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.
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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Hipshot HB10 Tuner
$32.84 - $37.55Hipshot HB10 in Nickel, Black, Gold and in Bass Side and Treble Side - Clover Key
Hipshot HB10 - Clover Key Hipshot has created the American Classic Series bass tuning machines to provide you with unprecedented smoothness and accuracy for years to come. The finest quality materials and precision engineering have been combined...Hipshot HB10L Machine Head Tuner Black Bass Side - Lollipop Key
$32.84HIPSHOT has created the American Classic Series bass tuning machines to provide you with unprecedented smoothness and accuracy for years to come.
Hipshot - HB10 Black Lollipop Key Bass Side Hipshot has created the American Classic Series bass tuning machines to provide you with unprecedented smoothness and accuracy for years to come. The finest quality materials and precision...Hipshot HB7L Tuner
$30.98 - $32.85Hipshot HB7 in Nickel, Black, Gold and in Bass Side and Treble Side - Lollipop Key
Hipshot HB7 Tuner - Lollipop Key Upgrade your Mexican made Fender with our new HB7 American Classic tuning machines. 27-to-1 gear ratio ensures years of accurate tuning. Fits 11/16" headstock bore holes. Please...Hipshot HB10L Machine Head Tuner Gold (Lollypop) Bass Side
$37.55HIPSHOT has created the American Classic Series bass tuning machines to provide you with unprecedented smoothness and accuracy for years to come.
Hipshot - HB10 Gold Bass Side Hipshot has created the American Classic Series bass tuning machines to provide you with unprecedented smoothness and accuracy for years to come. The finest quality materials and precision engineering...Hipshot HB10L Machine Head Tuner Nickel (Lollypop) Bass Side
$37.55HIPSHOT has created the American Classic Series bass tuning machines to provide you with unprecedented smoothness and accuracy for years to come.
Hipshot - HB10 Nickel Bass Side Hipshot has created the American Classic Series bass tuning machines to provide you with unprecedented smoothness and accuracy for years to come. The finest quality materials and precision engineering...Scratch & Dent Hipshot Bass Xtender BT3 Nickel Bass Side
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$79.00Scratch & Dent Hipshot BT3 Nickel Bass Side
Hipshot- BT3 Detuner(Nickel)- 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...OPEN BOX NEVER INSTALLED Hipshot Bass Xtender GB7 Black Bass Side
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$95.12OPEN BOX NEVER INSTALLED GB7 - For use with basses equipped with Gotoh GB7 tuners. (Gotoh GB7 tuners are easily identified by the round shaped cover plate.)
OPEN BOX NEVER INSTALLED GB7 - For use with basses equipped with Gotoh GB7 tuners. (Gotoh GB7 tuners are easily identified by the round shaped cover plate.)Hipshot HB6C 1/2 Inch Licensed Ultralite Tuner
$25.74 - $29.041/2" 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...Hipshot HB6C 3/8 Inch Licensed Ultralite Tuner
$23.10 - $26.403/8" 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...Hipshot HB6Y 3/8 Inch Licensed Ultralite Tuner
$23.10 - $26.403/8" 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...Hipshot HB6MC 1/2 Inch USA Ultralite Tuner
$32.84 - $37.551/2" 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...Hipshot HB6MC 3/8 Inch USA Ultralite Tuner
$32.84 - $37.553/8" 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...Hipshot KickAss 4 String Bass Bridge
$89.76 - $123.86It'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...Hipshot KickAss Saddle Inserts
$4.22Sculpt your own tone with Hipshot KickAss replacement saddles inserts!This listing is for a set of 4 un-notched or 6 pre-notched saddle inserts.
Sculpt your own tone with Hipshot KickAss replacement saddles inserts!You can choose between our un-notched set of 4 inserts or our pre-notched set of 6 inserts which includes 2 Low (deep), 2 Medium, and 2 Tall (shallow) notches.Brass...Hipshot KickAss Saddle Sets
$38.02 - $54.08Hipshot 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....Hipshot 4 String TransTone
$89.76 - $123.76Hipshot 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...Hipshot 5 String TransTone
$96.10 - $127.52Hipshot 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...Hipshot Triple Lock Down Single String Large Notch
$38.16 - $40.57Large 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...Hipshot Triple Lock Down Single String Small Notch
$38.16 - $40.57Small 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...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...Hipshot Ultralite Tuner HB6Y 3/8 Shiny Nickel Treble Side SHORT KEY
$37.55Sleek and compact, easily installed on the smallest of 4, 5, 6 & Extended Range Bass headstocks.
Sleek and compact, easily installed on the smallest of 4, 5, 6 & Extended Range Bass headstocks. Bass side = Left side of headstock on a right handed bass. Treble side = Right side of headstock on a right handed bass. All finish colors have Hipshot Logo...Hipshot Ultralite Tuner HB6Y 3/8 Shiny Nickel Bass Side SHORT KEY
$37.55Sleek and compact, easily installed on the smallest of 4, 5, 6 & Extended Range Bass headstocks.
Sleek and compact, easily installed on the smallest of 4, 5, 6 & Extended Range Bass headstocks. Bass side = Left side of headstock on a right handed bass. Treble side = Right side of headstock on a right handed bass. All finish colors have Hipshot Logo...Hipshot HB1-S Tuner
$30.98Hipshot HB1 Short Key in Nickel and in Bass Side and Treble Side
Upgrade your tuning machines on your Music Man, or G & L 27-to-1 gear ratio ensures years of accurate tuning. Fits 11/16" headstock bore holes. MusicMan basses require 3 bass side and 1 treble side for 4-String & 4 bass side and 1...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.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...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...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...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.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 O-Ring Knobs
$8.24 - $11.31Fits standard split shaft pots and solid shaft pots with 6mm diameter. 1 Set screw.
Fits standard split'shaft pots and solid shaft pots with 6mm diameter. 1 Set screw.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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Tremelo Bridge Template
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$35.00Intended for Hipshot Bass Tremelo Systems.
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 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 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 HB7 Tuner
$30.98 - $37.55Hipshot HB7 in Nickel, Black, Gold and in Bass Side and Treble Side - Clover Key
Hipshot HB7 Tuner - Clover Key Upgrade your Mexican made Fender with our new HB7 American Classic tuning machines. 27-to-1 gear ratio ensures years of accurate tuning. Fits 11/16" headstock bore holes. Please Note: The...Hipshot HB5 Tuner
$30.98 - $37.55Hipshot HB5 in Nickel, Black, Gold and in Bass Side and Treble Side
Upgrade your Rickenbacker © with Hipshot. Retrofits the 4 screw mount tuning machine on your valuable instrument. 27-to-1 gear ratio ensures years of accurate tuning. 3/8" string post fits 9/16" headstock bore holes. Please...Hipshot HB3 Tuner
$30.98 - $37.55Hipshot HB3 in Nickel, Black, Gold and in Bass Side and Treble Side
When it’s time to retire those sloppy, worn out tuners, slap on a set of Hipshot American Classics! The HB3 is a direct replacement for pre-CBS Fender® basses equipped with Kluson® reverse wind tuning machines. This tuner is also featured...Hipshot HB2L Tuner
$30.98 - $37.55Hipshot HB2L in Nickel, Black, Gold and in Bass Side and Treble Side
Upgrade your USA '67-'82 Fender P & J Bass. Hipshot has created the American Classic Series bass tuning machines to provide you with unprecedented smoothness and accuracy for years to come. 27-to-1 gear ratio ensures years of accurate tuning. Fits...Hipshot HB2 Tuner
$30.98 - $37.55Hipshot HB2 in Nickel, Black, Gold and in Bass Side and Treble Side
Upgrade your USA '67-'82 Fender P & J Bass. Hipshot has created the American Classic Series bass tuning machines to provide you with unprecedented smoothness and accuracy for years to come. 27-to-1 gear ratio ensures years of accurate tuning. Fits...Hipshot HB1 Tuner
$30.98 - $37.55Hipshot HB1 in Nickel, Black, Gold and in Bass Side and Treble Side
Upgrade your tuning machines on your Music Man, G & L, or Mexican made Fender with the American Classic. Take a look at the dimensions before ordering. Some Mexican made Fenders use the HB7 ( See...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 BStyle Threaded Rod Bass Saddle Chrome .750 inch 19mm
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$8.00.750" Threaded Rod Saddle for B-Style bridges Did the couch inexplicably swallow one of your Hipshot B style saddles during last night’s setup session? Or are you looking for the best barrel saddle on the market for your new bridge design? You’re...
