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Tuning Machines & Detuners

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Improve the quality of the hardware on your existing bass or fresh build. Tuner and Detuner replacements offer better aesthetics over stock hardware along with the added benefit of further control of variables like tuning, and drop tuning with detuners. Best Bass Gear stocks a wide selection of tuning keys and detuners in a variety of different key styles, and finishes.

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Question: Where Can I Buy Tuning Machines & Detuners?

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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  1. Hipshot Bass Xtender BT7 Black Bass Side - Lollipop Key

    $100.32
    BT7 - Made in Mexico Fender J and P basses.
    Hipshot Bass Xtender BT7 Black Bass Side - Lollipop Key The Xtender gives you the ability to instantly drop the tuning of your low string and then back again with the flip of a lever. The BT7 is a direct replacement for Fender® Highway...
  2. Hipshot HE6C 1/2" Bass Xtender

    $115.12 - $125.68
    Hipshot 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...
  3. Hipshot HE6Y 1/2" Bass Xtender

    $115.12 - $125.68
    Hipshot 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...
  4. Hipshot BT1-S Bass Xtender

    $100.32 - $135.66
    Hipshot BT1-S in Nickel, Black, Gold, 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...
  5. Hipshot BT2 Bass Xtender

    $100.32 - $135.66
    Hipshot BT2 in Nickel, Black, Gold, 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...
  6. Hipshot BT2L Bass Xtender

    $100.32 - $135.66
    Hipshot BT2L in Nickel, Black, Gold, 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...
  7. Hipshot BT3 Bass Xtender

    $100.32 - $135.66
    Hipshot BT3 in Nickel, Black, Gold, 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...
  8. Hipshot BT7 Bass Xtender

    $100.32 - $135.66
    Hipshot BT7 in Nickel, Black, Gold, and in Bass, and Treble Side
    Hipshot Bass Xtender BT7 The Xtender gives you the ability to instantly drop the tuning of your low string and then back again with the flip of a lever. The BT7 is a direct replacement for Fender® Highway One tuning machines first featured...
  9. Hipshot BT10 Bass Xtender

    $100.32 - $120.60
    Hipshot BT10 in Chrome and Black 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...
  10. Hipshot Bass Xtender BT10 Black Bass Side - Lollipop Key

    $100.32
    BT10 - Fits many Made in Japan Fender J and P basses.
    Hipshot- BT10 Detuner(Black) Lollipop Key Bass Side Retrofit your Japanese made Fender for drop tuning. Please note: the BT10 does not retrofit the Geddy Lee Jazz Bass (even though it is Japanese made). The BT2 retrofits...
  11. Hipshot Bass Xtender BT1 Black Bass Side (Short Key)

    $100.32
    BT1 - G&L, Gibson Victory, Music Man, older Ibanez (4-in-line open gear), and Mexican made Fenders.
    Hipshot- BT1 Detuner(Black)- Bass Side - Short Key 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....
  12. 4-String HB7 Black Set

    $112.00
    4 HB7 Bass Side (Black)
    HB7 Black Set(4 Tuners) Upgrade your Mexican made Fender with Hipshot's HB7 American Classic tuning machine set. Take a look at the dimensions before ordering. Fits 11/16" headstock holes. This set is designed for right hand...
  13. 4-String HB3 Black Set

    $112.00
    4 HB3 Bass Side (Black)
    HB3 Black Set(4 Tuners) Upgrade your pre-CBS Fender 4-String bass equipped with reverse winding Kluson tuning machines with the Hipshot HB3 Set in Nickel. Take a look at the dimensions before ordering. Fits 11/16" headstock holes. This...
  14. 4-String HB7 & BT7 Tuner/De-tuner Bass Side Black Set

    $150.50
    3 HB7 Bass Side Tuners, 1 BT7 Bass Side Detuner (Black)
    Hipshot- HB7/BT7 Black Set(3 Tuners,1 Detuner) Upgrade your Mexican made Fender with the Hipshot HB7/BT7 Tuner/De-tuner Set. Take a look at the dimensions before ordering. 27-to-1 gear ratio ensures years of accurate tuning. Fits...
  15. Hipshot Bass Xtender BT3 Black Bass Side

    $100.32
    BT3 - Pre-CBS Fender basses and reissue models with reverse Kluson pegs.
    Hipshot- BT3 Detuner(Black)- Bass Side Drop tune your pre-CBS Fender equipped with reverse winding Kluson tuning machines. Fits 11/16 headstock holes. Instant, No Drill Installation Since the days of Beethoven, "E" string devices...
  16. Hipshot Bass Xtender BT2 Black Bass Side

    $100.32
    BT2 - '66 and newer Fender except some '82-'84's and some '90's and newer, and some Kramers.
    Hipshot- BT2 Detuner(Black)- 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...
  17. Hipshot Bass Xtender HE6Y 1/2 inch Black Bass Side

    $115.12
    Extend the range of your bass with the ultralite Xtender Key.
    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.
  18. Hipshot Bass Xtender BT10 Black Bass Side

    $100.32
    BT10 - Fits many Made in Japan Fender J and P basses.
    Hipshot- BT10 Detuner(Black)- 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...

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: Where Can I Buy Tuning Machines & Detuners?

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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