Locking tuner for EVH Wolfgang for low tunings

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I have a hardtail EVH that I would like to tune lower, like B/drop A. The tuner holes are fairly small, I think 56 was a tight fit IIRC. Can you recommend some locking tuners that would work for this headstock and can fit larger strings?

 

[bjjman]

You would likely be able to drill or file the existing tuner to get it to fit. Easy job and saves you buying new tuners. If you drill - use eye protection!

 

[The Mirror]

Or unwind the uppar part of the string (between tuner and nut, never further).

I use Schaller M6 and I don't want to drill them. 56 is also their upper limit.

I just take pliers and undo the outer winding of the string. It's a bit of work but never had any problems with it.

 

[Relic]

I picked up 2 different sets for my hardtail Wolfgang standards. Wasn't an easy task due to the lack of info online and the fact that they're 2-pin locking tuners.

Best quality ones: Graph Tech PRL-8311-C0 (https://www.amazon.com/PRL-8311-C0-Graphtech-Sintonizadores-derecho/dp/B01JJXDTBA). I've put a .64 into the lower E with these, no issues.

Half the price but slightly tight fit: Tone Ninja 2-pin locking tuners 20:1 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/115923721220). I've put a .60 into the lower E on these, no issues.

Hope that helps!