Sterling HS 5 String Bass - Vintage Mint Green 3 Ply Tuning Machines

Sterling HS 5 String Bass - Vintage Mint Green 3 Ply Tuning MachinesThis replacement pickguard is made specifically for the Sterling HS 5 String Bass, cut with one Humbucker in the bridge position and a singlecoil in the neck. Made from 3 ply vintage mint green material measuring 2. 28mm thick with a black middle layer. 45 degree bevelled edge.

Therefore the existing inserts will need to be removed from the body to be able to fit the replacement Gotoh posts and inserts

A small rasp file can be used for this

For later model Musicmaster please see BR-5600 series guards

Made from 5 ply black/white/black/white/black PVC plastic material

Please see JBAD5-300 for the present 22 fret 5 string Jazz Bass Deluxe pickguard

Superficial cracks and aging

Also available as non-relic plain version

Allen key for pole piece adjustment not included - please click the Related Products tab to order an AW2

5mm diameter slot head

PLEASE NOTE: This mounting screw pattern is NOT the same as Fender's vintage tremolo - please check measurements listed below

This then screws into the trem unit like a normal vintage bridge but there is also a small grub screw on the bridge unit to tighten the arm and lock it in position

This model Strat had some very innovative electronics