How Materials Make a Difference

The materials string instrument fittings are made from and how they are handled are crucial to their performance.  NERO parts are not just good; they are exceptional in that regard! Here are some of the variables the maker, dealer, and player should consider:

In composite fittings:

• Will they warp or deform over time? (NERO is nearly impossible to warp or deform. Our extensive testing included heat, cold, pressure, and humidity). Many of our competitors exclude this from their marketing.
• Is installation easy? (Our fittings were dimensionally designed for the most practical and low-cost installation. We consulted with many makers in this regard, as opinions and needs are various)
• Do the fingerboards carve well? (NERO fingerboards need minimal fitting, but makers have made comments like "It reminds me of when we could get really good Madagascar" and "It carved easily in both directions with no break-out.")
• Do they wear well? (NERO wears about 4 times better than ebony)
• Are they affordable (Our prices are significantly under other wood alternative products)
• Is the density of NERO different from traditional ebony? (Density is 1.2 kg/m³, about the same as good Madagascar ebony)
• How do they perform acoustically? (We have reviews from makers that overwhelmingly say that acoustically NERO is as good as ebony, and many like it because of its 100 consistency).
• Is the manufacturing process "clean?" (Our material manufacturer is certified as having a very low impact on the environment during manufacture. You can reference nerostrings.com for more details)

We have designed our NERO fittings to be nearly indistinguishable from traditional ebony and to take advantage of the material's superior properties to provide the dealer, maker, and player a reasonably priced, but excellent product!