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Thomann Gibson Truss Rod Key
I use this truss rod key mainly for adjusting truss rods. However, being a bit of a loose canon, I have also used it to adjust other things including various screws and two-force members. While the description says that this is a key please be warned that the implement is less effective in this role. For example, when I lost the keys to a hire car recently it was the first thing I reached for. However, I found I had to hit it with a hammer to get it to fit into the door lock and also use a large pair of pliers in order to apply sufficient rotational force to satisfactorily engage the lock. A hammer and pliers are not provided with this product - you will need to order these from somewhere else. Moreover I would also suggest that you take out the full damage waiver at the point of hiring the car. While I cannot fault the product under normal use, my enthusiasm has been somewhat dampened because I have had to sell my guitar to meet the costs of returning the hire car to its original condition.
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Handy tool but with limitations
Delivery from Thomann was very fast, although the cardboard box was unnecessarily large for the two relatively small items ordered. I used the tool straight away to adjust the truss rod on a Gibson ES-339. It does fit, but very tightly - in my case I had to tap it gently into place using a wooden spacer to avoid any damage (I have plenty of experience working on guitars, so this was done carefully and deliberately).
If the truss rod nut is at all stiff, you’ll need more leverage than the handle comfortably provides. The handle is rather small and thin, and the cross-head screwdriver end can dig into your hand under pressure. I found it much better to slide a narrow pipe over the handle to improve grip, leverage, and control.
Once properly seated and with sufficient purchase, the tool works well. Removing it again required a few gentle taps to loosen it. One final point: the cross-head screwdriver tip is too large for the screws on the truss rod cover, so a correctly sized screwdriver is still needed—otherwise you risk damaging the screws.
Overall, a useful tool - but expect a tight fit and be prepared to improvise slightly for safe and effective use.
If the truss rod nut is at all stiff, you’ll need more leverage than the handle comfortably provides. The handle is rather small and thin, and the cross-head screwdriver end can dig into your hand under pressure. I found it much better to slide a narrow pipe over the handle to improve grip, leverage, and control.
Once properly seated and with sufficient purchase, the tool works well. Removing it again required a few gentle taps to loosen it. One final point: the cross-head screwdriver tip is too large for the screws on the truss rod cover, so a correctly sized screwdriver is still needed—otherwise you risk damaging the screws.
Overall, a useful tool - but expect a tight fit and be prepared to improvise slightly for safe and effective use.
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Perfect Fit
I bought this to adjust the neck of my 2011 Gibson 60's Tribute SG. It works perfectly.
It is also really handy that the other end of the Key is a screwdriver so all you need to adjust the truss rod is this one tool.
It is also really handy that the other end of the Key is a screwdriver so all you need to adjust the truss rod is this one tool.
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Worthwhile Investment....
I've seen stripped Gibson truss rod nuts...particulary remember a '78 "The Paul" which had a neck like a Longbow...very lucky to get the nut off at all..you also risk damage to the wood around the nut etc..if you can afford a Gibson,you can surely afford this..otherwise bring it to a tech who will have one already...
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Excellent Tool
Brilliant tool, does exactly what it ought without fuss. An all in one tool for adjusting a Gibson truss rod. Love the fact it has a philips driver attached for removing the cover and is angled to allow unhindered access to the truss rod.
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LJ
Fits!
It fits the hex nuts on my Gibsons tightly, so it does what it's supposed to do.
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JT
It's okay for the price.
Well built but has a couple of aesthetics flaws.
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Md
Works great for my Gibson les Paul, can slip between the strings even tho i have a string butler on
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DR
Now I don't have to go looking for a wrench that fits.
This is a very handy device for Gibson owners. If you've ever had to run around looking for a wrench that fit you beloved Gibson, you know what I mean. The phillips head end is also a nice touch. It lets you adjust your neck with just one tool.
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Works as intended
Solid and practical tool to keep in the case of the guitar. Fits perfectly Gibson Les Pauls.
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