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Alembic products => Alembic Basses & Guitars => Topic started by: moonliner on November 12, 2013, 12:55:28 AM

Title: Scalloped nut
Post by: moonliner on November 12, 2013, 12:55:28 AM

I've noticed scalloped, brass nuts on some of the early Alembic basses. Can anyone tell me what the idea is behind it?
 
thanks

Title: Scalloped nut
Post by: sonicus on November 12, 2013, 06:20:26 AM

I have one on both of my Alembic Modified  Guild Starfires of which I still own one of. As far as I perceive it is is just an aesthetic issue.
 
I think that an adjustable string nut adds much flexibility for your setup preferences instead.  
 
 Wolf

Title: Scalloped nut
Post by: jalevinemd on November 12, 2013, 11:38:51 AM

My Tiger replica has a scalloped nut. Completely ornamental. No functional advantage or disadvantage.

Title: Scalloped nut
Post by: moonliner on November 12, 2013, 02:38:04 PM

Ah, thanks for the info.