The Hub

The latest builds, repairs, and conversations from across Looth. Activity
Filters AND Search fender bass× Tag #fender× Reset all
Private member DiscussionGeneral Business

Fender, Schmender

Since most of us fix or make guitars, we have probably heard something about the cease and desist letters Fender has sent out concerning the Stratocaster. I thought I would offer some thoughts. As always, caveat emptor. There are three basic ways to protect intellectual property under Federal law. Patent, trademark, and copyright. Each protects different things, and has different underlying legal theories. Lets begin with pate…

Dusseldorffenderstratocaster
1 reply
1 reply
LikeShare
Private member
There is also a time limit to both Patents and Copyright (and Trademarks, though Trademarks can be renewed). Don't know how long they last in other countries, but Canada is normally 20 years. Copy…
Private member DiscussionElectric Repair

missing ferrule and screw on Fender branded Schaller lite bass tuner

Hi gang, I am looking, without success so far, for a ferrule and string on this gold fender tuner (made by schaller). Neither company has the spare part and I couldn't source it anywhere. Tips? Do you have something like it in a spare parts bin? I don't have a lathe but I could bribe a friend to make one if I can't find it. And the screw! Thanks for any help you might be able to provide. Ciao, Max

fendertunerspare ferrule
4 replies
4 replies
LikeShare
Private member
Have you considered contacting Schaller and seeing if they can ship the part you need? I've been amazed at how accommodating manufacturers can be. I know you can purchase single tuning machines (saw S…