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Changing Strings
Changing strings whenever they
become worn or lose their brilli-
ance (hopefully before they be-
come corroded or rusty!). You'll
find that fresh strings not only
sound better, they're easier to
keep in tune as well (once
they've gotten past the initial
"stretching" stage). They're also
easier to play than old ones.
When you've finished playing, be
sure to wipe the strings and frets
with a dry cloth to prevent
prematrue corrosion caused by
hand perspiration.
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The Basics
To change strings
@Loosen the top locks, tail
end locks using the custom
wrench and remove all old
strings.
@Cut off the ball end of the
new strings.
@Place the string in between
the bridge and string stopper
and tighten tail end lock.
@With the string in proper
position over the nut, insert the
tip of the string through top
lock and through the hole in
the machine head post.
®©'Tie" the string off firmly.
(®Holding the string fairly taut
with your right hand, wind up
the excess sting by turning the
corresponding tuning knob
with the other hand (or try us-
ing a tuning crank).
@Once all strings are in place,
tune using tuning knobs while
checking with the built-in elec-
tronic tuner. (See page 6 for
tuning.)
} Screw lock all strings using
the top locks.
@Retune all strings using the
| fine tuning screws,
Top lock
Ball end
String stopper
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