THERE IS NO REASON TO ACCEPT A CHEAP PLASTIC NUT OR SADDLE WHEN YOU CAN ADD TONE WITH NUBONE Plastic nuts and saddles vary greatly; many are made without any consideration for the instrument, tend to be too soft or too brittle, even hollow, killing tone and sustain. NuBone is designed to enhance tone and is backed by 20 years of research and development. NuBone is a derivative of Graph Tech's highly resonant TUSQ material, manufactured to very close tolerances under high heat and pressure. We use specific ratios that contribute to NuBone's hardness, workability, appearance, and most importantly, guitar performance. Odorless when sanded, it is strong, outlasting and outperforming plastic. NuBone is the answer! HOW DOES IT SOUND? NuBone delivers clear highs, a nice low end with overall fullness and a balanced sound that has increased harmonics and volume. With similar tonal characteristics to our highly esteemed TUSQ, NuBone does not dampen vibration like plastic. WHY CHANGE YOUR NUT? No matter what type of stringed instrument you have, the nut is one of the most important parts of the overall performance, playability and tone of your instrument. It is amazing the effect of upgrading this small part will have on the health of your instrument. When nuts are worn out or poorly constructed, problems such as string buzz, fretting out and tuning performance are just a matter of time. Graph Tech precision molds and engineers it's nuts to create the most consistent tone, string balance as well as precise string spacing to create the perfect piece for your instrument. FREE Shipping within the 48 States of the continental USA. We ship worldwide. Buyers outside the 48 States of the continental USA please request a shipping quote prior to ordering.