Detail 01
Solid brass, not plated
Dense all the way through. The mass and stiffness are consistent, and wear does not expose a different metal underneath.
Product detailSKU #1273887994737
D'AndreaTone Pins Brass Bridge Pin Set Solid Brass
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A set of solid brass bridge pins for acoustic guitars, swapping the stock plastic pins for a denser material that changes string coupling.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Acoustic players wanting more attack and sustain from the bridge
- Replacing worn, cracked or loose plastic pins
- Fingerstyle players chasing more note separation and clarity
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want a warmer, softer top end from their acoustic
- Anyone with a slotted bridge needing slot-matched pin geometry
- Electric or classical guitar owners — these are steel-string acoustic parts
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
Brass versus plastic pins
Denser material transfers more string energy into the top. Usually more attack, sustain and upper-midrange definition.
Detail 03
Bridge pin function
Pins wedge the ball end against the bridge plate. Fit at the taper matters more than the pin head.
Detail 04
Added mass at the bridge
Extra weight at the bridge can tighten low-end bloom. Some guitars gain focus, some lose warmth.
Detail 05
Full set
Six pins, so all strings share the same material and taper instead of a mixed set.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Pin taper and diameter vary by guitar. A too-large pin will not seat and can split the bridge.
- 02You need a pin puller or a padded slot tool — prying with pliers marks the bridge.
- 03The tonal change is real but subtle. Keep the stock pins to swap back.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will brass pins make my guitar louder?
Usually a bit more attack and sustain rather than raw volume. The effect varies by guitar — a lightly built top responds more than a heavy one.
02Will these fit my acoustic?
Bridge pin tapers vary between makers. Measure your existing pin diameter and taper before installing, and never force a pin that does not seat freely.
03How do I remove the old pins?
Detune and slack the strings, then use a pin puller or the notched slot on a string winder. Lever against a cloth so you do not dent the bridge.
04Do brass pins wear out?
Solid brass lasts far longer than plastic and will not crack or split. The string ball end may groove the pin slot over many changes.