Gotoh GE1996T-B Black

Gotoh GE1996T Black Tremolo — Double-Locking Stability for 6-String Guitars

The Gotoh GE1996T Black is a premium double-locking tremolo system engineered in Japan as a high-quality alternative to the original Floyd Rose design. It is a direct-fit replacement for many FR-style routings and ships with everything needed to upgrade a 6-string electric guitar. The GE1996T Black tremolo is the right choice for players chasing reliable tuning stability during aggressive dive-bombs, squeals, and floating-bridge setups.

What Sets This Tremolo Apart

Gotoh builds the GE1996T around a hardened steel baseplate and hardened steel saddles, both of which resist the wear that causes cheaper licensed tremolos to drift out of tune over time. The patented Stud Lock system locks the posts solidly in place once the correct height is set, improving sustain and keeping the bridge returning to the same position after every whammy move.

Materials and Construction — Built for Daily Tremolo Use

Component quality is what separates the GE1996T from entry-level licensed tremolos. The baseplate, saddles, and posts are all hardened steel, while the tremolo block is machined brass for a balanced feel and tone.

• Baseplate: Hardened steel — resists pivot wear so the bridge returns to pitch after every motion
• Saddles: Specially processed steel — rounded edges prevent string binding and extend saddle life
• Tremolo Block: Machined brass — available in 33 mm, 36 mm, or 40 mm depths to match different body routings

Dimensions and Fit — Drop-In Replacement for FR-Style Routings

Choosing the right block depth and confirming body routing is essential before installation. The GE1996T is designed as a near-direct swap for original Floyd Rose tremolos, with familiar spacing and a left-handed version also available.

• String Spacing: 10.8 mm — matches standard FR-style layouts
• Saddle Radius: 350 mm — comfortable for most factory fretboard radii
• Stud System: Patented Stud Lock — locks post height in place for better sustain and return-to-pitch accuracy

What's in the Box — Everything Needed for Installation

The package includes the assembled tremolo plus all mounting hardware, so most players can complete the swap without sourcing extra parts. A locking string nut is sold separately and should be matched to the instrument.

• Included: Tremolo arm, locking studs, spring holder, tension bar, four springs, screws, and a custom set of hex keys
• Locking Nut: Sold separately — pair with a Gotoh GHL-1, GHL-2, or FGR-series nut sized to the neck width
• Finishes Available: Chrome, Gold, Cosmo Black, Black, and Cosmo Black — to match a wide range of guitar aesthetics