How To Remove A Guitar Nut - Safely & Easy

  Рет қаралды 72,188

GuitarNTabs

GuitarNTabs

5 жыл бұрын

Hello everyone!
I wanted to make this video on how to remove a guitar nut, safely and easy, to show that it's actually not that difficult, as long as you follow the proper steps. I will show you how I remove this guitar nut, and also mention another method of doing it, in case you're working on a guitar with a slotted nut channel.
As always, let me know if you have any questions, comments or requests.
Thanks for the support so far, I really appreciate it!
Have a good one & cheers!

Пікірлер: 78
@benbond3433
@benbond3433 4 жыл бұрын
I can't believe that I managed to successfully remove the crappy stock nut on my bass...didn't think I had it in me! Granted, I simply (and carefully) used a towel over the nut and tapped it with a hammer, but I did it gradually like you did. This is a seriously great how-to vid...more of the GOOD side of KZfaq. Thank you, my friend!
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 4 жыл бұрын
Greetings, Ben Bond! Thanks for your comment, and for letting me know, I'm glad it all went well! Now, get a good replacement nut, and your bass wil be rocking, I'm sure! 🎸 Thanks for the kind words, I really appreciate it. Rock on, and keep safe!
@torontotonto6189
@torontotonto6189 2 жыл бұрын
my harley benton nut came off with tapping from the side with screwdriver and hammer a little bit and then using screwdriver as a driver from the nut side upwards to lift it. Works great on plastic nuts that you can just drive a screwdriver into the surfave
@kristinhess1704
@kristinhess1704 10 ай бұрын
Boss, Dude. Thank you!!! Sooooo helpful!
@SuziFranks
@SuziFranks 4 жыл бұрын
FANTASTIC I followed your advice and simple....job done new bone nut in place! XXOOXX
@bennybeauregard5790
@bennybeauregard5790 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the excellent video. I have successfully removed the nut from my acoustic guitar. Now I just need to put it back in place. For some reason it had moved over some. I purchased the guitar with that condition but now I am happy as I can restring the guitar and see how it sounds. Keep these excellent videos coming.
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs Жыл бұрын
Hi there, Benny. Thank you for the kind words, I'm glad it all worked out for you! Aha, I see, that can sometimes happen, but you should be able to relocate it, to its proper position. I'm sure your guitar will be sounding great! Thank you, I'll have more videos ready soon! Let me know if you need anything else. Best regards.
@mvyper
@mvyper 3 жыл бұрын
I scoured the finish and mine got out with two very gentle taps. Golden! Thank you for this wonderful video!
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent, I'm so pleased to hear that! Scoring the edges, front and back will really prevent chip-outs. Thank you for watching, I greatly appreciate it. All the best.
@stragster
@stragster 3 жыл бұрын
Really helpful, thank you 😄
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers, I really appreciate it! Have a good one & stay safe!
@desmondmyers
@desmondmyers Жыл бұрын
Hey! This was great worked like a charm thanks so much!
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs Жыл бұрын
Fantastic, Desmond! I'm pleased to hear that! It's always a little nerve-racking, but changing out the nut on a guitar or bass can dramatically change the tone of the instrument, which is great! I really like working with Bone blanks and GraphTech's TUSQ nuts. Let me know if you need anything else. Thanks for watching. Best regards.
@brandonboyd8252
@brandonboyd8252 3 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate the safety and care you showed. Going to be attempting this tomorrow
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Brandon! I'm glad to hear so! Safety and care is often needed, when working with instruments. Especially nuts can be hard to remove, all depending on the amount of glue used in the slot... If not done right, or without care, one can quickly get into trouble. Take your time, and if it just won't budge, then you probably need to cut it down the middle, using a fine saw, etc. But, I'm sure you will have a successful job. Let me know if you need anything. All the best.
@FirstMM
@FirstMM Жыл бұрын
Considering how close his fingers were to the blade and the fact that he had to readjust due to almost burying the razor in his finger, I can only assume that this comment is prudent use of irony!
@jcnz9861
@jcnz9861 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent demo!
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@ExtremeBogom
@ExtremeBogom 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, this really helped me :)
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent, I'm very pleased to hear that! Best regards.
@blessingsara11
@blessingsara11 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks this helped me a lot 👍🏻
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs Жыл бұрын
I'm pleased to hear that, Sara. Have a great day.
@chrisrose5885
@chrisrose5885 3 жыл бұрын
Great little lesson, thanks for that, worked perfectly !
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Chris! It's greatly appreciated. I'm glad it worked out for you. Let me know if you need anything. Merry Christmas. 🎄
@chrisrose5885
@chrisrose5885 3 жыл бұрын
@@GuitarNTabs likewise, my friend! Here's to much guitar throughout a much better New Year!
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
@@chrisrose5885 - Cheers, I greatly appreciate it. Absolutely, it can't get any worse! Rock on! 🎸
@nickmuns
@nickmuns 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, its how i was going to do it but great to know how to do it to be sure. Mine came of really easy. Going to change it for a better colour to match my project (purple with a black neck/colour coded headstock and gold hardware with black pick gaurd)
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Nick Munday. Thanks for your comment and for watching - I appreciate it. I'm glad you found my video helpful, and the job is how you planned it. That sounds exciting - good luck on the project! Please let me know if you need anything else. Cheers.
@ivanproano3742
@ivanproano3742 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for your video! I just successfully replaced the nut in my Epiphone Dot, thanks to your guidance. It has now a much better tone and intonation stability using a bone nut instead of the original plastic crap it has from the factory.
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 4 жыл бұрын
Greetings, Ivan 😊 Thanks for your comment, and for watching, I appreciate it. You're very welcome, I'm glad that my video was of help to you. That's fantastic, well done! It's amazing how a bone nut can change things, for the better, and make the instrument play and sound better! Yeah, the stock nuts are almost always crap... I generally like to change out the nuts of new guitars, knowing they are cheap stock... Again, thanks for watching, and for the kind words! Let me know if you need anything! Have an excellent weekend 😊
@kevinr.3542
@kevinr.3542 Жыл бұрын
I don't understand why they don't just include a bone nut. I just ordered two bone nuts and two bone bridges for Amazon for $8. That's like $2 a peice. They seriously can't throw a $2 nut on there? It's probably more like .50¢ when you buy a bunch at once. A good nut is one of the crucial elements to having a properly intonated instrument, its SO important.
@ivanproano3742
@ivanproano3742 Жыл бұрын
​@@kevinr.3542 fully agree. It seems like most of these 'production decisions' in the cheap side of the guitar industry are taken by blind accountants rather than knowledgable guitar guys.
@DougHinVA
@DougHinVA 5 ай бұрын
'they' are making money with starter players.... they are not there for you...
@luissoco
@luissoco 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, it took me less than 5 minutes to remove the nut in mine after following your instructions.
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 2 жыл бұрын
I'm pleased to hear that - well done! What's the new nut you're putting on? Cheers.
@lucysmiechura
@lucysmiechura 4 жыл бұрын
Someone gave me an old guitar, and when I took the strings of to restring it, the nut fell. I glued it back not realising it was the wrong way. I was thinking of a few things to take it off until I saw your way. I used a blade like you suggested and it came off easily. Thank goodness I came across your video otherwise I think I would have damaged it using other implements.
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 4 жыл бұрын
Hi there, Lucy In The Sea! 😊 Thanks for your comment and kind words, I really appreciate it! I'm pleased to hear that you found my video helpful. There's always a risk, when taking out a nut, especially if you don't know what glue is used... CA glues are not for this type of repair.. Regular Titebond is just fine, and makes the nut easier to remove, if needed again. Enjoy the guitar and rock on! Let me know if you need anything else. Best regards.
@ferroherre9906
@ferroherre9906 4 жыл бұрын
@@GuitarNTabs my nut just fell out as well.... I don't want to buy titebond because the shelf life is only 12 months and I would never see myself using it other than to fix my guitar nut. Is it ok to use "all-purpose uhu glue"?
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 4 жыл бұрын
@@ferroherre9906 - I see your dilemma, but I wouldn't really use that type of glue, but if you do, do it sparingly and do not put many drops in the slot, just one or two, that's all.
@ferroherre9906
@ferroherre9906 4 жыл бұрын
@@GuitarNTabs gee thanks for the reply! I
@philiprao1370
@philiprao1370 4 жыл бұрын
8 minutes and 25 seconds time you have spared to get this video but, I liked it, you have helped others to learn a technic. Great video .. keep posting videos like this bro.
@DougHinVA
@DougHinVA 5 ай бұрын
I did this on an older Korean Dean EVO to install a bone-like nut. Loosen the strings all the way to start. The new nut can be bone or NuBone and made thinner with sandpaper so that it fits in the slot front to back as well as side to side. Do not be afraid to get a pro to do the work!
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment.
@joq702
@joq702 2 жыл бұрын
I highly recommend you tap from the front equally, gently. It is by my experience the most effective way and also will not lead to paint or varnish pull off. This is especially so toward the end of the job - see around 6:45.
@AwesomeFrank69
@AwesomeFrank69 3 жыл бұрын
Very Good Brother Man 👍
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I really appreciate it. Have an excellent day.
@AwesomeFrank69
@AwesomeFrank69 3 жыл бұрын
@@GuitarNTabs yeah...I followed your instructions and just like that “Bingo" it popped right off like I knew what I was doing! So again I say Very Good Bro. Your video is going to help a lot of people looking to fix there guitars.
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
@@AwesomeFrank69 - That's excellent, I'm pleased to hear that! It's a great confidence boost for you! Thanks, I appreciate that - I hope so too! Let me know if you need anything. All the best.
@perlaursen1885
@perlaursen1885 5 ай бұрын
Rigtig god video, der præcist viser, hvordan man selv med lidt omhu, kan udskifte en nut på sin guitar. Pænt engelsk, med en smule charmerende nordjydsk accent. Per i Aarhus😎🇩🇰
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 5 ай бұрын
Tak skal du have, Per! Jeg sætter pris på din kommentar. Fortsat god søndag!
@StevesSlideandJazz
@StevesSlideandJazz 4 жыл бұрын
A wooden ruler works great for nut removal tapping!
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Steve! It sure does, and there're plenty of other tools to use as well, as long as you patient and careful. Have an excellent day!
@drdlehrsch32
@drdlehrsch32 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video! BTW are you Danish by chance? Your accent seems to be that of a Dane. If not, sorry for my incorrect assumption. Thanks again!
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome - I'm glad you liked it! Guilty... Yes, I am Danish.. Haha, that accent isn't easy to escape!
@samuelj.rivard
@samuelj.rivard 3 жыл бұрын
currently the type of nut i have to remove Thank!
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent, I'm pleased to hear that. All the best.
@samuelj.rivard
@samuelj.rivard 3 жыл бұрын
@@GuitarNTabs all when very well thank!
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
@@samuelj.rivard - Excellent, I'm pleased to hear that! Rock on.
@charlescozic3208
@charlescozic3208 3 жыл бұрын
My chipped electric guitar nut is slotted, and the bottom of the nut actually appears to be part of the neck (it's that seamless). I guess they call it lacquered in/on. I razor scored it and block-tapped it, but it won't budge! Any advice how to get the sucker out? Thank you!
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
Hi there, Charles. Thanks for watching, and thanks for getting in touch. What brand of guitar do you own? If it won't budge, then I would, carefully, take a thin razor saw, or something similar, and cut the nut down the middle, as close to the bottom as you dare, then, using a plier to gently cave it in, and that shoould allow you to take the nut out. I hope this makes sense. Let me know. Cheers.
@charlescozic3208
@charlescozic3208 3 жыл бұрын
Brand is Gladiator, thx!
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
@@charlescozic3208 - Haven't heard of it, but I'm glad you got it all sorted out. Cheers.
@FretFriendLaGR
@FretFriendLaGR 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Kenni! Nice video :) I just made a similar video showing how to remove a nut safely from a Fender (which will work for bass or guitar on any Fender). Regards, Victor...
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 5 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy! :-) Thank you very much! It means a lot to me, coming from you! :-) Nice, is it uploaded yet, or? :-) I'll have to see that one! Thank you, Victor! Cheers!
@FretFriendLaGR
@FretFriendLaGR 5 жыл бұрын
It on part 1 of my Fender Precision 'Deluxe' Bass re-fret series. I have not uploaded it yet...
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent - I will be looking forward to see that one! :-) I'll stay tuned, Victor! Cheers, buddy!
@FretFriendLaGR
@FretFriendLaGR 5 жыл бұрын
Here you go; kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e6dkg8-V276bYac.html
@bluwng
@bluwng 3 жыл бұрын
My strat has a painted headstock and Clear coat ; it refuses to budge and I don’t want to damage
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
Hi there, With a lacquered headstock, it's important to score the edges around the nut, to prevent damage to the lacquer. I showed it in this video as well, go back and have a second look... I like to, VERY GENTLY, and controlled, to use a plier to lift the nut out, constantly checking my progress. If all else fails, then you will have to cut the nut down the middle, and the cave it in on itself, in order to remove it. I hope this makes sense. Let me know. Cheers.
@captaindisabled8378
@captaindisabled8378 13 күн бұрын
I destroyed mine into 3 pieces and I can’t fit them together, I need to buy a new one I hope the wood isn’t too damaged
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 12 күн бұрын
Hi, Thanks for watching, and for your comment. Sadly that's the case sometimes, but take some measurements of the old nut, and buy a good Graph Tech TUSQ nut, and then you'll be good to go. Make sure to clean the nut slot, so the new nut will fit properly, and have proper contact with the slot. I hope this helps. Best regards 🎸
@joshuawalton7109
@joshuawalton7109 Жыл бұрын
Elon!? Is that you?
@JaFoste_Studio
@JaFoste_Studio 3 жыл бұрын
What about a nut that's been super glued?
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
Nuts that have been super glued can be tricky to remove, especially if the amount of super glue used is too much, and that can be hard to determine... What guitar are we talking about here? A fender style nut, or a Gibson style nut? 🎸 Let me know, and I can guide you further.
@JaFoste_Studio
@JaFoste_Studio 3 жыл бұрын
@@GuitarNTabs Well, it's for a bass and it's multiscale. Pretty sure I used too much superglue, as well
@GuitarNTabs
@GuitarNTabs 3 жыл бұрын
Aah okay, well, take it slow and if it won't budge, then cut it down the middle, with a fine saw, then collapse it in on itself. Let me know if you need further assistance.
How to replace the nut on your guitar
6:38
StewMac
Рет қаралды 528 М.
How to Upgrade Your Guitar With a New Nut - Easy and Cheap Mod
13:18
Kennis Russell
Рет қаралды 113 М.
Who has won ?? 😀 #shortvideo #lizzyisaeva
00:24
Lizzy Isaeva
Рет қаралды 46 МЛН
I CAN’T BELIEVE I LOST 😱
00:46
Topper Guild
Рет қаралды 106 МЛН
Gearless Magnet Bike
17:57
Tom Stanton
Рет қаралды 6 МЛН
Pro Guitar Tech's Most Hated Things (and how to fix them)
16:30
Rhett Shull
Рет қаралды 1,2 МЛН
The Night Roberto Duran Challenged Mentally Unstable Laing
12:46
Boxing After Dark
Рет қаралды 499 М.
Guitar Nut Replacement Guide: How to Install Black TUSQ Nut
5:13
Masters-of-Music
Рет қаралды 67 М.
Are you TONE DEAF or MUSICALLY GIFTED? (A FUN test for non-musicians)
11:44
How to Make a Guitar Nut from a Blank
13:05
StewMac
Рет қаралды 336 М.
A Detailed Tutorial On Guitar Nut Replacement
36:11
setupMyGuitar
Рет қаралды 50 М.
My Favorite Finish For A Guitar's Fretboard
15:17
Highline Guitars
Рет қаралды 60 М.
Acoustic Guitar Nut Replacement
9:34
Shawn's Workshop
Рет қаралды 12 М.
QANAY - Шынарым (Official Mood Video)
2:11
Qanay
Рет қаралды 750 М.
Sardor Tairov - Sen meni yeding (Official Music Video)
5:02
Sardor Tairov Official
Рет қаралды 4,6 МЛН
IL’HAN - Pai-pai (lyric video) 2024
3:24
Ilhan Ihsanov
Рет қаралды 193 М.
Zattybek & ESKARA ЖАҢА ХИТ 2024
2:03
Ескара Бейбітов
Рет қаралды 235 М.
Jakone, Kiliana - Асфальт (Mood Video)
2:51
GOLDEN SOUND
Рет қаралды 4,2 МЛН
Sadraddin - Jauap bar ma? | Official Music Video
2:53
SADRADDIN
Рет қаралды 9 МЛН