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Set of 2
American-Made Cam Tuners
Heritage Signature Cam Tuner
A modern American-made banjo cam tuner designed to preserve the expressive bend-and-release sound of classic cam tuners while improving reliability, setup, and ease of use.
Key Details
Built for Expressive Tuning Movement
Length
2.75" with standard grained ivoroid button
Required headstock hole
5/16" or 8mm
Finishes
Stainless steel and gold plating
Buttons
Standard grained ivoroid; custom buttons available upon request
Warranty
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Returns
30 days from original delivery date
Made in
USA
Why Cam Tuners
The Sound Is in the Bend and Release
Cam tuners bend and release the string rather than simply winding up and down. That smooth, expressive transition is part of the classic banjo sound. The Heritage Signature Cam Tuner is built for traditional players chasing classic cam-tuner expression and progressive players who want expressive tuning movement with better mechanical confidence.
- Expressive bend-and-release movement
- Classic cam-tuner feel
- Built for traditional and progressive players
- Designed for smoother, more confident use
Design Improvements
Classic Feel, Modern Reliability
Legacy cam tuners have a sound players love, but older designs can bring reliability and setup challenges. Welded components can eventually fail, and setting the high-pitch note can require two hands. This design preserves the classic cam-tuner feel while improving reliability, ease of use, and overall design.
Classic sound preserved
Designed to retain the expressive cam-tuner movement players expect.
Stronger mechanical design
Developed to address known weaknesses in legacy designs.
Easier setup and use
Refined through prototyping to improve the player experience.
American-made precision
Machined and refined in the USA.
The Story
The Story Behind the Heritage Signature Cam Tuner
The Heritage Signature Cam Tuner began with a love of the classic cam-tuner sound: the bend, the release, and the smooth expressive transition that has inspired banjo players for generations.
Heritage collaborated with John Hafermann on the CAD design through multiple iterations, then spent nearly three years searching for a CNC shop that could meet the requirement to manufacture the tuner in the United States.
That search led to Ray Batista of Deedrick Precision Machining. Through prototyping, testing, and refinement, the collaboration produced a modern American-made design that honors classic banjo cam tuners while improving mechanical confidence, setup, and ease of use.
Warranty & Returns
Clear Support After Purchase
Limited Lifetime Warranty
For the original purchaser, the Limited Lifetime Warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal installation and intended use. Heritage may repair or replace a covered product or component at its discretion after evaluation.
The warranty does not cover cosmetic wear, misuse, improper installation, unauthorized modification or repair, routine wear, or shipping damage after delivery.
30-Day Return Policy
Returns may be requested within 30 days of the original delivery date. The product must be like-new, complete, unmodified, and include its original packaging, accessories, and proof of purchase.
Installed, modified, filed, drilled, polished, or otherwise altered products are not returnable unless covered by warranty. Contact Heritage before returning a product.
Common Questions
Answers About the Heritage Signature Cam Tuner
Fitment, finish, warranty, and return details to review before ordering.
What is included with the Heritage Signature Cam Tuner?
Each product is sold as a set of 2 Heritage Signature Cam Tuners.
What size hole is required?
The required headstock hole size is 5/16" or 8mm.
Will this require drilling my peghead?
Fitment depends on the instrument. If your peghead does not already have the required 5/16" or 8mm hole, modification may be required. Ask before ordering if you are unsure.
What finishes are available?
The tuners are available in a standard stainless steel finish or with optional gold plating. Select your preferred finish before adding them to your cart.
Can I request custom buttons?
Custom buttons are available upon request. Please contact Heritage before ordering; they are inquiry-only unless a pricing and ordering workflow is confirmed.
Is this made in the USA?
Yes. The Heritage Signature Cam Tuner is made in the USA.
What is covered by the Limited Lifetime Warranty?
The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser under normal installation and intended use. Heritage may repair or replace covered components after evaluation.
Can I return it after installation?
Products that have been installed, modified, filed, drilled, polished, or otherwise altered are not eligible for return unless covered by the Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Fitment Questions
Not Sure It Will Fit?
If you have questions about compatibility, finish options, or custom buttons, ask before ordering.