How Do I Replace A Guitar String?

A guitar string can be replaced using the following technique: first, turn the machinehead of the string you wish to replace until it slackens. Then, use the wire cutters on a pair of pliers to cut the string, which can then be unwound from the machine head and discarded. You will then need to take the new string, checking the label to ensure that you are using the right gauge, and place the ball of the string through the wooden machinehead of an acoustic guitar, or through a hole in an electric (usually found on the bridge). You can then pull the string taut along the bridge of the guitar and up to the machine head, cutting any excess length, before carefully winding around the machinehead. A string winding device can be used to make the stringer tighter. Tension should be maintained on the string to prevent it from slackening, but not to an excessive degree, as this may cause the string to snap. A new string will take some time to settle and due to still being easily stretched after being placed on the guitar, will go out of tune regularly for a few days until it stabilizes.

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