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TUSQ by Graph Tech Nut 42mm Flat B0ttom Strat Nut PQ-5042-00

TUSQ by Graph Tech Nut 42mm Flat B0ttom Strat Nut PQ-5042-00

PQ-5042-00

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$15.02 USD
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The 5042-00 is a great option to upgrade the nut on your Fender-style electric guitar (or a guitar with similar specs).

It is pre-slotted for a quick and straightforward installation.

It is 3/16" tall so make sure that is enough height for your guitar.

 

The PQ-5042-00 is also available in a convenient 10-pack (LQ-5042-00).

Measure Length Thickness Height Str.Sp
inches 1.652” 0.126” 0.196” 1.388”
mm 41.98 3.22 4.98 35.25

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What is the Difference in TUSQ Materials?

TUSQ

TUSQ nuts have a rich tone without the inconsistency found in ivory, bone, and other natural materials. Bone and ivory have hard and soft spots (grain) throughout each piece, hampering the consistent transfer of vibrations to the guitar top. TUSQ nuts are designed to transfer the right frequencies more efficiently from the string to the guitar body.

Best for Acoustic Guitars.

TUSQ XL and Black TUSQ XL

TUSQ XL and Black TUSQ XL nuts are designed to boost guitar tone and performance. These precision-engineered nuts are made with a specially formulated material that couples the strings' vibrations to the neck and brings out the hidden harmonics and richness in every note. It is based on the highly resonant TUSQ man-made ivory but is permanently lubricated to improve the tuning performance of the guitar.

Best for Electric Guitars and BASS.

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 38 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 37 Total 4 star reviews: 0 Total 3 star reviews: 1 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
97%would recommend this product
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38 reviews
  • NW
    Nicholas W.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 days ago
    High quality, easy installation!

    If you have considered installing one of these nuts but haven't pulled the trigger, do yourself a favor and go ahead and do it! I have replaced the nut on three of my guitars with these nuts and I find them to be consistent and stable . I don't use tremolos on any of my guitars so I can't speak to how well they stay in tune if you are using your tremolo bar, but on a stop or blocked tailpiece they are great. Note, you may have to sand the bottom or sides to get a perfect fit; I just rub the nut on an emery board or piece of fine sandpaper until it fits.

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  • JP
    Jack P.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 months ago
    Great stuff

    After some modification to fit it works just fine 🙂

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  • DB
    Dezmond B.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 months ago
    Couldn't be any easier.

    I've never HAD to replace a nut on a guitar until I got a cheap kit Tele with an atrocious nut. All I did was measure the nuts I have on my other Fender style guitars and ordered one closest to it. Popped right in no problem. I play 9s and this needed no cutting or shaping. Will definitely return to Graphtech if I ever need another nut.

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  • NH
    Norman H.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 months ago
    Still love these things

    Put this on my super Strat and had the same amazing results as my pervious Strat install. Tuning is so much better and I love the clear and crisp tone it adds.

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    Graph Tech Guitar Labs Ltd.
    3 months ago

    That's awesome Norman! So glad you're getting those same amazing results on your second install - there's nothing quite like that feeling when you know exactly what upgrade is going to deliver. The tuning stability and that clear, crisp TUSQ tone really do make such a difference on any guitar. Thanks for being a repeat customer and for the fantastic 5-star review! Dave D

  • JM
    Jordan M.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 months ago
    Always a great product, always results in a tone upgrade

    One of my default upgrades when restoring an old guitar is to swap the nut wit a Graphtech. If I have a guitar without it, its definitely on the todo ;) great products and selection.

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    Graph Tech Guitar Labs Ltd.
    5 months ago

    Thanks Jordan! Dave D

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