Fender Locking Tuners, 18:1, Chrome, Set of 6

Fender Locking Tuners are a six-piece set of short-post machine heads with an 18:1 gear ratio and chrome finish. The listing says they are designed for most modern-style Fender electric guitars with dual-pin mounting, so confirm your guitar’s mounting layout before buying.

At a glance

Locking posts clamp the strings, which the listing says can shorten restringing time and improve tuning stability.
Short posts are intended to increase the string break angle over the nut. The listing says this can eliminate the need for string trees across all strings.
Includes bushings, washers and mounting hardware.

Price

£65.00Save 6%

Reference price: ~~£69.00~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Six tuners are supplied as a matched set, with a stated 18:1 gear ratio.
The locking mechanism is intended to make string changes quicker than winding strings around conventional posts.
Customer feedback reports positive experiences with fit, installation and tuning retention.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Identity
Brand	Fender
Model	LOCKING TUNERS ALL SHORT CHR

Tuning and fit
Set size	6
Post style	All short
Gear ratio	18:1
Colour	Chrome
Stated fit	designed to fit most modern-style Fender electric guitars with dual-pin mounting configuration

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	0.1 Pounds

What to know before buying

Fit is stated for most modern-style Fender electric guitars with dual-pin mounting, not every Stratocaster or Telecaster. Confirm the headstock mounting layout before ordering. The listing does not give dimensions or a complete compatibility list.

What’s in the box

Included

Bushings
Washers
Mounting hardware

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Fender electric-guitar owners seeking a six-tuner replacement set with short posts and locking string clamps.
Players who want to reduce string winding during restringing and have a compatible dual-pin mounting layout.

Less suited to

Buyers who cannot confirm dual-pin mounting compatibility or need a documented fit for a specific non-Fender model.

Fender Locking Tuners, 18:1, Chrome, Set of 6 · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 299 ratings

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4 stars6%6%
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Customer feedback highlights easy installation, a good fit, quicker string changes and perceived improvement in tuning retention. Those reports are relevant to the set’s locking posts and stated Fender dual-pin fit, but do not establish compatibility with every guitar. Ratings are broadly positive, though a small minority are low, and the aggregate scores do not explain the reasons for them.

Positive themes

Customers report straightforward installation and a good fit.
Customers describe the tuners as holding tuning well and making string changes easier.

Frequently asked questions

How many tuners are included?

The listing describes a set of six short-post locking tuners.

What is the gear ratio?

The stated gear ratio is 18:1.

Will these fit any Stratocaster or Telecaster?

Not necessarily. The listing specifies most modern-style Fender electric guitars with dual-pin mounting. Check the mounting layout on your guitar before buying.

What else is listed as included?

Bushings, washers and mounting hardware are listed alongside the six tuners.