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Topic: Where can I get Tuning Machines for my 8 string Supro? |
Kristen Bruno
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Orlando, Florida, USA
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Posted 23 Jul 2023 3:55 am |
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I have an old 8 string supro which has original functional machine heads.
They work. Old, little sloppy, ...but ... they work.
They are separate. Not in-line.
I would like to replace them with some new ones with a high gear ratio if possible.
I don't really see sets for eight strings. Only six.
Any good sources for replacements?
Thanks
K
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Noah Miller
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Rocky Hill, CT
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Posted 23 Jul 2023 4:42 am
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You're not going to find any 8-string sets. The only Kluson-style 8-string tuners out there are for mandolins, and they're all strip tuners so they won't fit your steel. You'll have to get two 6-string sets.
The current Kluson brand has higher ratio 15:1 tuners in the Vintage Diecast and Supreme series. Grover and Gotoh also make drop-ins with higher ratios than the 12:1 originals. |
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David Venzke
From:
SE Michigan, USA
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Posted 23 Jul 2023 4:50 pm
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I found a package with a set of eight of these unused Kluson-style tuners (4x4) with ferrules and screws. The dimensions are close to those in the illustration below. They appear to be 15:1. If interested send me a PM and we can work out the details. Hope this helps.
-Dave
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Kristen Bruno
From:
Orlando, Florida, USA
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Posted 25 Jul 2023 7:35 am
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Thanks for responding to the tuning machine post.
Found my measuring device.
I didn't see an area to send picture in the PM so am showing you what I was able to measure here.
Attached is picture with my measurements.
Most were either right-on (checkmark). Or very close (Circled)
I wasn't able to measure the parts which I have a question mark next to.
Thanks
K
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David Venzke
From:
SE Michigan, USA
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Posted 25 Jul 2023 8:45 am
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| Sent you a PM ... |
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