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Hipshot

Founded in the U.S in 1983 by Dave Borisoff in a small shop originally located in Van Nuys, California Hipshot has become a household name in the world of bass hardware solutions. Pioneers of products like the D-Tuner for bass the brand has grown to support almost every hardware component found on an instrument from Bridges, Tuning Machines, String Trees, Thumb-Rests, and even knobs.

Currently stationed in Interlaken, New York, the company has grown from a small 2-man operation to over 25 employees and has manufactured and designed hardware for high end boutiqe manufacturers like Michael Tobias, Sadowsky, Lakland, Roscoe, ACG, Tino Tedesco, Jerzy Drozd, and Brubaker. They are also contracted to provide hardware from the larger industry manufacturers including Peavey, Fender, Cort, and Yamaha. This footprint in the market has established Hipshot as a serious contender in the music community.

Check out their shop tour below for a sneak peek at how Hipshot operates to provide you the quality bass hardware you desire.

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Question: Where Can I Buy Hipshot?

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  1. Hipshot Bass Detuner BT12 Chrome Treble Side

    $110.88
    BT12 - Retrofits newer Fender American Standard and Deluxe Bass 4 string models.
    Hipshot- BT12 Detuner (Chrome) - Treble Side Instant, No Drill Installation Since the days of Beethoven, "E" string devices have been used to extend the range of the upright string bass offering the instrument greater versatility....
  2. Hipshot KickAss 5 String Bass Bridge

    $110.52 - $166.10
    It's not easy to capture the spirit of a former fan favorite while simultaneously creating a product that is exciting all on it's own...but that is exactly what Hipshot endeavored to with their new KickAss™ Bass Bridge.
    KickAss™ 5 String Bass Bridge It's not easy to capture the spirit of a former fan favorite while simultaneously creating a product that is exciting all on it's own...but that is exactly what Hipshot endeavored to with their new KickAss™...
  3. Hipshot 4 String A Style Bass Bridge

    $134.82 - $160.63
    Hipshot A Style Bass bridges are available in a wide variety of string spacing, materials, and finishes for your aesthetic and tonal needs.
    Hipshot A Style Bass bridges are available in a wide variety of string spacing, materials, and finishes for your aesthetic and tonal needs. These bridges feature variable string spacing via an adjustment on the string saddles, and through body string...
  4. Hipshot 5 String A Style Bass Bridge

    $153.01 - $194.95
    Hipshot A Style Bass bridges are available in a wide variety of string spacing, materials, and finishes for your aesthetic and tonal needs.
    Hipshot A Style Bass bridges are available in a wide variety of string spacing, materials, and finishes for your aesthetic and tonal needs. These bridges feature variable string spacing via an adjustment on the string saddles, and through body string...
  5. Hipshot 6 String A Style Bass Bridge

    $160.30 - $201.81
    Hipshot A Style Bass bridges are available in a wide variety of string spacing, materials, and finishes for your aesthetic and tonal needs.
    Hipshot A Style Bass bridges are available in a wide variety of string spacing, materials, and finishes for your aesthetic and tonal needs. These bridges feature variable string spacing via an adjustment on the string saddles, and through body string...
  6. Hipshot 7 String A Style Bass Bridge

    $174.87 - $210.03
    Hipshot A Style Bass bridges are available in a wide variety of string spacing, materials, and finishes for your aesthetic and tonal needs.
    Hipshot A Style Bass bridges are available in a wide variety of string spacing, materials, and finishes for your aesthetic and tonal needs. These bridges feature variable string spacing via an adjustment on the string saddles, and through body string...
  7. Hipshot BT13 Bass Xtender
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    Hipshot BT13 Bass Xtender

    Out of stock

    $110.88 - $145.88
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  8. Hipshot HB6C 1/2 Inch Licensed Ultralite Tuner

    $25.74 - $29.04
    1/2" Cloverkey Tuner in Chrome, Shiny Chrome, Black, and Gold in Treble and Bass side
    Hipshot HB6C 1/2 Inch Licensed Ultralite Tuner Don't carry the weight of the world on your shoulders! Hipshot's Licensed Ultralight Bass Tuning Machines are made of durable, precision machined zinc to lighten your load, and give you the correct...
  9. Hipshot HB6C 3/8 Inch Licensed Ultralite Tuner

    $23.10 - $26.40
    3/8" Cloverkey Tuner in Chrome, Shiny Chrome, Black, and Gold in Treble and Bass side
    Hipshot HB6C 3/8 Inch Licensed Ultralite Tuner Don't carry the weight of the world on your shoulders! Hipshot's Licensed Ultralight Bass Tuning Machines are made of durable, precision machined zinc to lighten your load, and give you the correct...
  10. Hipshot HB6Y 3/8 Inch Licensed Ultralite Tuner

    $23.10 - $26.40
    3/8" Y-Key Tuner in Chrome, Shiny Chrome, Black, and Gold in Treble and Bass side
    Hipshot HB6Y 3/8 Inch Licensed Ultralite Tuner Don't carry the weight of the world on your shoulders! Hipshot's Licensed Ultralight Bass Tuning Machines are made of durable, precision machined zinc to lighten your load, and give you the correct...
  11. Hipshot HB6MC 1/2 Inch USA Ultralite Tuner

    $32.84 - $37.55
    1/2" Mini Clover Tuner in Chrome, Shiny Chrome, Black, and Gold in Treble and Bass side
    Don't carry the weight of the world on your shoulders! Hipshot's Ultralight Bass Tuning Machines are made of durable, precision machined aircraft-quality aluminum to lighten your load, and give you the correct instrument balance without sacrificing...
  12. Hipshot HB6MC 3/8 Inch USA Ultralite Tuner

    $32.84 - $37.55
    3/8" Mini Clover Tuner in Chrome, Shiny Chrome, Black, and Gold in Treble and Bass side
    Don't carry the weight of the world on your shoulders! Hipshot's Ultralight Bass Tuning Machines are made of durable, precision machined aircraft-quality aluminum to lighten your load, and give you the correct instrument balance without sacrificing...
  13. Hipshot 4 String B Style Bass Bridge

    $103.24 - $140.03
    Hipshot Style B Bass bridges are available in a wide variety of string spacing; in your choice of aluminum or brass.
    Hipshot Style B Bass bridges are available in a wide variety of string spacing; in your choice of aluminum or brass. Type B saddles feature solid brass barrel saddles, quick release string loading and a variety of contours and shapes. All Hipshot bridges...
  14. Hipshot 5 String B Style Bass Bridge

    $110.52 - $166.10
    Hipshot Style B Bass bridges are available in a wide variety of string spacing; in your choice of aluminum or brass.
    Hipshot Style B Bass bridges are available in a wide variety of string spacing; in your choice of aluminum or brass. Type B saddles feature solid brass barrel saddles, quick release string loading and a variety of contours and shapes. All Hipshot bridges...
  15. Hipshot 4 String D Style Bass Bridge

    $105.60 - $226.48
    Create the ultimate custom bass with the Hipshot D style bass bridge.
    Hipshot D Style bridges are a unique option for your 4 String bass. The bridge can only be utilized for string through the body option, but if used in conjunction with the D Style Tailpiece both String through and top loading are options. These...
  16. Hipshot 5 String D Style Bass Bridge

    $126.72 - $264.23
    Create the ultimate custom bass with the Hipshot D style bass bridge.
    The Image displayed shows a 4 string version of this bridge, but this listing is for a 5 string. Hipshot D Style bridges are a unique option for your 5 String bass. The bridge can only be utilized for string through the body option,...
  17. Hipshot KickAss 4 String Bass Bridge

    $89.76 - $123.86
    It's not easy to capture the spirit of a former fan favorite while simultaneously creating a product that is exciting all on it's own...but that is exactly what Hipshot endeavored to with their new KickAss Bass Bridge.
    It's not easy to capture the spirit of a former fan favorite while simultaneously creating a product that is exciting all on it's own...but that is exactly what Hipshot endeavored to with their new KickAss Bass Bridge. The saddle sets are a direct...
  18. Hipshot KickAss Saddle Sets

    $38.02 - $54.08
    Hipshot KickAss 4-String and 5-String Saddle Sets
    Hipshot KickAss© Saddle Sets are a direct replacement for the KickAss©, Omega and BadAssII® bass bridges. We spent years plus countless versions ensuring that these saddles would possess the soul of the original without being a copy....
  19. Hipshot 4 String Headless System

    $369.60 - $422.40
    Hipshot 4 String Headless bass bridge system
    Lose your head with Hipshot's NEW Headless System for bass guitar! Features fully adjustable saddles, lightweight aluminum bridge, dual string option(you may choose to use standard or double ball bass strings) and all the quality that you have come...
  20. Hipshot 5 String Headless System

    $422.40 - $475.20
    Hipshot 5 String Headless bass bridge system
    Lose your head with Hipshot's NEW Headless System for bass guitar! Features fully adjustable saddles, lightweight aluminum bridge, dual string option(you may choose to use standard or double ball bass strings) and all the quality that you have come...
  21. Hipshot 6 String Headless System

    $475.20 - $528.00
    Hipshot 6 String Headless bass bridge system
    Lose your head with Hipshot's NEW Headless System for bass guitar! Features fully adjustable saddles, lightweight aluminum bridge, dual string option(you may choose to use standard or double ball bass strings) and all the quality that you have come...
  22. Hipshot 7 String Headless System

    $580.80 - $633.60
    Hipshot 7 String Headless bass bridge system
    Lose your head with Hipshot's NEW Headless System for bass guitar! Features fully adjustable saddles, lightweight aluminum bridge, dual string option(you may choose to use standard or double ball bass strings) and all the quality that you have come...
  23. Hipshot 8 String Headless System

    $633.60 - $686.40
    Hipshot 8 String Headless bass bridge system
    Lose your head with Hipshot's NEW Headless System for bass guitar! Features fully adjustable saddles, lightweight aluminum bridge, dual string option(you may choose to use standard or double ball bass strings) and all the quality that you have come...
  24. Hipshot 9 String Headless System
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    Hipshot 9 String Headless System

    Out of stock

    $562.00 - $605.00
    Hipshot 9 String Headless bass bridge system
    Lose your head with Hipshot's NEW Headless System for bass guitar! Features fully adjustable saddles, lightweight aluminum bridge, dual string option(you may choose to use standard or double ball bass strings) and all the quality that you have come...
  25. Hipshot 3 Point SuperTone

    $126.72 - $170.02
    Hipshot Supertone 3 Point Gibson replacement bridge
    Breathe new life into your Gibson® bass with the new completely redesigned Hipshot SuperTone Bass Bridge. A direct replacement unit for your Gibson® 3 point bass bridge that uses your existing hole pattern. Machined out of solid aircraft...
  26. Hipshot 4 String TransTone

    $89.76 - $123.76
    Hipshot 4 String Transtone bass bridge
    Hipshot's New TransTone Bass Bridge features construction so sturdy you will feel the difference! Steel saddles secured to the main assembly provide superb string-to-instrument sonic transmission for punchy, long sustaining tone. String through...
  27. Hipshot 5 String TransTone

    $96.10 - $127.52
    Hipshot 5 String Transtone bass bridge
    Hipshot's New TransTone Bass Bridge features construction so sturdy you will feel the difference! Steel saddles secured to the main assembly provide superb string-to-instrument sonic transmission for punchy, long sustaining tone. String through...
  28. Hipshot 4 String A Style Fendermount 1 Bass Bridge

    $134.82 - $173.60
    RetroFit Bridge for Fender 5 Hole Mount Pattern - This bridge utilizes three holes, but is drilled for the 5 hole mount pattern.
    Retrofits your Fender five hole mount bridge on your 4 string bass using the two outer holes and the center hole. These bridges feature variable string spacing via an adjustment on the string saddles, and precise intonation adjustment. The style and...
  29. Hipshot 4 String A Style Fendermount 2 Bass Bridge

    $122.55 - $173.60
    Retrofit your Fender 3 Hole Mount Pattern.This bridge utilizes three center holes.
    Retrofits your Fender three hole mount bridge on your 4 string bass using three center holes. These bridges feature variable string spacing via an adjustment on the string saddles, string through body option, and precise intonation adjustment. The...
  30. Hipshot 5 String A Style Fendermount3 Bass Bridge

    $153.02 - $194.95
    Retrofit your Fender 4 Hole Mount Pattern.This bridge utilizes four mounting holes.
    Retrofits your Fender four hole mount bridge on your 5 string bass using four mounting holes. These bridges feature variable string spacing via an adjustment on the string saddles, string through body option, and precise intonation adjustment. The...
  31. Hipshot 4 String B Style Fendermount 1 Bass Bridge

    $103.24 - $140.03
    Retrofit your Fender 5 Hole Mount Pattern.
    Retrofits your Fender five hole mount bridge on your 4 string bass. These bridges are non-string through models that retrofit your Fender 4 String bass. Hipshot Style B Bass bridges are available in a wide variety of string spacing; in...
  32. Hipshot 4 String B Style Fendermount 2 Bass Bridge

    $103.24 - $140.03
    Retrofit your Fender 3 Hole Mount Pattern. This bridge utilizes three center holes.
    Retrofits your Fender Deluxe and other string through body Fender bass. Mounts using the three center mounting holes. These bridges utilize string through body option that retrofit your Fender 4 String Bass. Type B saddles feature solid...
  33. Hipshot 5 String B Style Fendermount 3 Bass Bridge

    $110.52 - $166.10
    Retrofit your Fender 4 Hole Mount Pattern. This bridge utilizes four mounting holes.
    Retrofits your Fender Deluxe and other string through body Fender bass. Mounts using the four screw holes. These bridges utilize string through body option that retrofit your Fender 5 String Bass. Type B saddles feature solid brass barrel...
  34. Hipshot Triple Lock Down Single String Large Notch

    $38.16 - $40.57
    Large Notch is recommended for A, E, & B Strings for 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 String basses.
    Large Notch is recommended for A, E, & B Strings for 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 String basses. These are a perfect solution for those wanting to either reduce weight, a standard bridges footprint or set your own string spacing and scale length...
  35. Hipshot Triple Lock Down Single String Small Notch

    $38.16 - $40.57
    Small Notch is recommended for D, G, & C Strings for 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 String basses.
    Small Notch is recommended for D, G, & C Strings for 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 String basses. These are a perfect solution for those wanting to either reduce weight, a standard bridges footprint or set your own string spacing and scale length...
  36. Hipshot Solo-Single String Bass Bridge

    $30.04 - $35.68
    Hipshot Solo String Bridges
    The Solo Single String Bass Bridge is designed to be the most versatile bridge system you can put on your bass. Aside from the fact that just about any string spacing and scale length are possible with this system, the solo is equipped...
  37. Hipshot 4 String Rickenbacker Bridge (Pre 2020)

    $200.45 - $243.33
    A direct replacement unit for your Pre-2020 bridge that won't mar your valuable instrument.
    Hipshot 4 String Rickenbacker Bridge (Pre 2020) The Rickenbacker® Bass Replacement Bridge will shake the faith of the most ardent Rick purists. Say goodbye to "tail lift", maddening intonation and string height adjustments once...
  38. Hipshot 4 String Bass Tremolo

    $280.90 - $370.37
    Hipshot Tremelo bridge for 4 String bass
    Hipshot Tremolo Technology means a full floating Bass Tremolo which stays in tune! Push your no wobble whammy arm down for deep bass swoons and growls! Pull back for bright poppy riffs! Gently rock back and forth feeling your tremolo's smooth, precise...
  39. Hipshot 5 String Bass Tremolo

    $306.24 - $459.50
    Hipshot Tremelo bridge for 5 String bass
    Hipshot Tremolo Technology means a full floating Bass Tremolo which stays in tune! Push your no wobble whammy arm down for deep bass swoons and growls! Pull back for bright poppy riffs! Gently rock back and forth feeling your tremolo's smooth, precise...
  40. Hipshot Bass Detuner BT12 Chrome Bass Side

    $110.88
    BT12 - Retrofits newer Fender American Standard and Deluxe Bass 4 string models.
    Hipshot- BT12 Detuner (Chrome)- Bass SideInstant, No Drill InstallationSince the days of Beethoven, "E" string devices have been used to extend the range of the upright string bass offering the instrument greater...
  41. Hipshot Thumbrest

    $16.90 - $21.12
    Solid brass bass thumbrest. Fits Fender Bass models. Includes mounting screws.
    Machined out of solid brass. Hand polished chrome, black, and gold finish available. Fits Fender Bass models. Mounting hardware included.
  42. Four String Retainer

    $25.77
    Machined from quality aircraft aluminum to ensure light weight and high strength. Unique top load slot design allows for quick and easy stringing.
    Machined from quality aircraft aluminum to ensure light weight and high strength. Unique top load slot design allows for quick and easy stringing. You no longer have to feed your strings through the retainer and chance scratching your instrument's head...
  43. Three String Retainer

    $20.06 - $23.34
    Machined from quality aircraft aluminum to ensure light weight and high strength. Unique top load slot design allows for quick and easy stringing.
    Machined from quality aircraft aluminum to ensure light weight and high strength. Unique top load slot design allows for quick and easy stringing. You no longer have to feed your strings through the retainer and chance scratching your instrument's head...
  44. Two String Retainer

    $17.95 - $20.91
    Machined from quality aircraft aluminum to ensure light weight and high strength. Unique top load slot design allows for quick and easy stringing.
    Machined from quality aircraft aluminum to ensure light weight and high strength. Unique top load slot design allows for quick and easy stringing. You no longer have to feed your strings through the retainer and chance scratching your instrument's head...
  45. Hipshot Individual Bass String Ferrule

    $4.22 - $5.28
    Add the finishing touch to your through body bass with Hipshot string ferrules. Available in chrome, black, and gold.
    Add the finishing touch to your through body bass with Hipshot string ferrules. Available in chrome, black, and gold.
  46. Hipshot Stacked O-Ring Knobs

    $16.48 - $22.58
    These knobs fit on Bartolini,Aguilar,EMG,Nordstrand,Mike Pope,Delano, and other preamps that have stacked (concentric) pots that have a lower shaft of 8mm and upper shaft of 6mm. Secures with set screw.
    O-ring two-piece stacked knob. Chrome, Satin, Black and Gold finish available with rubber rings for a no-slip grip. Fits control pots with 6mm top and 8mm bottom shafts. Each section attaches with a set screw.
  47. Hipshot Double Stop Lever

    $35.00 - $39.00
    Hipshot Double Stop Lever in Chrome, Black, and Gold
    Enter the Drop Zone The Hipshot Double Stop Lever is a unique accessory for Hipshot Xtender's that allow Double Drop capabilities. With a flip of the lever, you can drop tune your low E to D, and continue to low C or even low B. Package...
  48. Hipshot HB6Y 3/8 Inch USA Ultralite Tuner

    $32.84 - $37.55
    3/8" Y-Key Tuner in Chrome, Shiny Chrome, Black, and Gold in Treble and Bass side
    Don't carry the weight of the world on your shoulders! Hipshot's Ultralight Bass Tuning Machines are made of durable, precision machined aircraft-quality aluminum to lighten your load, and give you the correct instrument balance without sacrificing...
  49. Hipshot HB6Y 1/2 Inch USA Ultralite Tuner

    $32.84 - $37.55
    1/2" Y-Key Tuner in Chrome, Shiny Chrome, Black, and Gold in Treble and Bass side
    Don't carry the weight of the world on your shoulders! Hipshot's Ultralight Bass Tuning Machines are made of durable, precision machined aircraft-quality aluminum to lighten your load, and give you the correct instrument balance without sacrificing...
  50. Hipshot HB6L 3/8 Inch USA Ultralite Tuner

    $37.55
    3/8" Lollipop Tuner in Chrome, Shiny Chrome, Black, and Gold in Treble and Bass side
    Don't carry the weight of the world on your shoulders! Hipshot's Ultralight Bass Tuning Machines are made of durable, precision machined aircraft-quality aluminum to lighten your load, and give you the correct instrument balance without sacrificing...

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: Where Can I Buy Hipshot?

Answer: You can buy these from Best Bass Gear by Calling 877-839-3531 or Emailing us at sales@bestbassgear.com or chatting with our Bass Techs

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