Anyone have any insight on why Fender quit using the roller nut on the Elite (previously Deluxe) Strats? This installation isn't just restricted to Fender guitars, it can be adapted to any guitar with with an inch and eleven sixteenths nut width, or close. Replace, Repair and Restore—Genuine Fender Parts. Another sale for Fender. I like that Fender tweaks the formula, and that some experiments fall by the wayside when they aren't popular. The beauty of the roller nut design is its simplicity. I have an old Teisco guitar I've been working on and doing little mods for a while as a hobby. For use on American Deluxe guitars with HSS pickup configuration; also fits older Strat Plus models with included Wilkinson® adapter. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Pretty easy, but yes, not for the non mechanically inclined. It's easy, buy the strat you want and install an LSR nut. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. You only need a cutter, a file, a screwdriver and a drill with a small drill bit. You must log in or register to reply here. The only reason to remove material from the fretboard would be if it sat too high to get the action you desire. Tradition, sure. I'd imagine it's due to the extremely traditional nature of guitarists. http://fingerlakesguitarrepair.com/lsr-roller-nut-installation/. The Gear Page is the leading online community and marketplace for guitars, amps, pedals, effects and associated gear. Not that hard. Especially if you install it on a rosewood fingerboard. Anyone have any insight on why Fender quit using the roller nut on the Elite (previously Deluxe) Strats? If you are willing to spend the money on the Deluxe, what's another couple bucks to do an LSR aftermarket install? For string gauges from .008 to .056. Installed 3. What's cool about the LSR nut is that it takes strings up to 059, so you can switch between 9's and 13's with ease, if you want to get your SRV on. Fender LSR roller nut instructions It is a straight forward job easily attainable. It's very similar to a Gibson SG, same style nut / headstock, 24.75" scale length. But a properly cut/fitted nut is cheaper and works just as well. I think the Jeff beck strats still come with a roller nut. IMHO -a good Graphtech nut works better than a Roller nut any day. I love the LSR's. I think the American DELUXE strats (but only the HSS) versions still come with the LSR nuts. I've kinda toyed with the idea of getting another but really like the roller nut. They want what Leo used back when he first designed the thing. I think this thread needs to be moved to the Luthier's Corner. SSS is a more traditional Strat setup, so I can imagine marketing would lean to the traditional nut setup. Consider installing a Fender LSR roller nut, if you're a heavy whammy bar user, or just don't like the looks of the string tees on the headstock. I have an old Teisco guitar I've been working on and doing little mods for a while as a hobby. So long as you only remove material under or behind the begin of the nut you will be fine for intonation. Brand new to Gibsons, need advice with a $3,000 budget. It's very similar to a Gibson SG, same style nut / headstock, 24.75" scale length. Builder's tip: Drilling stud holes through pick guards.. My Les Paul is the leading online community and marketplace for Les Paul guitar fans. Now I purchased a Fender LSR roller nut. JavaScript is disabled. You must log in or register to reply here. Fender LSR roller nut installation. I've kinda toyed with the idea of getting another but really like the roller nut. JavaScript is disabled. Brushed-chrome LSR roller nut assembly reduces friction that can cause tuning instability.