Professional dual-action truss rod for precise neck relief control. The StewMac Hot Rod Low-profile 2-Way Truss Rod is engineered for luthiers and instrument techs who demand strength, accuracy, and low-depth installation. This truss rod easily fits thinner necks and helps avoid excessive wood removal during installation.
The rod features a nickel-plated sleeve and smooth-turning nut that adjusts with a 4mm Allen wrench (not included). Designed for a straight 1/4"-wide x 3/8"-deep channel, this truss rod is ideal for guitars, banjos, and basses. Its powerful 2-way action corrects both upbow and backbow with precision. Shrink-wrapped steel rods eliminate rattling for quiet operation.
Pick the Hot Rod Truss Rod size you'll need:
(overall length includes the nut)
12-1/4" – Resonator guitars, acoustic guitars with 12th fret at the body
14-1/4" – Acoustic guitars with 14th fret at the body
18" – Electric guitars, banjos
24" – Basses
Intallation Channel size required
1/4"-wide x 3/8"-deep (6.35mm x 9.52mm)
Depth measured from the bottom of the fingerboard
Trusted by top brands including Martin, Ibanez, Squier, ESP, and Godin, this truss rod is a shop essential for both new builds and repairs.
BUILT TO LAST A LIFETIME: All StewMac tools and parts are backed by our Lifetime Promise for lifelong durability and our expert tech support is there when you need it most.