How much to add a Floyd Rose to a guitar?
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How much to add a Floyd Rose to a guitar?
- If it is a direct fit- if nothing has to be modified- then it is going to be about $40–50 plus the cost of the bridge and strings.
- If you want a locking nut then add another $50 plus the cost of the nut.
- If body modification is required you shouldn’t be surprised at a $200+ bill for the work plus parts.
Can you install a Floyd Rose on any guitar?
They can be mounted on most guitars with only very little routing on top. And BTW, you’re going to suffer sustain loss if you put on ANY sort of tremolo.
How much does it cost to fix a Floyd Rose?
Re-String
| Restring acoustic or electric guitar | $5 per string/$26 for 6 strings |
|---|---|
| Restring bass guitar | $5 per string/$20 for 4 strings |
| Restring classical | $6 per string/$30 for 6 strings |
| Restring Floyd Rose | $7.50 per string/$40 for 6 strings |
| Restring 12 string | $45 |
Can you add a Floyd Rose to a Stratocaster?
Floyd Rose has announced its new Rail Tail tremolo, a full-contact, dive-only tremolo designed to retrofit your existing Strat-style six-point tremolo with no modifications to your guitar. Its unique features allow for adjustability to fit a variety of guitar bodies and for an easy DIY installation.
How much does a luthier cost?
A luthier will generally charge between $50 and $90 per hour for their labor. Most luthiers have a fixed rate for most common repairs and setups. For instance, a set up might cost $65 whether it takes 15 minutes or an hour. A refret will typically cost $200 whether it takes two hours or five.
How much does a fret job cost?
Refretting usually costs between $200 and $400, and it is worth it if you plan on playing that guitar. Especially if it is a more expensive one. Refretting cheaper guitars might not be a good idea since the whole procedure can cost more than you paid for the instrument.