Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Dead Ringer before you order.
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Yes — the Dead Ringer was designed to recreate that percussive, muted tone you hear on records by artists like Phoebe Bridgers, Taylor Swift, Sufjan Stevens, and Jeff Tweedy. You can install it or remove it in seconds, giving you both your guitar’s natural voice and the rubber bridge sound without buying another instrument.
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The Dead Ringer is made to fit most standard acoustic guitars and acoustic-style electrics. For the best fit, it should feel snug — you’ll gently press to insert it and slide it up against the bridge. It also fits many Telecasters and other electrics with similar bridge height, though fit may vary slightly.
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Every guitar is a little different, so each Dead Ringer comes with one 2 mm foam strip installed and three extra 2 mm strips you can add for height. The fit should always be snug but smooth — never forced.
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Nope. The Dead Ringer doesn’t change your setup, tuning, or intonation. It sits flush against the bridge, adding light tension under the strings to produce that rubber bridge tone — but without altering string length or pitch stability. Once removed, your guitar returns instantly to normal.
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No. The soft, body-safe foam rests gently against your guitar without scratching or leaving marks, and it won’t harm your strings or finish.
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The high-density foam and PLA+ frame resist wear, compression, and temperature changes, holding their shape even after extended use.
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Absolutely. It installs and removes in seconds and can be moved between guitars without losing grip or leaving residue.
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Functionally, they’re identical. The Standard is matte black PLA+, the Rosewood Edition uses a brown PLA+ with a wood-inspired look, and the Whiteout Edition features a sleek white matte finish. All sound and perform exactly the same — the difference is purely aesthetic.
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Some players use it on baritone guitars, ukuleles, or short-scale basses. It’s designed for six-string guitars, but we love seeing creative uses.
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No tools required — just slide it sideways under your strings, press down, and twist until it’s snug against the bridge. Check out our Setup Guide for a quick walkthrough.
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Every Dead Ringer is hand-built in Nashville, Tennessee, using premium, guitar-safe materials.
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All Dead Ringer pre-orders (and any bundles including one) will ship in January 2026, after all Kickstarter rewards have been fulfilled.
Accessories and merch without a Dead Ringer ship right away.
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Yes — we ship worldwide.
$5 USD flat rate for U.S. orders $10 and up, free under $10.
$20 USD flat rate for international orders.
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Because each Dead Ringer is built by hand, we only accept returns for defective or damaged items. If there’s ever an issue, reach out and we’ll make it right.
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Yes — check out our 2-Pack and 3-Pack options, or grab a Bundle that includes multiple colors and accessories.
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We’ve kept the Dead Ringer simple and reliable, but if anything goes wrong, contact us directly through the Need Help? page and we’ll take care of it. You’ll always hear back within 1–2 business days.
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Yes — creators, players, teachers, and gear reviewers can earn commissions for sharing the Dead Ringer. It’s free to join and takes less than a minute. Sign up here: