So Banjo Ben, I have this problem with my low G string, where if I fret it on the fourth fret it is very sharp, compared to my tuned B string. Does that have to do with my bridge placement? because if I change the bridge when I fret high on the strings they're either sharp or flat.
I've been drooling over these tuners for some time now and will probably have to pull the trigger on them. You boys like keeping me poor! ;) Can I purchase a couple additional buttons from you all as well or do I need to get them directly from Rickard? (Can't have my D-Tuners sporting different buttons.)
Haha, that's awesome! I believe you'll have to go to Rickard or we can order them for you, save you on international shipping since they're in Canada. Call us at the shop and tell us what you want and we'll get it in quick: 833-226-5623
I should've watched your video BEFORE ordering my tuner pegs, Ben. The $50 set came in. Pearl, nice chrome. But as I tried screwing in the threaded barrel nut into the tuner post they all only screwed easily in for about 2 turns before stopping. So my experience with such is that they are MIS-MATCHED in the threads. I thought to myself, "Surely not!" Brand new?? But then upon a closer look I noticed that the tuner post female thread piece was made of COPPER, a softer metal than chrome, of course. So my intuitive thought is, "Were they designed that way? So as the barrel nut is screwed down into the tuner post insert the chrome threads expand into the copper receiving threads for a stronger, more permanent fit?" I'm guessing here as I've no experience at this. My original thought when ordering the tuner pegs was that it would prove as easy as your video shows. So based upon your answer, I'll either use them with the older insert posts or send them back. Or use the new posts with EXTRA FORCE in tightening them down. Thanks in advance. Stan
I know I'm 3 years late to the video but I have a question for Ben or anybody that knows banjos I picked up a rb250 a little while back that has schaller d tuners on the 2nd and 3rd and I'm wanting to replace them with Keith's, however I've found out that the Schallers have a 10mm post diameter while keiths are the standard 3/8. So, with that being said could I just swap out the tuners or am I gonna have to plug the holes and re-drill?
Interesting I own a (Japanese-made) Iida banjo from the late 70s. Modle #233. and it has the identical neck!? . same "bowtie pattern" pearl inlays. just an observation. Hmmm?
Hey Jake! I’d like to put amber buttons on my Baldwin. I have buttons I like but haven’t attempted to mess with it because (as I understand it) they won’t fit my 2 Keith tuners on 2 and 3 without being cut. Do you have any advice for replacing all the old buttons to ambers while accommodating the Keith tuners ?
No, not as tight as possible. If you tighten too much you can't turn the tuner, so back it off enough so that it turns easily but the tuner does not slip out of tune.
I have a question for professional banjo player, if I have a banjo that has tuning pegs on the side of it is it possible to make the tuning pegs face backwards? If it is on the side of the head.
This was so helpful! I have been slow to install my Rickard tuners, but now that I see how easy it is, I'll do it with confidence today!
Thank you very much for this explanation, I m gonna change my very bad tuners 4/1 rate for new ones
Is it the same process to replace banjos with guitar style tuners?
It looks amazing I cant wait to see you play this instrument😁
Thank you. You were so helpful and informative
Those will be great for a Flamenco guitar, what the shaft diameter?
So Banjo Ben, I have this problem with my low G string, where if I fret it on the fourth fret it is very sharp, compared to my tuned B string. Does that have to do with my bridge placement? because if I change the bridge when I fret high on the strings they're either sharp or flat.
Thanks, Jake, this was very helpful.😎
I have a set of these going on my Firebird V.
I've been drooling over these tuners for some time now and will probably have to pull the trigger on them. You boys like keeping me poor! ;) Can I purchase a couple additional buttons from you all as well or do I need to get them directly from Rickard? (Can't have my D-Tuners sporting different buttons.)
Haha, that's awesome! I believe you'll have to go to Rickard or we can order them for you, save you on international shipping since they're in Canada. Call us at the shop and tell us what you want and we'll get it in quick: 833-226-5623
I should've watched your video BEFORE ordering my tuner pegs, Ben. The $50 set came in. Pearl, nice chrome. But as I tried screwing in the threaded barrel nut into the tuner post they all only screwed easily in for about 2 turns before stopping. So my experience with such is that they are MIS-MATCHED in the threads. I thought to myself, "Surely not!" Brand new?? But then upon a closer look I noticed that the tuner post female thread piece was made of COPPER, a softer metal than chrome, of course. So my intuitive thought is, "Were they designed that way? So as the barrel nut is screwed down into the tuner post insert the chrome threads expand into the copper receiving threads for a stronger, more permanent fit?" I'm guessing here as I've no experience at this. My original thought when ordering the tuner pegs was that it would prove as easy as your video shows. So based upon your answer, I'll either use them with the older insert posts or send them back. Or use the new posts with EXTRA FORCE in tightening them down. Thanks in advance. Stan
I hate to hear that. Did you order them from us? Please give us a call and we'll do all we can to help you.
@@BanjoBen Sorry I didn't make that clear, Ben. No, I ordered them from another music store. I'll call you. Thanks for such a quick reply.
I know I'm 3 years late to the video but I have a question for Ben or anybody that knows banjos
I picked up a rb250 a little while back that has schaller d tuners on the 2nd and 3rd and I'm wanting to replace them with Keith's, however I've found out that the Schallers have a 10mm post diameter while keiths are the standard 3/8. So, with that being said could I just swap out the tuners or am I gonna have to plug the holes and re-drill?
Interesting I own a (Japanese-made) Iida banjo from the late 70s. Modle #233. and it has the identical neck!? . same "bowtie pattern" pearl inlays. just an observation. Hmmm?
A lot of banjos borrow designs from popular banjos at the time they are made I got a "gagliano" from the 70s that looks like 10 other banjos
I can’t figure out how they could make them with a gear ratio greater than 1:1.
4:1 tuners usually use Planetary gears. the Rickards use cycloidal gears.
Are these tuners still available?
Hey Jake! I’d like to put amber buttons on my Baldwin. I have buttons I like but haven’t attempted to mess with it because (as I understand it) they won’t fit my 2 Keith tuners on 2 and 3 without being cut. Do you have any advice for replacing all the old buttons to ambers while accommodating the Keith tuners ?
Give us a call at the store: 833-226-5623 Thanks!
Hi Adam🤗
Can I install them on my guitar?
how tight should the screw that is actually in the tuner (the part you see) be? as tight as possible or with a little more room?Thanks!
No, not as tight as possible. If you tighten too much you can't turn the tuner, so back it off enough so that it turns easily but the tuner does not slip out of tune.
Good vid. Im gonna replace guitar style with this type.
I have a question for professional banjo player, if I have a banjo that has tuning pegs on the side of it is it possible to make the tuning pegs face backwards? If it is on the side of the head.
Yes
What is name of instrument
Gibson
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