MusicNomad Diamond Nut File Set MN 668

Start 360°

Set of Nut Files

Set of 6 files for electric guitars
With industrial diamond coating
Light diameter: .010", .013", .017", .028", .036", .046"
Grit (.010", .013", .017"): 280
Grit (.028", .036", .046"): 150
44 mm cutting surface
Innovative, round file design ('string-shape') for smooth, precise cuts
Laser-engraved size on the blade
Ergonomic handle and practical hole for hanging on the workbench
Perfect for simultaneous filing and polishing for new or existing groove slots
Ideal for most common nut materials (nylon, bone, graphite, TUSQ) and even works great on string saddles
Case dimensions (L x W x H): 7.6 x 15.2 x 3.5 cm
Incl. compact, light and stable aluminium case

Note: With proper use, the MusicNomad diamond-coated saddle file will last a very long time. Originally known from industrial applications, diamond is considered one of the most durable abrasives available. Only use these files for nuts made of bone, graphite, plastic or TUSQ materials, or for brass or zinc tailpieces. The files are not suitable for grinding steel. Clean the files regularly with a brush to remove grinding residues from the gaps in the diamond coating. If the grinding effect on the front part of the file wears off, the file can be turned in the handle to bring the less-used rear part to the front.

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

Available since June 2022

Item number 546585

Sales Unit 1 piece(s)

1.777 kr

Including VAT; Excluding kr200 shipping

Sales Rank

in Guitar Tools

For the most important job

Filing the nut slots after fret levelling is one of the most important and most critical jobs during a guitar setup. There are quite a few things that can go wrong, since every single slot must be precisely filed to an exact depth, width, angle, and distance to the next one – and, of course, the bottom of the nut slot must have the correct radius for the string type used. A wide range of nut files from various manufacturers are available on the market, but hardly any of these can boast the same sophisticated features as the Diamond Nut File Set from MusicNomad.

The right file every time

The MN 668 Diamond Nut File Set (further variants of this series are also available) comprises six individual nut files that are suitable for string gauges ranging from .010" to .046". Everyone who has ever held any type of file in their hands will immediately notice the unique design of the MusicNomad premium tools: The fine blade is securely integrated into an ergonomic handle that provides an extremely high level of comfort and optimum control for highly precise, smooth cutting, while the high-quality diamond coating ensures particularly fast and efficient nut filing as well as a long tool life. The scope of delivery of the MN 668 Diamond Nut File Set also includes a robust aluminium case.

MN 668 MusicNomad Diamond Nut File Set for electric guitars

For professional results

The MusicNomad Diamond Nut File Set is primarily aimed at users with skilled hands and a good eye for detail, such as professional guitar techs and seasoned hobby techs who know exactly what they are doing, but also ambitious beginners who will not be easily discouraged by a flat learning curve and a few overfiled nut blanks – after all, nut filing is one of the most challenging jobs in guitar making. To this end, users will find various helpful video tutorials with detailed descriptions on nut filing on the MusicNomad website. The MN 668 Diamond Nut File Set is the ideal solution for guitar manufacturers and service technicians who focus on electric guitars, but it can also be used for various other stringed instruments like acoustic guitars, mandolins, ukuleles, and banjos.

Case for the MusicNomad Diamond Nut File Set

About MusicNomad

MusicNomad was founded by Rand Rognlien, a specialist for automotive paint care products and a passionate hobby musician. When he launched the MusicNomad web portal in 2008 to build a network for himself and his fellow musicians along the lines of Facebook, he needed a strategy to raise the necessary funds. That was when Rand's extensive professional expertise came into play and he started to develop professional instrument care products for all kinds of materials and surfaces, from lacquer and metal to bare wood, which he soon complemented by a selection of special tools. Since then, MusicNomad has become a household name in music communities in over 50 countries worldwide and is the preferred choice of numerous renowned guitar manufacturers, such as Taylor Guitars and Martin Guitars.

Always within reach on the workbench

The MusicNomad premium nut files are usually kept within easy reach in their natural habitat – the drawers and tool boards of stationary workbenches. Before starting work, the instrument should be placed on a piece of cloth and a neck support such as the innovative MusicNomad Cradle Cube Neck Support (available separately). When filing a nut, utmost care must be taken to ensure that the file is slightly angled down towards the headstock in order to prevent issues such as string buzz. Measuring the nut slot depth after filing is child's play thanks to the MusicNomad Precision Setup Gauge Set, which can also be purchased separately. Last but not least, their ergonomically optimised design allows the MusicNomad nut files to be used over extended periods of time without causing hand fatigue.

22 Customer ratings

5 18 Customers 4 3 Customers 3 0 Customers 2 0 Customers 1 1 Customer

4.7 / 5

quality

Review guidelines

15 Reviews

Very good nut files

bahady30 11.11.2022

When you're want to file you guitar nut then look no further. I had a little hessitation because on the internet people where saying that the files become blunt in no-time. I don't know what meterial they were filing but this cuts through bone, Tusk, plastic, graphtech as boter. MusicNomad emailed me and they said that they changed the grid of the thinner files so they cut easier. I would not use these on sadles. I set-up a lot of guitars including nut maintenance and after 20 guitars there is still no wear visible. Good product.

Report

Do you believe this rating to be inaccurate or unacceptable for some reason? Please give us the reason for your assessment in the following text box and – if possible – your e-mail address for further questions.

Amazing tool - stupid box

Barcelli 25.10.2022

When most affordable guitars are made in Indonesia and China the need to be able to adjust your new guitars has increased dramatically. Some guitars are ok, some not - even from the same brand.
Cutting the nut is a delicate job and requires attention from the workers. So often i find the cut is not deep enough and this tool is perfect for the job. However the files come in premade sizes so if you use string thicker than the sizes of the files you need to invest more money - and the set is NOT cheap. But if the sizes fit your needs it does the job, but be careful when filing not to go too deep.
The set comes with a very nice box made in expensive materials but i still wonder why because once you unpack the 6 files the box is too small for storing all 6 files…….. ???? But of cause then you have a stylish box for picks, chewing gum or your home made smoking rolls… (!)
Combine the set with the little tool that measures and recommend the distance between the strings and the first fret to get a fair indication if you should file the nut or not (🤔)
Again, be careful…. I had to buy new nuts in order to learn to control my desire for filing deeper and deeper…..
But the box….. why ?

Report

aweful ergonomics

Kostas_ 02.02.2024

The file sits too deep in the yellow plastic handle. When I try to file a nut the yellow handle hits the headstock and/or the fretboard before the file can reach the nut slot. I tried it on a Les Paul and on a Fender and had this issue. I had to remove all the plastic and just weild the tiny file by itself. Unacceptable for this amount of money.

Report

Overal good product

Reimondas 08.08.2023

I'm happy with the results and time savings these files give me. Although one of the files lost it's edge after cutting only two nuts. I contacted MusicNomad and they sent me a replacement. Great customer service. Other files worked as intended.

Report

Read all reviews

MusicNomad Diamond Nut File Set MN 668

Set of Nut Files