How to ACTUALLY change strings on a classical guitar -

It's World Change Day everyone!

On June 6th Daddario reminds us to change the strings on our guitars, at least once a year! 😀

Be part of the community and feel connected to your fellow guitarists from the comfort of your own home and CHANGE. YOUR. STRINGS! It is super important to do this regularly, and International String Change Day started by D'addario is a reminder to all of us.

Okay... but what’s the right way to change strings on a classical guitar?

The good news is, renowned classical guitar luthier Richard Bruné wrote "Removing all of the strings at once is not harmful to a well-constructed guitar.”

Daniel Friederich, famous French luthier, in an interview with the GSI Foundation: "I always recommend changing all the strings at the same time. Some people say that when you change all the strings, it creates an imbalance in tension on the soundboard. But in practice, I've never seen any negative consequences from changing all the strings simultaneously."

Remember to follow standard string changing procedures, such as gradually increasing the tension on the strings and properly stretching them to ensure stability and optimal sound quality.

Avoid excessive amounts of string slack or unnecessary overlapping on the tuning pegs, but ensure a sufficient wrapping to stabilize the strings and ensure stable tuning.

It's worth mentioning that if you have specific concerns about your guitar's structural integrity or if it is an older instrument, you may want to consult a professional luthier for personalized advice.

Overall, while there may be differing opinions on this topic, changing all the strings at once is generally considered safe for a well-made classical guitar.

Save this for later or send it to a classical guitar nerd friend!

I was using some awesome @daddarioandco products to optimize this procedure, such as a string winder, headstock tuner, microfiber cleaning cloth and EJ46 strings :)

When was the last time you change strings? What are you going to put on today? Let's get nerds in the comments!

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