How Deep Should My Nut Slots Be?

There is no definitive answer to how deep your nut slots should be. Depending on the string gauge you use, your tuning, the action of your guitar, and your personal playing style, the depth of the nut slots can vary.

If you use lighter gauge strings, you will want shallower nut slots so that the strings don’t buzz when you play. If you have a guitar with a low action, you will also want shallower nut slots.

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If you tune your guitar down to lower tunings, you will need deeper nut slots so that the strings don’t slip out of place. Ultimately, it is up to you to experiment with different depths to see what works best for you and your guitar.

A good rule of thumb is to start with shallow nut slots and then gradually make them deeper if needed. It is much easier to make nut slots deeper than it is to make them shallower, so it is best to err on the side of caution.

When in doubt, consult a guitar technician or luthier for help in setting the depth of your nut slots.