Restringing an Electric Guitar: How To Do It!

How to Change Electric Guitar Strings

There are many ways to change electric guitar strings, but the most common is probably the one where you remove the old strings and then put the new ones on. You’ll need a guitar tuner, some wire cutters, and new strings.

Changing your electric guitar strings is a common practice among serious musicians. It’s important to know how to do it so that you can keep your instrument in good condition and sounding its best. There are multiple ways to change your electric guitar strings, but the most common is by using a multitool.

They will need to be removed because they are no longer usable or in good condition, either from the wear of playing or from exposure to weather conditions. The average electric guitar string lasts about 2-4 months before needing to be replaced, depending on how often you play, so it’s important to be aware of when they need changing.

Things You’ll Need

There are a few things you will need in order to restring your electric guitar. A neat and tidy area is necessary so that you can work on your guitar without any distractions. You will also need new strings, which are available in gauges designed specifically for electric guitars. It’s best to allot anywhere from 15 minutes to one hours for the job, depending on your experience level and how frequently you play.

Finally, it’s always preferable to find a quiet place to restring so you can tune your guitar later without any noise interruptions. The environment in which you play–and the hazards present there–are also important factors to consider when stringing your instrument.

We recommend that you use either a multitool like this one, or a pair of wire cutters, a string winder, and a guitar tuner when changing your strings.

Step #1 – Loosen And Remove The Sixth String

When restringing an electric guitar, the first step is to loosen and remove the sixth string. This can be done quickly and easily with a string winder. Simply hold the string winder in one hand and place it over the tuning post on the head of the guitar. Be careful not to cut yourself on the old string ends!

Once you’ve loosened the string, use your string cutters to cut it very close to the pickups. Make sure you don’t damage them in any way!

Finally, use your string trimmers to remove the sixth string from the headstock, and pull it out through the back of the bridge. You’re now ready for step two!

Step #2 – Putting On The New String

Now it’s time to put the new string on. This can be a little tricky, but with a little patience you’ll be able to do it. To change a string, slide it in the opposite way from how you removed it and run it through the hole in the tuning peg. The string needs to come up from the back of the instrument and over the top of the guitar before you can attach the pin.

There are a few different ways to do this, so find one that works best for you. One way is to take the end without a pin and feed it through in order to get it on top of the guitar. Then, use your fingers or pliers to pull it tight before attaching it to the pin.

Another way to attach the string to the pin is to tie a small loop on the post end of the string and then put that loop over the post on top of the guitar. Use your fingers or pliers to pull it tight before attaching it to the pin.

Once you have attached the pin, use your hand or a string winder to wind up the string until it’s nice and tight. Make sure that when you’re done winding, there are no kinks in the string – these will cause problems when you start trying to tune it!

Step #3 – Tune Your String

Now that you have your new string on, it is time to tune it up!

First, turn your tuning peg in the direction that you want to tighten the string.

Next, pluck your string while turning it again in the same direction as before. This will bring it closer to the desired pitch. Repeat this process until your string is at the correct pitch. Use your guitar tuner to determine if you have the right pitch.

Step #4 – Repeat The Process On All Other Strings

Now that you’ve replaced the first string, it’s time to replace the rest of them. This is a process that will be repeated for each string. Make sure to check each string for a response after you’ve replaced it.

Make sure all the strings are in the same order when you replace them. The tuning pegs aren’t marked, so simply replace the strings in order and make sure they’re tightened properly. Wire cutters can be used to remove the excess string from the ends of your strings. You should tune your strings each day or after you play for the first few days. Eventually, they will start to keep their tune.