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String Retainers

String Retainers

String retainers maintain the correct break angle over the nut on guitars with flat or angled headstocks — improving tuning stability, reducing string slippage, and ensuring consistent string tension across all positions. A small but important component, particularly on Stratocaster, Telecaster, and bass-style headstocks where the string path is relatively flat.

String Retainer Trees

Butterfly-style retainer trees that hold two strings at the correct angle. Sold in pairs with matching screws and washers.

  • Folded Chrome (x2) — classic folded metal design; includes screws and washers
  • Gold (x2) — includes screws and washers
  • Black (x2) — includes screws and washers

Roller String Retainer Trees

Roller-style retainer trees reduce friction at the contact point, helping strings return to pitch more reliably after bends or tremolo use. Sold in pairs with matching screws and washers.

  • Chrome (x2) — includes screws and washers

String Retainer Bars

Full-width retainer bars spanning multiple strings; ideal for flat headstock guitars requiring a consistent break angle across the string set.

  • Chrome Bar (59mm) — includes fitting screws
  • Gold Bar — includes fitting screws

Bass String Retainer

  • Bass Guitar String Retainer & Screws Set — holds bass strings at the correct angle over the nut for improved tuning stability and consistent tension