ZS-17F Slotted Replacement Nut for Basses (Common on Fender P-Bass)

$39.99

Material

Slots

The Zero Glide Replacement Nut System borrows the "zero fret" concept to reduce string contact in the nut by up to 93%, increasing tuning stability, playability, and open string tone. It only takes a few minutes to install with absolutely no permanent alteration to your instrument. For Fender Style "P-Bass".

Also available in Black Delrin.

Note: May not fit specific models. Check the sizing guide to be sure.

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See sizing guide for correct fit.
  • Length: 42mm (1-21/32")
  • Radius: 9.5"
  • Production Height: 5.5mm (7/32")
  • End Height: Bass:5.4mm (7/32") Treble:3.7 (9/64")
  • Fingerboard: 2.7mm (7/64")
  • Thickness: 2.5mm (3/16")
  • Fret Sizes: L, M, H, J (.035", .039", .043", .051")
  • String Spacing: 31.75mm (1-1/4")
  • String Gauges: .107", .083", .067", .047"
  • Special Notes: Larger String Gauges can be used, but slot will need to be widened (using a file or emoryboard)

Reviews

Nice Banjo Upgrade

Apr 18, 2016

The bone nut was easy to install. I sanded the length and depth with a table sander. The instructions are complete and easy to follow. Four zero frets of different sizes are included in the banjo kit--you try the smallest and work your way up until you have no open string buzz. Use medium viscosity cyanoacrylate (available from Stewmac) so you have time to set the nut and fret properly. I'm pleased with the results, improved tone, and hammer-ons and pull-offs are more defined.

Gregory Bell from Review pulled from Stew Macs Zero Glide Product Page
Zero Glide is an amazing product.

Oct 16, 2017

I bought a Gold Tone OB 150 Masterclone banjo that is equipped with a Zero Glide nut. This nut is amazing. YES it will help with tone. No more string binding with Zero Glide. Ever notice on a new instrument how when you are tuning up and on occasion you hear a sound like a string is catching in the slot You will not have that issue with Zero Glide. Once you actually play an instrument with a Zero Glide nut you will notice some differences. You may want to outfit all of your stringed instruments to Zero Glide. No need for slot files to set the action at the nut side of the neck. No more smoothing out string slots with high dollar files that snap really easy. No more using graphite or grease on the nut. Zero Glide takes care of that. Might be the first healthy choice for a nut for your instrument. Get one and install it. You will love it.

Ray Lawrence Jr. Review pulled from Stew Macs Zero Glide Product Page
Install On Fender And Classic Nylon Guitar

Nov 9, 2016

I installed this on a fender for my friend, he loves it.s like using a capo I recent bought a 12 string zero fret and installed it on my Kirk Sands classic nylon and It truly makes a difference in tuning. No slip and holds well. William clamp

William from Review pulled from Stew Macs Zero Glide Product Page
Fixed my problem perfectly!!

Oct 18, 2020

I was having a very hard time finding the right nut replacement for my mandolin. Finally found this one at StewMac. Have never used the zero glide before, but this one works great. Had a good deal of sanding to do for a perfect fit, but it works great and sound is super on my mando. Thanks guys!!

Kenny Comeaux from Review pulled from Stew Macs Zero Glide Product Page
I am addicted to Zero Glide.

Apr 13, 2018

I wrote another review about Zero Glide and my Gold Tone OB 150 banjo. As many already know the Zero Glide Nut is standard equipment on the OB 150 banjo. Gold Tone has this nut on other instruments too. I like this nut system for a lot of reasons. I installed a Zero Glide nut on my Martin D custom and I even installed a Zero Glide on my Washburn M3SWK F body mandolin. Those stock plastic nuts on many of the entry level pro instruments just does not cut it. You are cheating yourself and your audience out of a lot of tone and sweetness that ears should be hearing. The Zero Glide nut does a world of wonders for my instruments. Do yourself a favor and get one on your axe. You may love it. I know I do. I am addicted to Zero Glide.

Ray Lawrence Jr. Review pulled from Stew Macs Zero Glide Product Page

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