Jim Dunlop Lutherie Series guitar strap button - instrument end pin

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Directly drilling holes for the strap pins will ruin your ascosutic if you do it wrong. this is why I advise you to drill at least two pilot holes at the correct position. You need to pay attention to the size of their diameter. Particularly, the diameter of the pilot holes should not be too large, or else, the screw will be loose in the hole. By making the holes slightly smaller than the screws, will make the screws fit nice and tight. Installation is never worrisome because the rubber washer is pliant, facilitating effortless mounting by pushing it into an existing guitar strap button.

The Taylor Builder’s Edition K24ce positions the strap button by the heel. (Image credit: Taylor Guitars)Knowing how to put on a guitar strap is only half the battle. With so many materials and styles out there, choosing the right guitar strap for your needs is equally important. Let’s take a look at some of the factors to consider when researching straps. Material Some guitar bodies are so large that, if standing with a strap with two strap buttons, you wouldn’t be able to reach all the fret comfortably. How to put a strap on a guitar with one button or peg A guitar strap allows you to play your instrument anywhere and acts as an expression of your personality. A great strap should be comfortable and stylish, which is why we apply the same attention to detail and craftsmanship to our straps as we do our guitars. Gibson Guitar Bridge Pins in bone and fossil ivory = Size 2A for most models and 1.3T for Epiphone but see full Gibson info section below for better info.

Any guitar shop or luthier will have no problem doing this for you if you would like to get it done. The screws equipped in the set are smaller than the standard Gibson screws, which can cause difficulty for you. Guitarists love its low-profile design, allowing them to showcase their rig without getting too concerned about the guitar’s looks. Martin guitars prior to 1994 are always pin size 1T which is a 3 degree pin with a measurement of .210" diameter at the top of the tapered shaft. If somebody modified the instrument it may have a different pin size but Martin was extremely consistent with this size prior to 1994. The modern Martin "Authentic Model" guitars take 2A. 230 UNSLOTTED guitar bridge pins. This is .230" diameter at the top of the tapered shaft and these bone or fossil ivory guitar bridge pins are unslotted. Gibson Guitar Pin Size Guide

In addition, we send an instruction sheet with each set of pins that covers the installation and proper fitting of your new pins.

Above all, have some fun with it. Select a strap that speaks to you, install it, and start making music wherever you please. Time to Play Because of the larger body size of some acoustic guitars, it isn’t possible to attach the strap to the guitar body at both ends, and still be in a comfortable playing position. After all, Ernie Ball has always been known for its loud-and-proud designs and exceptional craftsmanship.It would be best to secure the screw correctly to minimize wiggling, which can be unsettling when you are in the middle of a number.

The Dunlop SLS1031N Straplok is one of the most reliable systems one can ever have to secure a guitar strap.The hardware features premium-quality steel, ensuring strength and durability that can outlast any guitar. This is a 3 degree guitar pin with the slot through the skirt like the size 1T pin but with a slightly smaller shaft diameter. These are .205" diameter at the top of the tapered shaft rather than the .210" of the size 1. In bone and fossil ivory. Blueridge Guitar Bridge Pins in bone and fossil ivory = Size 1T or 1.3T. Best to measure (see "Measuring" info below this chart) Guitar straps usually come in one of three different materials - Leather, Fabric, or Suede. Leather Guitar Straps tend to be the most popular we sell - rugged enough to handle the rigours of touring, but retaining a stylish aesthetic.