Drop Tuner on a Ken Smith?

[Dave Longenecker]

Hiya guys,

I'm wondering if it's possible to put in a drop-tuner (or 'de-tuner' - whatever they are called) on my KS 6 string bass. If any bass can handle the low frequencies - this one would.

I'm wondering if drop tuners are available for the KS tuners, and

is it feasible? I don't know if the string's detuning/retuning would wear out the brass nut. (NOT wanting that!)

I have a drop tuner on my Fender Reggie Hamilton 5 string, but the nut on that one is - hmm - what is it called - 'phenalic'? It's some sort of bone/plastic looking piece.

Thanks for the replies!

Dave