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GEAR REVIEW - Guitar / Bass Tuner - Rockboard ST 01 (by Warwick)

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GEAR REVIEW - Guitar / Bass Tuner - Rockboard ST 01 (by Warwick)

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Warwick Tuner.

Build quality

  • Warwick tuners on Corvette Standard models are reportedly made in China and tend to fail more frequently than expected.

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  • Some owners report the Warwick tuners snapping unexpectedly, with specific mention of German-made models from 2005 and 2008 experiencing this issue.

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  • Gotoh GB707 tuners are praised for their sturdier, beefier posts compared to Warwick's original tuners.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Hipshot replacement tuners are recommended over locking tuners for basses without a tremolo bridge.

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  • Hipshot Ultralite 3/8" tuners are frequently recommended as a direct replacement for problematic Warwick tuners, though some debate exists on whether 3/8" or 1/2" is needed.

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  • Hipshot USA Ultralite Tuner HB6Y 3/8 inch is a recommended replacement, offering an open gear design.

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Features and functionality

  • Traditional tuners with a slot on top and a hole in the middle can function as locking tuners if strung correctly.

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User experience

  • Locking tuners are deemed unnecessary for bass guitars, with users pointing out they primarily save time on string changes or are used with tremolo bridges.

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  • Some Warwick tuners from 2000-2015 are known to break, prompting many users to replace them entirely rather than repair.

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Comparisons

  • Sperzel locking tuners are noted as unnecessary for bass, with some considering them merely adapted guitar tuners with larger buttons.

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Other

  • It's noted that Warwick tuners might be Gotoh or similar clones, suggesting quality variations or clone inconsistencies could be contributing to breakages.

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Value and pricing

  • Gotoh tuners can be ordered individually for 5-string basses, avoiding the need to buy a full set.

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