #5295 Mahogany $488.00 #5297 Mahogany $488.00 See more Guitar Kit Tool Sets Instructions, DVD and builder's plans are included at stewmac.com

Orders received by 4pm EST weekdays are shipped the same day • Minimum order $30 97 Instrument Kits How to order Order online at stewmac.com Use our secure online ordering. When we ship Tenor Ukulele Kit your order, your credit card will be charged in U.S. dollars, including shipping fees, and will Easy and fun to build! be acknowledged by email. A fine sounding uke you can build with basic hand tools. Phone: 800-848-2273 (U.S. & Canada only) Just follow the easy illustrated For ordering or questions call toll-free, 9am-6pm instructions and apply a weekdays Eastern time. finish. Follow along with our Fax: +740-593-7922 DVD, too. Assembly is simple, Order forms the neck has already been Order forms are available for printing online shaped, and all the parts are at stewmac.com. You can also email service@ included, even the strings. stewmac.com or call 800-848-2273 and we’ll Traditional woods for good tone (no plywood). send them to you. Mahogany top, back & sides Fretwire, strings & tuners Payment methods: U.S. Slotted inlaid rosewood fingerboard Nut, saddle & purflings Use Visa, Discover, MasterCard, American Shaped rosewood bridge Spruce braces Express, PayPal or a money order or check in #5348-DVD Tenor with DVD $182.98 Save $22.62 How To Build a Ukulele Kit U.S. funds. Don’t send cash. We can’t offer Step-by-step guide to assembling open accounts. #5348 Tenor kit only .....$165.65 your kit. Great tips from pro ukulele Payment methods: international luthiers Gordon and Char Mayer. We accept Visa, Discover, Master Card, JCB 109 minutes. #5196 DVD $39.95 (Japan), American Express and PayPal. We also accept certified bank checks drawn on an international U.S. bank, and international money orders in U.S. dollars, payable to Stewart- Fiddle Kit A great way to build your frst instrument MacDonald. Ease of assembly and a great price make this one of our most popular Shipping kits. You’ll learn a lot about instrument making, and have fun along Call or order online before 4pm weekdays Eastern the way. And you won’t need heavy shop machinery—hand tools will time for same-day shipping. Shipping charges are do, because the machine work has been done for you. The spruce top listed at stewmac.com. and curly maple back are carved and sanded, and the back is glued to the linings, blocks and curly maple ribs. The decorative purflings Shipping: international Tracking numbers are available with express air have pre-routed channels for easy installation. The machine-carved delivery only. Estimated transit times assume no neck is ready for sanding and fitting to the instrument. Bass bar fit- customs delays. ALL express air shipments go ting, assembly, finishing and setup will complete a rewarding project. through customs. Your own violin! Sign your label with pride. • Express air (2-4 business days) Ebony fingerboard • Nut and saddle • Tailpiece with adjustable • Air postal service (1-4 weeks): This service fastener • E-string adjuster • Chinrest • Tuning pegs • Bridge usually costs less for packages under 2 kg. • Purfl ings • Bass bar • Sound post • Endpin Shipping fees: international “I ended up with a lovely instrument of which #5342 $199.95 Shipping fees are based on the country of desti- I am really proud.” —John McCarthy, Ireland nation, shipping method and weight. For a pro forma price quotation with comparative ship- ping costs, email or fax us your order without payment information. Or, visit stewmac.com for an instant quotation: simply add the items to your order, choose International Checkout, and then choose the shipping country to view the shipping cost. Customs payment Shipping fees do not include duties or local taxes, which are assessed by your customs agents. You must arrange payment of these fees with the Illustrated instructions included shipper. We don’t control these fees. Products with shipping restrictions We cannot ship pearl and abalone products, or flammable items such as aerosols and lacquers, Dulcimer Kit outside the USA. A simple and rewarding introduction to instru- • Quality woods ment making. This high quality solid walnut • Easy to build American-made kit produces a handsome Our guarantee trad itional dul cimer with beautiful tone. All If any item fails to meet your expectations, the parts are included (strings, pick, geared you may return it, un altered, for a refund or tuners and instructions). You supply the sand- exchange. See the back of your shipping invoice paper, glue and finish. The soundboard and for information on returns. “hourglass” sides are bookmatched for beauty, Kits Assembled and the 26-5/8" scale fingerboard is slotted length 37-1/2" for fretting. #0307 $210.75

98 USA & Canada call toll-free 800-848-2273 • Order online at stewmac.com Mini Humbucker Pickup Kits! NEW NEW Like the vintage originals: a bit smaller than a regular humbucker, with a bright focused tone. Deluxe Firebird Mini Humbucker Mini Humbucker Pickup Kit Pickup Kit Nickel polepieces True-to-vintage: includes #5901 Alnico 5 the pair of steel plates that #5902 Alnico 2 create the biting original Gold polepieces $ .24 Firebird sound! $ .46 #5901-G Alnico 5 19 each #5903 25 each or $16.35 each or $21.64 each #5902-G Alnico 2 when you order 4+ when you order 4+ Our mini humbucker kits match the originals so well, you can use them as drop-in replacements on vintage guitars. #0294-G #0295-G Their sound is between humbuckers and single-coils; #1539 they’re a versatile choice for upgrades and new builds. #1544-G Each of our mini humbucker kits includes all vintage- #1543 style parts and complete instructions for building. #1544 “I use these kits to build great-sounding, #0294 #1542 #0295 true-to-vintage pickups.” Deluxe Covers –Erick Coleman, StewMac tech advisor Each Each, 4+ Firebird Covers Each Each, 4+ #0294 Chrome...... $13.60 $11.83 #0295 Chrome...... $13.60 $11.83 #0294-N Nickel ...... $13.60 $11.83 #0295-N Nickel ...... $13.60 $11.83 #0294-G Gold ...... $16.70 $14.53 #0295-G Gold ...... $16.70 $14.53 Plastic Mounting Rings Each Each, 4+ More mini humbucker parts online Metal Mounting Rings Each Each, 4+ #1539 Deluxe Cream ...... $4.90 $4.26 #1544 Chrome...... $4.90 $4.26 #1538 Deluxe Black ...... $4.90 $4.26 stewmac.com search: mini humbucker #1544-N Nickel ...... $4.90 $4.26 #1543 Tapered, tall ...... $4.90 $4.26 #1544-G Gold ...... $4.90 $4.26 #1542 Tapered, low ...... $4.90 $4.26

Mojotone Pickup NEW Winding Machine Programmable: remembers your most-used pickup specs for repeatable results. Hand Mojotone worked with Stewart-MacDonald and top guitar Guided NEW techs to develop this rugged, professional winder. Sturdy enough for serious pickup production, the Mojotone Tensioner Pickup Winding Machine is also great for quick rewinds You can’t get consistent and prototyping. Includes instructions and 110v to 220v sounding pickups without AC adaptor. real control of your winding tension and pattern. With Features: Mojotone’s Hand Guided • 10 programmable presets save your Tensioner, set the tension most-used specs “Programmable presets are and wind at any speed • 1800-rpm motor for fast winding times a game-changer. I save vintage without guesswork or • Geared drive, no belts to slip or replace specs so they’re ready to go.” “going by feel.” Focus on • Built-in gauss meter reads magnet –Erick Coleman, StewMac tech advisor your winding pattern strength and polarity without worrying about the coil tension. • Universal mounting jig accepts all fatwork and bobbins #2103 • Accepts foot pedal for hands-free speed control $59.95 (sold separately, p. 48) #2102 $499

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NEW Our new Laser-cut Bindings are perfectly matched sets SAMS GUITARS SAMS

Beautiful hardwood bindings and trim from one piece of wood A great idea: all the parts for trimming a fne acoustic guitar, cut from a single piece of wood. That’s a guaranteed match! Body and fngerboard binding, backstrip, end trim, heel cap and truss rod cover in one precut piece, 34" long by 0.085" thick. Costs less than buying separate pieces, too. Laser-cut Wood #2043 Curly Western Maple $34.95 Binding Set #2044 Plain Eastern Maple $34.95 #2045 Indian Rosewood $39.95

NEW ZipFlex makes it easy to install beautiful abalone purfing!

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ZipFlex® Abalone Purfing ZipFlex is real abalone shell on a fexible strip that bends into tight curves. It looks great—just as if it were assembled piece- by-piece. Install it between black/white trim and you’re done in one simple step! #1480 .047" width $26.40 ZipFlex strips are 15" long x .055" deep. #1481 .064" width $27.75 #1482 .079" width $30.40