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product_id: 8949217
title: "TUSQ by Graph Tech Nut 42mm Flat B0ttom Strat Nut PQ-5042-00"
brand: "graph tech guitar labs"
price: "RM140"
currency: MYR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
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# Wide slots for heavier strings 42mm flat bottom fit Pre-slotted for easy install TUSQ by Graph Tech Nut 42mm Flat B0ttom Strat Nut PQ-5042-00

**Brand:** graph tech guitar labs
**Price:** RM140
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Elevate your Strat game with the flawless fit and tone of TUSQ precision engineering!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** TUSQ by Graph Tech Nut 42mm Flat B0ttom Strat Nut PQ-5042-00 by graph tech guitar labs
- **How much does it cost?** RM140 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.my](https://www.desertcart.com.my/products/8949217-tusq-by-graph-tech-nut-42mm-flat-b0ttom-strat-nut)

## Best For

- graph tech guitar labs enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted graph tech guitar labs brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Perfect Fit, Zero Hassle:** Drop-in replacement for Strat models with precise 42mm flat bottom sizing—no filing needed.
- • **Pro-Grade Aesthetic Boost:** Classic bone color complements maple or amber necks, elevating your guitar’s visual appeal.
- • **Lower Action, Higher Comfort:** Slightly thinner and lower profile nut reduces string action for smoother playability right out of the box.
- • **Sleek, Durable TUSQ Material:** Ivory-white synthetic bone look that outlasts plastic and rivals natural bone in tone and longevity.
- • **Upgrade Your Tone & Playability:** Optimized slot width supports heavier gauge strings for lower tunings without compromising tension.

## Overview

The Graph Tech TUSQ 42mm Flat Bottom Strat Nut (PQ-5042-00) is a premium synthetic bone replacement nut designed for electric guitars, especially Strat-style models. It features pre-slotted wider string slots to accommodate heavier gauge strings, improving tuning stability and lowering string action for enhanced playability. Its durable ivory-white TUSQ material offers superior tone and longevity compared to plastic nuts, making it a trusted upgrade for serious guitarists seeking both performance and aesthetic refinement.

## Description

graphtech tusq nut - 42mm flat bottom strat

Review: Painless replacement for Squier Affinity Strat - I have a Squier Affinity Strat (2014 model) and while I have been using the same gauge of strings that originally came with it (9s), I have been wanting to try heavier gauges for lower tunings. But the original nut had very narrow slots, just big enough for the 9s or maybe 10s. Rather than filing the original nut and risking damaging it, I decided to buy a Tusq for experimenting. I used the Graph Tech website's measurement guide and found that this Strat model is almost exactly the same size as the original. A lot of discussions on the internet are wrong about that. Take the measurements and see for yourself! I received this Tusq nut and not only was it a drop-in replacement for the original, the slots were much wider as well! I tried a set of D'Addario EJ21 Nickel Wound 12-52 strings and they fit nicely with no adjustments needed. I suspect that for even heavier gauge strings, say 13s, I would need to widen a few of the slots. This setup brought me C# standard tuning with good string tension, and even down to B standard. The Tusq nut does sit lower than the original. In my case, that is a good thing. The original nut was too high, thus the action was too high. Being new to guitar playing, that was never a change I felt comfortable making. Now it's right where it needs to be for my taste. The other difference is it's slightly thinner than the original, and I mean slightly, it should be possible to slip something in the gap. Lengthwise, it sticks out a tiny amount at the edges, I might sand it flush with the fretboard at some point but it's barely noticeable. In terms of sound, I don't know how much difference the nut makes on an electric guitar, but it sounds good to me. As good as this cheap guitar can sound anyway. With the lowered action, corrected intonation, new strings, and possibly this nut, there has been an overall improvement in tone for me, so take that for what it's worth. I'm very pleased with this first Graph Tech / Tusq item and I would say you can trust that it's high quality and works properly, as long as you take the measurements for your guitar to know which model you need.
Review: Fantastic replacement nut... - I was given a Reverend Buckshot by a family member. It had a great graphite nut that was just a little too low on the treble side. Reverend makes GREAT quality mid-priced guitars, so I wanted to get this guitar back in good working order. When I went to remove the factory nut to shim it up a little bit, it broke in pieces, because it was apparently super glued in at the factory (really, only some light carpenter's/wood glue is all that's necessary). ...The Buckshot actually has a 12" radius neck, as opposed to 9.5" or 7.25", which is standard on many Fenders. The "42" designation with the TUSQ nut pretty much signifies that it has a 12" radius. Long story short, this nut basically dropped in w/o any need for filing or sanding. the other cool part is that it has the bone/ivory look to it, instead of the black graphite nut that was in the Buckshot. With the amber tinted maple neck, this nut looks a LOT better. The overall bottom line is that this nut has the Buckshot playing like butter - it really feels like a factory part! This isn't my first TUSQ nut, but the experience was so good that I just ordered another one for one of my other Fender'ish guitars. These nuts make it VERY easy to install a pre-slotted nut with relative ease, and the thing performs well, AND it will probably last a good long time, compared to plastic or bone (I have a TUSQ nut in another guitar that's seen over a decade of steady use now, and it's holding up really well).

## Features

- TUSQ
- Electric Guitar
- NUTS
- White

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004HR1MY0 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #19,988 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #45 in Electric Guitar Nuts |
| Body Material Type | Wood |
| Brand | GRAPH TECH GUITAR LABS |
| Brand Name | GRAPH TECH GUITAR LABS |
| Color | White |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 471 Reviews |
| Grip Material | TUSQ |
| Included Components | TUSQ Nut |
| Instrument | Electric Guitar |
| Item Dimensions | 1.65 x 0.13 x 0.2 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Pounds |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 1.65 x 0.13 x 0.2 inches |
| Manufacturer | Graph Tech |
| Material | TUSQ |
| Material Type | TUSQ |
| Model Name | Model 5042-00 |
| Model Number | PQ-5042-00 |
| Product Style | Single |
| Style | Single |
| UPC | 702725120888 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** GRAPH TECH GUITAR LABS
- **Color:** White
- **Item Weight:** 4.54 g
- **Material:** TUSQ
- **Style:** Single

## Images

![TUSQ by Graph Tech Nut 42mm Flat B0ttom Strat Nut PQ-5042-00 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/410XclmFYCS.jpg)
![TUSQ by Graph Tech Nut 42mm Flat B0ttom Strat Nut PQ-5042-00 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/611LJKgHvDL.jpg)
![TUSQ by Graph Tech Nut 42mm Flat B0ttom Strat Nut PQ-5042-00 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61fxWsk7QFL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the differnce between this and 5010-00, they are both listed for Fender Strat?**
A: The 42mm flat bottom nut is narrower (this dimension is listed as length) compared to the 5010-00 which is 1.764" or 44.81mm. The 42mm or 1.65" is intended to fit import Fender and Squier models and is made of standard Tusq material whereas the 5010-00 is made of TusqXL which is teflon impregnated and permanently lubricated thus the higher price. Keep in mind, they tend make them a little long so you can sand the ends flush with your fingerboard.

**Q: Will this fit 7.25 radius necks?**
A: My opinion is no.  I think I used this on a 12" radius strat neck. Check the graphtech website. It will give you a better idea which one will fit.  I don't know if they make 7.5" radius nut for strats/teles.  You may have to try a 9.5" radius one and sand the bottom to the radius of your fretboard. I have put graphtech nuts on all of my fender guitars. It is an upgrade.

**Q: My nut dimensions are 42mm wide, 3.5mm thick and 5mm tall. Will this work?**
A: It say the length is 42mm or 1.65 " so that is what you want. This nut fits The import Strat's, and Tele's, like Squire.

**Q: Is this nut size available in a tusq xl version?**
A: It says the Nut is 42mm in length and it fits import Strat's and Tele's like the Squire.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Painless replacement for Squier Affinity Strat
*by A***R on September 7, 2015*

I have a Squier Affinity Strat (2014 model) and while I have been using the same gauge of strings that originally came with it (9s), I have been wanting to try heavier gauges for lower tunings. But the original nut had very narrow slots, just big enough for the 9s or maybe 10s. Rather than filing the original nut and risking damaging it, I decided to buy a Tusq for experimenting. I used the Graph Tech website's measurement guide and found that this Strat model is almost exactly the same size as the original. A lot of discussions on the internet are wrong about that. Take the measurements and see for yourself! I received this Tusq nut and not only was it a drop-in replacement for the original, the slots were much wider as well! I tried a set of D'Addario EJ21 Nickel Wound 12-52 strings and they fit nicely with no adjustments needed. I suspect that for even heavier gauge strings, say 13s, I would need to widen a few of the slots. This setup brought me C# standard tuning with good string tension, and even down to B standard. The Tusq nut does sit lower than the original. In my case, that is a good thing. The original nut was too high, thus the action was too high. Being new to guitar playing, that was never a change I felt comfortable making. Now it's right where it needs to be for my taste. The other difference is it's slightly thinner than the original, and I mean slightly, it should be possible to slip something in the gap. Lengthwise, it sticks out a tiny amount at the edges, I might sand it flush with the fretboard at some point but it's barely noticeable. In terms of sound, I don't know how much difference the nut makes on an electric guitar, but it sounds good to me. As good as this cheap guitar can sound anyway. With the lowered action, corrected intonation, new strings, and possibly this nut, there has been an overall improvement in tone for me, so take that for what it's worth. I'm very pleased with this first Graph Tech / Tusq item and I would say you can trust that it's high quality and works properly, as long as you take the measurements for your guitar to know which model you need.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic replacement nut...
*by J***H on April 22, 2017*

I was given a Reverend Buckshot by a family member. It had a great graphite nut that was just a little too low on the treble side. Reverend makes GREAT quality mid-priced guitars, so I wanted to get this guitar back in good working order. When I went to remove the factory nut to shim it up a little bit, it broke in pieces, because it was apparently super glued in at the factory (really, only some light carpenter's/wood glue is all that's necessary). ...The Buckshot actually has a 12" radius neck, as opposed to 9.5" or 7.25", which is standard on many Fenders. The "42" designation with the TUSQ nut pretty much signifies that it has a 12" radius. Long story short, this nut basically dropped in w/o any need for filing or sanding. the other cool part is that it has the bone/ivory look to it, instead of the black graphite nut that was in the Buckshot. With the amber tinted maple neck, this nut looks a LOT better. The overall bottom line is that this nut has the Buckshot playing like butter - it really feels like a factory part! This isn't my first TUSQ nut, but the experience was so good that I just ordered another one for one of my other Fender'ish guitars. These nuts make it VERY easy to install a pre-slotted nut with relative ease, and the thing performs well, AND it will probably last a good long time, compared to plastic or bone (I have a TUSQ nut in another guitar that's seen over a decade of steady use now, and it's holding up really well).

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good $15 upgrade for your guitar.
*by P***M on April 18, 2025*

Bought this for a Bullet Mustang I'm modding. It was a direct fit replacement for the stock plastic nut. Not always the case with other applications I've used TUSQ replacement nuts on. I did lightly sand @ 1mm from each end to match the exact width of the fretboard. You wouldn't absolutely have to, but that's me. Two small drops of super glue, and it's in. String slots were right on..if you don't have appropriate sized nut files and some experience, you can likely do more harm than good. I use 11-50 strings on the Mustang, this TUSQ nut should be great for 10's.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Model 5042-00 Nut Slotted R12 L41.98mm - TUSQ
- Fender Locking Tuners Stratocaster Guitar Tuners, Polished Chrome, for Right-Handed Guitar, 1.7x10x4.5 Inches, Set of 6
- Fender F Neckplate Chrome

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