Bone Nut Replacement & Upgrade

Improve Tone, Tuning Stability, and Playability

The nut plays a critical role in how your guitar feels, tunes, and sounds.

At British Audio, we offer professional bone nut replacement and upgrade service to improve tuning stability, string spacing, and overall performance.

Whether your current nut is worn, poorly cut, or made from low-quality material, upgrading to a properly cut bone nut can make a noticeable difference.

Why Upgrade to a Bone Nut?

Bone is a preferred material for many players due to its durability, tone, and stability.

Benefits include:

  • Improved tuning stability

  • Better sustain and resonance

  • More consistent tone across open strings

  • Proper string spacing and slot depth

  • Increased longevity compared to plastic nuts

Signs You May Need a New Nut

  • Strings binding or going out of tune

  • Tuning instability, especially when bending or using tremolo

  • Worn or uneven nut slots

  • Buzzing at the open strings

  • Poor string spacing

  • Cracked or damaged nut

What’s Included

Our bone nut service includes:

  • Removal of existing nut

  • Fabrication and shaping of new bone nut

  • Precision slot cutting and spacing

  • Proper height and depth adjustment

  • Final fitting and finishing

  • Tuning and play test

Each nut is custom-fit to the instrument for optimal performance.

Pricing

  • Bone Nut Replacement: starting at $179+

Final pricing may vary depending on instrument type and condition.

When to Combine with Other Services

Bone nut replacement is often performed alongside:

  • Setup service

  • Fret level, crown, and dress

  • Refret work

Combining services can improve overall playability and ensure everything works together properly.

Why Choose British Audio?

British Audio is trusted by musicians throughout Nashville for professional guitar repair and precision work.

We take the time to properly cut and fit each nut to ensure long-term performance and stability.

Ready to Get Started?

➤ Submit a Repair Request
https://britishaudio.com/pages/repair-request

➤ Learn more about Guitar & Bass Repair / Setups
https://britishaudio.com/pages/guitar-bass-repair-setups