Generally speaking, the strings of an electric guitar need to be changed more frequently than those of a folk or classical guitar. Changing the strings on the electric guitar should be a very simple thing; this article will walk you through the different steps of the process.
Steps
Step 1. Check if you have a moving bridge on your guitar
In this case, block it with something:
- Fold the bridge up (like a guitar glissato) and introduce something between the body of the guitar and the bridge.
- You can use the tremolo lever, but it will be better ruler.
Step 2. Loosen the strings by lowering them in pitch
Turn the tuners to loosen the strings enough that you can grab them from the center.
When they are slow enough to touch the fretboard well, cut the strings or pull them out. You can also cut the ropes using wire cutters; you will not damage the guitar
Step 3. Remove the strings from the bridge
- Pull the strings off the back of the bridge.
- In the case of a normal bridge (like that of the Fender Stratocaster or similar) it pulls the strings away from the back of the guitar body.
- If, on the other hand, you have a "wrap-around" bridge, you should be able to slide them off the back of the bridge.
Step 4. Replace the strings
Insert them right where you removed them.
- Hook each string to the bridge. Slide the string through the hole, until the ball blocks the string. Walk it in the direction of the headstock from the back of the guitar.
- Thread the strings through the tuners on the headstock of the guitar. Insert them until the strings are as loose as they were in "Step 2".
- Now tighten the strings in the opposite direction, to increase in pitch.
- Wrap the coiled string neatly around the action for more accurate tuning.
- For thinner strings, thread them into the action twice to reduce string slippage.
Step 5. Tighten the keys until the rope is locked
After the first turn of the mechanics, pass the outer part of the string under the string itself. Try to keep it slightly taut (pulling it upwards at the 12th fret).
Step 6. Pull it hard, but don't tear it off
This will help keep the string tight around the action peg, and not loosely coiled around it.
Step 7. Remember to tune your guitar after all strings have been inserted correctly
Do this after removing the support that was holding the bridge (in case you have a drawbridge) and let the bridge slowly settle down. Not too slowly, it just prevents the strings from tearing. To tune, use the tuning keys, as you always do before playing. Be careful not to tune too low or too high! Check by playing some shrewdness or a song, and see if it sounds good. Tune all six strings, and that's it.
Step 8. Make sure the guitar is working properly
Turn up the volume on the amp and proudly play a nice "power chord". You just changed the strings!
Advice
- Once you have removed the strings of your guitar, it will be the right time to clean it. Rub it with a cloth and if necessary remove the dust from the Pick up. It would be very difficult to do this with the strings inserted.
- Hear how your guitar reacts with new strings. In some cases it will take some time for the strings to fit properly, meaning the strings may slip around the tuning pegs several times and you will need to retune them before they find some stability.
- When you "sing me", you may be afraid to break it, but do it anyway. The string can sustain its proper pitch, even if you are slightly out of tune. It won't break that easily. Logically, don't tune six tones above the normal note, because the string will definitely break.
- If you are about to break a rope, you can notice it. Use your head and maintain a bearable tension when you agree, but don't be lame by not squeezing them tight enough.
- The replacement of the strings done one at a time can take longer, but it is the best solution for the neck, which is constantly subjected to the pressure of the strings; removing this tension in one go could damage it.
Warnings
- If you have a movable bridge, it will be best to change one string at a time to prevent the bridge from losing alignment. After replacing it, bring each string to the correct key.
- If you think a rope is about to break, don't stand there and risk getting hit. Step away, because these little ropes can hurt you in some cases, and when you get a nice cut on your arm, all of your friends will make fun of you.
