Classical machine heads

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Nick Payne
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Classical machine heads

Post by Nick Payne » Sat Dec 29, 2012 7:40 am

I just purchased a couple of pairs of machine heads for $30 each from an eBay seller (http://stores.ebay.com/Taisamlu-Musical). When they arrived I was quite pleasantly surprised by the quality. A nice thick sideplate, the posts that hold the shaft for the knobs and worm drive are actually cast as part of the sideplate and not riveted on, and the gears feel smooth with no backlash.
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Re: Classical machine heads

Post by woodrat » Sat Dec 29, 2012 1:35 pm

Hi Nick,,,they certainly look nicely made. I like the Florentine type finish. I will check them out.

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Re: Classical machine heads

Post by ozwood » Sat Dec 29, 2012 2:37 pm

I used some from the same supplier,except they were black and gold I was also impressed with the Quality ,Jeff highland had also used them, I think he was also happy,that supplier is also very reliable, I have had about 12 orders , all arrived promptly.

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Re: Classical machine heads

Post by Allen » Sat Dec 29, 2012 5:14 pm

These guys are very good, and many of the uke fraternity use them. Buy with confidence.
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Re: Classical machine heads

Post by Moonstruck » Wed Jan 02, 2013 10:20 pm

Wow. Looks like you got a bargain, assuming they perform well enough. Classical tuners can get VERY pricey.

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Re: Classical machine heads

Post by Kim » Thu Jan 03, 2013 12:04 am

Nice find Nick, they look to be pretty fine tuners. 8)

Thanks for the head-sup it'll come in handy for lots of forum members, myself included. :)

Cheers

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