A stringed instrument including strings supported by bridges, which are
fixed to a body, and a nut fixed to a neck. The strings are supported in
a manner enabling vibration of each string. The nut includes a nut body
and a fastener. The fastener is formed by pressing members and adjustment
screws. The pressing members press the strings against the nut surface so
that the strings are fixed to the nut surface. A projection projecting
toward the strings is formed on an end portion of the nut. The strings
are supported by the nut so as to contact the top surface of the
projection. This enables each string to vibrate while being in constant
contact with the projection and prevents each string from coming into
contact with the nut or fastener. Thus, abnormal noise is not generated.