Guitar Maintenance: Measure & Adjust Your Guitar Nut (ELI5)

If your chords sound sharp, your open notes buzz, or your guitar just never feels “right,” the problem might be at the nut—and no, not the player! In this video, we’ll walk you through how to measure and adjust a guitar nut like a pro. You’ll learn: How to measure string height at the nut for perfect playability What tools you’ll need to make accurate adjustments The difference between too high (ouch, sore fingers) and too low (buzz city) Pro tips for filing nut slots safely without ruining your guitar Perfect for beginners who want to finally understand what the nut does, and for aspiring guitar techs ready to take on one of the most important setup skills. This is the must-see guide to unlocking comfort, tuning stability, and tone. Grab your guitar, your feeler gauges, and a steady hand—by the end of this video, you’ll know how to tame the nut like a pro. Check Out: Nut Files Amazon Link: https://amzn.to/4e3BVoJ Nut Height Gauge Amazon Link: https://amzn.to/4d5saW1 Website: https://Musicnomadcare.com Time Stamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:27 - Overview 00:52 - Shameless Plug 01:28 - Quick Nut Check 02:54 - Manage Your Gap 05:47 - Practice Necks 06:38 - Let's talk Nut Slots 07:16 - String too High 09:22 - Experience is the Best Teach 10:53 - Opening the end of the Gap (LP Users- It's a Must!) 12:07 - IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE 12:45 - String too Low 14:39 - Bone Dust & CA Glue 18:18 - Toothpicks Uses 19:01 - Final Repair Process