Hipshot
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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.
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Hipshot 2 Point SuperTone
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$105.60 - $141.68Hipshot Supertone 2 Point pre-1973 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 pre-1973 Gibson 2 point bass bridge that uses your existing hole pattern. Machined out of solid aircraft quantity...Hipshot M4 Bass Xtender
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$83.30 - $90.30Hipshot M4 in Chrome,Black, and Gold and in Bass, and Treble Side
Extend the range of your bass with the Hipshot M4 Xtender Key! 3/8" model (diameter of stringpost) is designed to fit 9/16" headstock holes. This Xtender can be upgraded to include a Double Stop lever. Bass Extender Key brings this proven versatility...Hipshot HE6C 3/8" Bass Xtender
$115.12 - $125.68Hipshot HE6C 3/8" Xtender in Satin Chrome, Nickel, Black, and Gold and in Bass, and Treble Side.
Extend the range of your bass with the ultralite Xtender Key! 3/8" model (diameter of stringpost) is designed to fit 9/16" headstock holes. This Xtender can be upgraded to include a Double Stop lever. Bass Extender Key brings this proven versatility...Hipshot HB6C 1/2 Inch USA Ultralite Tuner
$32.84 - $37.551/2" Cloverkey 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...Hipshot HB6C 3/8 Inch USA Ultralite Tuner
$32.84 - $37.553/8" Cloverkey 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...Hipshot HB6L 1/2 Inch USA Ultralite Tuner
$37.551/2" 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...Hipshot HB6L 3/8 Inch USA Ultralite Tuner
$37.553/8" 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...Hipshot HB6Y 1/2 Inch USA Ultralite Tuner
$32.84 - $37.551/2" 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...Hipshot HE6Y 3/8" Bass Xtender
$115.12 - $125.68Hipshot HE6Y 3/8" in Satin Chrome, Nickel, Black, Gold, and in Bass, and Treble Side
Extend the range of your bass with the ultralite Xtender Key! 3/8" model (diameter of stringpost) is designed to fit 9/16" headstock holes. This Xtender can be upgraded to include a Double Stop lever. Bass Extender Key brings this proven versatility...Hipshot HE6Y 1/2" Bass Xtender
$115.12 - $125.68Hipshot HE6Y 1/2" in Satin Chrome, Nickel, Black, Gold, and in Bass, and Treble Side
Extend the range of your bass with the ultralite Xtender Key! 1/2" model (diameter of stringpost) is designed to fit 11/16" headstock holes. This Xtender can be upgraded to include a Double Stop lever. Bass Extender Key brings this proven versatility...Hipshot HE6C 1/2" Bass Xtender
$115.12 - $125.68Hipshot HE6C 1/2" in Satin Chrome, Nickel, Black, Gold, and in Bass, and Treble Side
Extend the range of your bass with the ultralite Xtender Key! 1/2" model (diameter of stringpost) is designed to fit 11/16" headstock holes. This Xtender can be upgraded to include a Double Stop lever. Bass Extender Key brings this proven versatility...Hipshot BT4 Bass Xtender
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$71.50Hipshot BT4 in Chrome, Bass and 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. Bass Extender Key brings this proven versatility to the...Hipshot BT8 Bass Xtender
$110.88Hipshot BT8 in Chrome and in Bass, and 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. Bass Extender Key brings this proven versatility to the...Hipshot BT9 Bass Xtender
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$66.50Hipshot BT9 in Chrome and Bass 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. Bass Extender Key brings this proven versatility to the...Hipshot Bass D-Tuner - Fender Ultralite - Chrome/Blk
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$92.40Retrofits Fender/Schaller Lite Weight tuners used on various 80's and newer Fender basses with the black plastic tuner body.
Hipshot Fender Ultralite Drop D-Tuner for Bass guitar. Chrome finish. Allows instant detuning with the flip of a lever. Adjustable from Eb to C. Fits Fender Deluxe models with cast cloverleaf key. Retrofits Fender/Schaller Lite Weight tuners used on various...Hipshot GB5 Bass Xtender
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$69.50Hipshot GB5 in Chrome, and in Bass, and 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. Bass Extender Key brings this proven versatility to the...Hipshot GB7 Bass Xtender
$115.12 - $125.68Hipshot GB7 Chrome, Black, Gold, and in Bass, and Treble Side
Replace your existing 3/8" tuning keys with Hipshot's GB7 Xtender GB7's Xtenders are a modern style detuner available in Chrome, Black, and Gold finishes, and Treble and Bass Side orientation. These are sealed tuning keys, that are die-cast...Hipshot HB6Y 3/8 Inch USA Ultralite Tuner
$32.84 - $37.553/8" 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...Hipshot Double Stop Lever
$35.00 - $39.00Hipshot 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...Hipshot Stacked O-Ring Knobs
$16.48 - $22.58These 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.Hipshot Individual Bass String Ferrule
$4.22 - $5.28Add 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.Two String Retainer
$17.95 - $20.91Machined 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...Three String Retainer
$20.06 - $23.34Machined 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...Four String Retainer
$25.77Machined 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...Hipshot Thumbrest
$16.90 - $21.12Solid 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.Hipshot Bass Detuner BT12 Chrome Bass Side
$110.88BT12 - 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...Hipshot 5 String Bass Tremolo
$306.24 - $459.50Hipshot 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...Hipshot 4 String Bass Tremolo
$280.90 - $370.37Hipshot 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...Hipshot 4 String Rickenbacker Bridge (Pre 2020)
$200.45 - $243.33A 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...Hipshot Solo-Single String Bass Bridge
$30.04 - $35.68Hipshot 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...
