Learning how to change the strings on your electric guitar is an inevitable part of every young guitarists life. In the beginning most of us never really realize the importance of changing electric guitar strings. We just play until one breaks and then replace it. The intent of this article is to discuss when and why you should be changing electric guitar strings.
Most guitar players prefer changing electric guitar strings before they have a chance to break. Doing so eliminates the embarrassment of what could happen if a string broke during a performance. It also ensures that their strings always give them a clean crisp tone and don't fall out of tune as easily.
So how do you know when is the right time for changing electric guitar strings?
The best advice I can give you is to change your strings routinely. For example, changing them once a month, or before every gig. Experiment with what works best for you. When I was playing guitar four hours a day I was changing strings every week.
Their are many factors to consider when deciding on a schedule for your own string changing:
- How much do you play? The more you play the faster the strings will wear out.
- What kind of strings do you use? Experiment with different brands until you find one you like.
- What size strings do you like to play? Light gauge strings are not as durable and are easier to break.
Strings on a guitar are like tires on a car. When you notice that a tire is worn and has very little tread left you replace it. Unless of course you want to risk having a blow out on the freeway at 70 mph and lose control. The same holds true when changing electric guitar strings. If you know the strings are old and worn replace them before you have a guitar blow out and butcher the love song you wrote for that cute girl you like so much. :o)
Truth be told; newer strings sound and play better. I hope that know you will not just wait for a string to break before replacing it.
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