Adding another string tree?

[rymac]

I have a strat style neck with one string tree for the E and B string.
When I bend the B string around 5th fret my finger goes under the G string and pops it out of the nut. I'm thinking of adding a string tree for the G and D string any thoughts??

[Rob Sharer]

You certainly can do, but keep in mind that it may cause tuning issues of you're a tremolo user. Another option is to go to Sperzel tuners, which have staggered posts to accomplish the same goal, i.e. increasing the break-angle over the nut. There are also other tuners with staggered posts, but Sperzel are my personal choice. If you go the string-tree route, you can always use some lubricant - graphite, Nut Sauce, etc. - where the strings touch the tree, in order to reduce friction. Try lubricating the nut slots as well, while you're at it, just on general principles. Good luck,

Rob

[Structo]

Check out the nut slot for the G string.

If you can deepen it just a bit it may keep it from popping out.

[rymac]

I have Sperzel tuners. The E and B string have the two shortest post then getting taller for the A and low E string. The nut is a Earvana. The nut slot is lubed but has a slight V shape that helps it slide out. I did the work so that's my fault. I'm wondering if swapping tuners with the E or B string and using it for the G string word work. Might just have to try it.

[Tinman]

With Sperzels, I use the tuners meant go with the E and B in the G and D spots. If you have a string tree for E/B, there is really no reason fo a shortened post in that position.