Luthier Parts & Tools

Gotoh

Gotoh began manufacturing stringed instrument parts in 1960 and is the only machine head manufacturer in Japan. Their parts are sold worldwide and are a common choice of musical instrument makers.
Tuners - Gotoh, Relic, SD90, keystone, 3 per side, aged nickel
1:15 gear ratio. Hardware included. Relic series tuners are designed to create unique textures reminiscent of those found in vintage equipment.
$45.95
package of 6
Tuners - Gotoh, SD91, Vintage Oval Knob, 6 in line, left-handed
Set of 6-in-a-line. 1:15 gear ratio. Screws & hardware included.
$36.95
package of 6
On Backorder
Tuners - Gotoh, SD91, Vintage Oval Knob, 6-in-line, Brass Posts
High quality SD91 tuners from Gotoh with brass posts and internal washers. Brass posts were used by Gibson® until 1975 and by Fender® until 1966. Unlike the common steel components, brass string posts and internal washers improve vibration transmission, resulting in a sound that is similar to the original vintage tuning machines. This 6-in-line oval button tuner set includes all bushings and mounting screws.
$36.95
package of 6
Tuners - Gotoh, SGS510Z MG, Mini 510 Locking, 6-in-a-line
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SGS is the smaller model of SG510 series and use a 18:1 gear ratio. The SG510 series has evolved through improvement without compromise at any stage and come equipped with a considerable application of high-technology as standard. With the improvement of precision fitting gears, marvelous touch on playing—they have gained a considerable reputation and are trusted as the No.1 machine head by many musicians all over the world. Mounting hardware included.
Starting at $89.45
package of 6
Tuners - Gotoh, SGV510, Midsize 510, Metal Knobs, 3 per side
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The SGV510 series are recognized the world over as one of the top performing super tuners on the market. These feature an 18:1 gear ratio. They have evolved through improvement without any compromises along the way. The come equipped with a considerable amount of high-technology as a standard. With the improvement of precision fitting gears which give a marvelous touch on playing they have gained a considerable reputation and are trusted as the No.1 machine head by many musicians all over the world. These are three-on-a-side. Mounting hardware included.
Starting at $69.80
package of 6
Tuners - Gotoh, SG301, Grover Style, Keystone, Chrome, 3 per side
Grover style machine heads with threaded bushings for 10mm (13/32") diameter peg holes. Superior professional grade quality and precision made for those who demand nothing but the best for their guitars without breaking the bank. Featuring an 18:1 Gear Ratio and Gotoh's "Rock-Solid" technology so you dont have to worry about a post being misangled causing unproper tension on the strings. Hardware Included
$49.95
package of 6
Tuners - Gotoh, GB528, Res-O-Lite, Vintage Style Bass, nickel, 4 in line
Direct Drop-in compact bass machine heads with threaded bushings for 9/16'' diameter peg holes. Gotoh's Res-O-Lite machine heads are extremely light weight (59.2 grams each) from aluminum alloy to make for a less neck heavy bass. Features a 26:1 Gear Ratio. 4 In Line config, fits many Standard American and Mexican basses. Also the key post can be removed and replaced on opposing side. Come in 4 on a side. Mounting hardware included. Super lightweight bass machine heads. Bass guitars have weighty machine heads and by their very nature have always suffered from “neck-dive”. With the advent of 5 and 6 string basses, this tendency became still more acute, making long sessions uncomfortable for the musician. The RES-O-LITE series was developed to solve this problem. By chiefly using the special alloy “duralumin”, excellent weight savings are achieved.
$100.55
package of 4
Locking Nut - Gotoh, FGR-2, for Floyd Rose Style Tremolos, Top Mount, 41mm
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Gotoh locking nuts are superior quality locking nuts that directly replace original Floyd Rose and Floyd Rose style locking nuts. Top mount. Width: 41mm (1 5/8") Radius: 360mm Included: Retainer bar, screws, wrench. Locking nut for Floyd Rose tremolo units.
Starting at $17.95
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Bridge Saddles - Gotoh, S11, for Guitar, Brass, Chrome Finish
The Gotoh S11 is a high quality brass saddle set. This set offers the tonal advantages of brass for use with tremolo units as well as hardtail bridges. All mounting screws, springs, and height adjustment screws are included. For use with compatible bridges featuring a 52.5mm string spacing.
$30.55
package of 6
Tuners - Gotoh, SD90 MG, Vintage-Style Locking, nickel, 3 per side
These Gotoh® Vintage Style locking tuners are a retrofit design to a vintage-sized peghole that maintains that classic look with no drilling or modification to your headstock. These are 3 per side individual tuners (not on a plate) just like the originals but with the Gotoh Magnum Lock system built into the string post. This set comes complete with 3 per side tuners. Mounting hardware included.
$46.35
package of 6
Tuners - Gotoh, GB707, Compact for Bass, chrome, 4-In-Line
Precision 20:1 gear ratio enclosed Bass Guitar tuners. With a 7/16"-diameter string posts and threaded hex bushings. They require a 9/16"-diameter peghole for installation. Featuring sealed lubricated, cast housings and metal knobs. Mounting screws are included. Mounting hardware included. For 4-string bass. 4 in a line.
$39.95
package of 4
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Tremolo - Gotoh, 510T-FE2, Chrome, Low Friction, retrofit
A newly fashioned design from Gotoh® with almost no internal friction. Designed to directly retrofit the mounting hole pattern of a vintage tremolo. You can use this bridge to replace a conventional, Hardware included.
$89.95
Tuners - Gotoh, SG381 MG, Locking Schaller-style Knob, chrome, 6-in-a-line
These super tuners are recognized as such around the world. The SG381 feature a 16:1 gear ratio and has evolved through improvement without compromise at any stage and come equipped with a considerable application of high-technology as standard. With the improvement of precision fitting gears, marvelous touch on playing---they have gained a considerable reputation and are trusted as the No.1 machine head by many musicians all over the world. These come with a metal keystone head and are perfect for your six inline setup. Mounting hardware included.
$44.45
package of 6
Tuners - Gotoh, FB30 Relic, for Bass, 4-in-a-line, Aged Nickel
The Gotoh Relic bass tuners are convincingly aged parts that are perfect for a vintage or relic'd bass. Parts from the Gotoh Relic series are uniquely worn for an aged look that offers the functionality of a new part.
$66.85
package of 4
Tuners - Gotoh, 40G2000, Lyra-style for Classical Guitar, 39mm, Gold
Gotoh’s 40G2000 classical tuners feature a 39mm spacing for classical guitars with vintage spacing. These tuners feature an intricate design along with the distinctive lyra ends. These parts are born from Gotoh’s latest, state of the art manufacturing processes. In order to breathe life into these parts and build the finest machine heads in the world, they are exquisitely finished by skilled artisans, with absolutely no compromise. The work of craftsmen on each individual part has gained the classic machine heads of this series, critical acclaim and trustworthiness in the eyes of musicians all over the world. These feature a 14:1 gear ratio for great tuning stability. Mounted 3-per-plate, 2 plates. Mounting hardware included.
$62.30
package of 6
Tuners - Gotoh, SGS510Z, Mini 510, 6-in-a-line, Chrome
The SGS is the smaller model of SG510 series. These high quality mini-tuners offer solid tuning stability and feature an 18:1 gear ratio. This 6-in-a-line set includes all necessary mounting hardware.
$74.85
package of 6
On Backorder
Tuners - Gotoh, SD91, Vintage Plastic Oval Knob, Nickel, 6-in-line
Machine heads without a sealed gear are criticized for not having the same smooth performance, efficiency and durability that sealed gear tuners have. The Gotoh SD series solves these problems by combining "Rock-solid" technology and the post collar or: "Self-Center Guide", found on enclosed gears in the base plate of the gear allowing the post to perfectly align itself with the bushing which attaches the gear to the headstock. The SD series uses a torque balancer to ensure steady rotation of the tuner button giving high quality sound performance as well as great functionality. Through its use of the ideal materials selected for each component part you also obtain a far superior sound. 6 in a line.
$36.95
package of 6
Bridge Saddles - Gotoh, S203, Vintage Style, Bass Guitar, nickel
Solid brass vintage style saddles for electric bass guitar. Set of 4 replacement bass guitar saddles.
$19.95
package of 4
Bridge Saddles - Gotoh, with Adjustable Pivot, brass, set of 3
Same brass saddles used on the WT3 Wilkinson by Gotoh bridge. Also a great upgrade on your stock vintage style bridge. Adjustable pivot for intonation while maintaining a vintage tone. Set of 3 2-string saddle replacements.
$42.30
package of 3
Tremolo Unit - Gotoh, GE101TS Relic, aged chrome
A tremolo-unit includes the following accessories. Arm, spring, spring-holder, wrench, stud-bolt, screws. U.S.A. threads screws. String spacing:
  • 56mm from low E string to high E string
  • 11.2mm between each string
$79.95
Bridge - Gotoh, BS-TC1 Relic, Brass In-Tune, Aged Chrome
Gotoh's unique grooving on the “In-Tune” saddles results in more exact intonation compared to traditional vintage-style saddles. Each saddle is reversible and can be used in any position. Titanium construction is used for rich harmonic overtones and long sustain. The brass saddles create a bright sound. 10.8mm string spacing
$52.20
Bridge - Gotoh, EV510T-BS Series Tremolo, Brass Saddles
Brass saddle version of the EV510T series tremolo bridge featuring Gotoh’s patented stud lock system and FST block. Gotoh 510T Series Tremolos are machined with Chrome Molybdenum Steel knife edges to withstand years of abuse and trouble free use. The tremolo block is designed to allow the strings to contact the saddle without touching the block as it passes through which increases sustain and tuning stability. Studs, anchors, claw with screws, springs, arm, and hex keys for adjustments are all included with this tremolo. Gotoh's original FST feature (PAT.) is located between the saddle and ball end. The large channel keeps the strings from touching the plate. This feature improves the tremoloʼs ability to return to the tuned position after using the tremolo arm.
$108.95
Tuners - Gotoh, SGL510, Midsize 510 Black Plastic, Chrome, 3 per side
The SG510 series are recognized the world over as one of the top performing super tuners on the market. These feature an 18:1 gear ratio. They have evolved through improvement without any compromises along the way. The come equipped with a considerable amount of high-technology as a standard. With the improvement of precision fitting gears which give a marvelous touch on playing they have gained a considerable reputation and are trusted as the No.1 machine head by many musicians all over the world. These are three-on-a-side. Mounting hardware included.
$90.00
package of 6
Tailpiece - Gotoh, GE101A, Height Adjustable Aluminum
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This aluminum height adjustable stop tailpiece from GOTOH features threaded adjustable studs and knurled bushings. Hardware included. Anchor bushings: M8x1.25, 25mm height.
Starting at $26.25