Detail 01
Headstock cradle design
Lifts the headstock so tuning machines clear the bench, letting you turn pegs freely without the neck tipping.
Product detailSKU #1274034478447
D'AddarioHeadstand Instrument Workbench Stand
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A small stand that cradles the headstock so a guitar lies flat and stable on a bench during restringing, setup, and cleaning.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Restringing at a bench without the neck rocking on the tuners
- Truss rod and nut work that needs the neck held level
- Cleaning the fretboard between string changes
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Storing or displaying a guitar upright between sessions
- Anyone needing a full neck rest for fret leveling work
- Players who never do their own setup or string changes
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Compact bench footprint
Takes little table space and packs into a gig bag pocket for repairs away from the workshop.
Detail 03
Supports the neck at one point
You still need the body resting on the bench, so a towel or pad under it prevents finish scuffs.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No body support or bench pad is included; supply your own towel
- 02It is a work stand, not for long-term guitar storage
- 03Check clearance for very large or angled headstocks before buying
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I store my guitar on this?
It is built for bench work, not storage. Use a proper guitar stand or wall hanger between playing sessions.
02Does it work for bass guitars?
It cradles a headstock the same way regardless of instrument, but bass headstocks are larger and heavier, so check the fit against your instrument.
03Do I need anything else to use it?
Put a towel or pad under the body. The stand holds the headstock only; the body rests on your bench.
04Is it worth it if I only change strings twice a year?
Marginal. Its value is in how often you have the guitar on a bench. Frequent setup work is where it earns its keep.
