PRS winged locking tuners – how to use this darn thing?
Right side – how the pros do it
The PRS winged locking tuners have an unusual look and have developed a little bit of infamousness, as many guitar players were confused about how to use them properly. They date back to 1985 and have been installed in Paul Reed Smith guitars up to around 2002 so as a result, they ended up in a lot of guitars.
Do not get intimidated by these weird looking things. Learn how to use and enjoy them!
Personally, I have struggled a little with them in the beginning and have found limited resources on how to properly string a guitar with them, so I have decided to create this video. Once you get a hold of it, changing string is actually a breeze and they stay in tune extremely well.
So how do you feel about the PRS winged tuners in your guitar? I hope this video helped shed some light on the topic and make you appreciate them more.
I think they are one of the best features of a PRS, after 20years I think I have it sussed now lol , I would not have a PRS without them. Complete destring and restring and in tune in 5/10 mins.
Nice one, Chris! Good to see somebody appreciating these. I’m hoping to spread the message too :)