How to Change a String (with Locking Tuners)
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Contents
- 1 How to Change a String (with Locking Tuners)
- 1.1 Remove the Old Strings
- 1.1.1 Detune the lowest string with the tuning peg until it drops as low as it can go
- 1.1.2 Loosen the locking mechanism on the back of the tuning peg as much as it will loosen
- 1.1.3 Carefully pull the string out of the hole
- 1.1.4 Cut the end of the string
- 1.1.5 Gently push the string 1 inch through the hole of the bridge
- 1.1.6 Cut the string above the bridge
- 1.1.7 Very gently pull the remainder of the string through the bridge
- 1.1.8 Repeat the process for all other strings
- 1.1.9 Gently wipe down the fretboard with a dry microfiber cloth removing any dirt seen; do not use any solvents, oils, or other chemicals on the fretboard and do not scratch the fretboard
- 1.2 Put on the New Strings
- 1.2.1 Wash your hands with soap and water; dry your hands
- 1.2.2 Take the lowest string out of the new package of strings
- 1.2.3 Insert it through the hole of the bridge
- 1.2.4 Turn the tuning peg so that the hole aligns straight with the angle of the string
- 1.2.5 Put the string through the tuning peg hole
- 1.2.6 While pulling the string lightly, tighten the locking mechanism on the back of the tuning peg
- 1.2.7 Repeat the process for all other strings
- 1.3 Tune the New Strings
- 1.3.1 At the tuning peg, pull the excess string from the lowest string down to make a crease
- 1.3.2 Cut the excess string just above the hex screw that holds the tuning peg into the headstock
- 1.3.3 Tune the string to pitch
- 1.3.4 Repeat the process for all other strings
- 1.3.5 Tune all string to pitch from lowest to top until all strings are in tune
- 1.1 Remove the Old Strings