Left-handed guitarists need to know how to string their guitars.You need to remove the guitar strings.You will have to make some changes if you have a right-handed guitar.It is time to change the strings on your guitar.
Step 1: The string needs to be removed from the neck.
The easiest string to work with is the 6th.If you want to slacken the string, turn the tuning nob at the neck of the guitar.When you play it, it should be so loose that it doesn't sound like anything.Uncoil it from the tuning peg when it is slack.The end of the string will be sharp.
Step 2: The string needs to be removed from the bridge.
The bridge pin is a small peg that goes into the bridge hole to hold the string in place.The bridge pin can be removed with tools.If you have a classical guitar, it's a good idea to untie the loop.Pull the strings out of the guitar's back.Pull the strings by the metal end as you push the string through the back.Staying careful with the sharp edges is what you should do after the string is out.
Step 3: You can coil the strings if you remove the other strings.
Wrap the strings in a circle so they don't poke you as you take them off.Keep track of the strings with note cards.The high E is the thickest string.It's a good time to get new strings on your guitar.You can buy a pack of nylon or steel strings.Get new strings if your strings are rusty, shredded or gummy.
Step 4: It's a good time to clean your guitar.
It might take a while until you have an empty fretboard again.To remove gunk from the fretboard, wash your hands and use steel wool.You should only use a damp cloth if you have a maple fretboard.
Step 5: You can put the strings on in reverse if you flip the guitar over.
This is the only way to change your guitar.The sound of the guitar will be low quality if you restring it the way it is.It can be expensive to buy and install left-handed specific hardware.If you are just trying out restringing left-handed, you should skip it.If you already have a left-handed guitar, you don't have to change it.
Step 6: For better sound quality, replace the nut with a left-handed nut.
The nut is located at the end of the fingerboard and controls string spacing and height above the fret.The string slots aren't the right size to fit the strings in reverse order.If you leave the nut the way it is, you won't be able to fit the strings in, but the sound will be bad.The nut should be tapped with a hammer.Put a block of wood against the nut.You may have to use pliers if the nut is in a chanel.The new nut needs to be installed.This can be difficult, so you might want to hire a guitar tech.
Step 7: If it is an acoustic guitar, make sure the saddle slot angle is correct.
When your guitar is upside down, the angle of the saddle slot won't be right and this will affect the guitar's intonation.You might want to buy a new bridge if you have to fill and cut it.You should get one that matches your guitar.
Step 8: Before you start, make sure your strings are in the correct order.
The order of the strings is the same regardless of whether you are stringing a left- or right-handed guitar.When playing, the thickest string should be the closest to the ground.The low E is on the bottom, followed by B,G,D,A and then the high E.
Step 9: If the guitar is acoustic, place the string end in the bridge hole.
The part that goes into the bridge hole is the end of the string.Pull lightly on the string until the bridge pin locks into place after you put the ball in.Continue this process until your strings are in the bridge.It's a good idea to bend the string slightly near the ball before putting it in the bridge hole.If you have nylon strings, you will have to thread them through the bridge hole and eye.
Step 10: Feed the string through the back of the guitar.
Feed each string through the back if it is a string-through model.You can feed the string directly through the bridge if it is a bridge mounted electric guitar.Feed the string through the right hole.
Step 11: Attach the longest string to the tuning peg.
The tuning peg should be drawn over the saddle and nut.The end of the string can be clipped with a wire cutter.Pull it tight by passing it through the machine head from the inside to the outside.The machine head should be turned clockwise to tighten it.To make the winding easier, use a string winder.The strings should be repeated with the other strings.
Step 12: The strings should be tuned.
You can tune your strings once they are attached.The machine heads should be turned until all your strings are playing the correct notes.Take one string at a time.They should go from the thickest string to the lightest.If you have a good ear, you can tune your guitar by ear.