Help! Nut cracked

[Chandra]

I got a stingray 4 sl no 38442 .... there was slight problem with sound of the open A string but couldnt find out the problem until i was changing the strings today ..... its developed a crack right under where the string rests ... what are the options for a replacement nuts that i can go for .... i am from india and havent got any EBMM dealers here so have to get it done by a local luthier ... but what material do i use ? ......

 

[Movielife]

Hi! Id contact USA customer services. I bet they can arrange to send you a replacement nut

 

[Gravesend Black]

I thought EBMM does not send or sell spare parts.

 

[njhammer]

Definitely contact CS in SLO. Ernie Ball

Worst case, they'll point you in the right direction.

By the way, Nutcracker at Christmas? Very festive. Just sayin'.

 

[jlepre]

If the bass is not in warranty, I would just take it to a luthier, or at least order a new replacement nut. Cal Customer Service for guidance.

 

[five7]

CS has sent me repacement nuts before, call them.

 

[tbonesullivan]

Is it a compensated nut, or just a standard nut? If it's a normal nut, you should be able to get one made by any guitar tech/luthier. Based on your serial number I would say that it has an uncompensated nut. if for some reason it is compensated, then i'd say EBMM customer service is your best bet.

 

[Chandra]

thanks for all the suggestions ..... its not a compensated nut ..... i guess i'll try the US customer service first ....

 

[jlepre]

Or just take it to any luthier. They can make and install a new nut for you.

 

[tbonesullivan]

I would just take it to a luthier. Even if you get EBMM to send you a new nut, they are glued in, and will need to be installed by a professional.

 

[jlepre]

Echo-o-o-o-o..