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, SD90, Vintage Keystone-style, 3-per-side, Brass Posts
High quality SD90 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 3-per-side keystone button tuner set includes all bushings and mounting screws.
$38.58
package of 6
Tuners - Gotoh, SD90, Vintage Oval Knob, 3-per-side, Brass Posts
High quality SD90 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 3-per-side metal oval button tuner set includes all bushings and mounting screws.
$38.58
package of 6
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, SG381, Magnum Lock Trad, Schaller-style Knob, 6-in-a-line
Locking SG381 tuners from Gotoh. These tuners use the Gotoh Magnum Lock Traditional thumbscrew system that combines classic functionality with Gotoh technology. The SG381 features a 16:1 gear ratio and has evolved through improvement without compromise at any stage and comes equipped with a considerable application of high-technology as standard. With the improvement of precision fitting gears and 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 come with a Schaller-style head and are perfect for your six-in-a-line setup. Mounting hardware included.
$50.95
package of 6
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Bridge - Gotoh, BS-TC1S, Vintage Tele, Cut-Down Sides, In-Tune Saddles
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Gotoh’s Telecaster bridge has the vintage look and mounting layout with a few modern additions: The In-Tune saddles give you the vintage look with unique grooves cast into the saddle to move the contact point of each string for more accurate intonation. Each saddle is reversible and can be used in any position. This gives you a huge advantage over traditional barrel style saddles that were never designed with precision intonation in mind. The brass saddles will give you that bright Tele twang! The stamped steel base plate’s cut down sides give you the unrestricted string access that many modern players prefer.
Starting at $44.95
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
Tuners - Gotoh, SGS510Z, Mini 510, 3 per side
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SGS is the smaller model of SG510 series and use a 18:1 gear ratio. The SGS510 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 $75.95
package of 6
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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Tremolo - Wilkinson by Gotoh, VS-100N, Two Point
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High quality tremolo featuring height-adjustable saddles that lock to a hardened steel baseplate. Threaded studs and bushings, springs, spring holder, allen wrenches and adjustable-tension arm are included. Looking for a great tremolo system for better tuning stability, string energy transfer and note sustain? Then you have found it right here. Hardware included.
Starting at $82.95
Bridge - Gotoh, Ti103B, Tune-O-Matic, Standard Post, Titanium Saddles
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A modern version of the Tune-o-matic style bridge for guitars. Pre-notched titanium saddles with an individual saddle intonation screw retained by mini hex nuts for each saddle. Standard mounting post style. Hardware included.
$68.50
Bridge - Gotoh, GE103B-T, Tune-O-Matic, Studs / Bushings Post
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A modern version of the Tune-o-matic style bridge for the solidbody guitar. Pre-notched saddles with an individual saddle intonation screw retained by mini hex nuts for each one. Threaded thumbwheel style studs and bushings and features hard zinc saddles. Hardware included.
Starting at $24.20
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
Locking Nut - Gotoh, GHL-2, for Floyd Rose Style Tremolos, Top Mount
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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: 1-11/16'' (43mm). Included: Retainer bar, screws, wrench. Locking nut for Floyd Rose tremolo units.
Starting at $21.95
Tuners - Gotoh, 35G1800, Classical Guitar, Engraved Solid Brass
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Gotoh’s 35G1800 classical tuners feature a solid brass construction with an engraved vine design. 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.
$65.95
package of 6
Bridge - Gotoh, GTC102, Hardtail for fixed-bridge Strats
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For non-tremolo fixed bridge Strat® style guitars that have through-body string mounting. Steel saddle. Saddle intonation can be individually adjusted. Mounting screws included. Hardware included.
Starting at $43.95
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
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
Knob - Gotoh, VK1-19, Dome, set screw, knurled for grip
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Fits .237" solid shaft pots. Set screw, .75" diameter, .73" height. Fits on Bourns miniature solid shaft pots.
$6.55
Tuners - Gotoh, SD90 MG-T, Magnum Lock Traditional, 3 Per Side, Nickel
Gotoh’s SD90-MG-T tuners offer the same classic look as the vintage Kluson-inspired SD90 series but also feature Gotoh’s Magnum Lock technology. These tuners lock using a thumbscrew to set the strings in place through the posts. The nickel plated stamped metal housing and press fit bushings make these tuners a great option for guitar players who are looking to mix vintage style with modern advantages. All mounting screws and press fit bushings are included with this set.
$63.20
package of 6
Bridge - Gotoh, GTC12, 12-String, for Electric Guitar
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Gotoh 12-String Bridge for Electric Guitar – This Twelve string bridge for Electric Solidbody guitars allows each string to be individually adjusted for intonation. Hardware included.
Starting at $42.00
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
Strap Buttons / Pins - Gotoh, EP-B1, Gibson® Style
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High quality strap buttons from Gotoh. Available in multiple finishes. This style matches the look of strap buttons used on many Gibson® guitars. Mounting screws are included with each pair of strap buttons.
Starting at $2.75
package of 2
Tuners - Gotoh, SD90, Vintage Keystone-style, 3-per-side
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Machine heads without a sealed gear are criticized for not having the same smooth performance, efficiency and durability that sealed gear tuners have. The 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. Mounting hardware included.
Starting at $31.40
package of 6
Strap Buttons / Pins - Gotoh, EP-B2, Vintage Style
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Gotoh’s EP-B2 is a high quality set of vintage style strap buttons that fit nicely on any guitar or bass. These buttons match the look of the classic strap buttons but are finely machined and plated for a high quality appearance. This set includes two strap buttons and two matching screws.
Starting at $2.80
package of 2