Steadfast Designs has launched the Steadfast Stopbar™, a patented aluminum tailpiece that aims to eliminate string-change stress and keep guitars in tune longer. Designed for any guitar with a traditional Tune-O-Matic/stopbar setup, it reimagines the conventional stringing process by anchoring the ball-ends at the tuner and locking the free ends at the tailpiece with precision set screws.
The goal: faster string changes, improved tuning stability, and better tone from a stronger, lighter material than most factory-equipped stopbars. It's intended for gigging musicians, studio guitarists, guitar techs, and anyone who would like fast and easy string changes with better tuning stability and tone so they can get back to playing sooner and sound better too.
Key features of the Steadfast Stopbar™ include:
- Patented string-locking design aims to remove stress and cut restringing time by up to 75%.
- Innovative double-locking arrangement: created by precision set screws (at the tailpiece) and the string’s ball-ends (at the tuning post). Your guitar’s tuning stays put better than ever.
- CNC-machined in the USA from billet 6061 aluminum: stronger, lighter, and more resonant than the material used in most stock stopbars, with better sustain and clarity.
- Drop-in replacement is fully compatible with US and metric spacing. No drilling, no permanent modifications, zero impact to resale value – and easy upgrade to install.
- Available finishes: Nickel Plated, real 24K Gold Plated, black anodized, and silver anodized.
See the Steadfast Stopbar™ in action: https://www.youtube.com/@SteadfastDesigns
The Foundation Series is available now in five configurations: Faded ($99), Studio ($104), Pro ($109), Standard ($129), and Custom 24K Gold-Plated ($169). For more information on Steadfast Stopbars™ visit www.steadfaststopbar.com.














