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Removing Classical Nylon Strings

 
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In this lesson we'll remove nylon strings on a classical guitar.

Instructor Christopher Schlegel
Tutorial:
Changing Strings & Basic Maintenance
Styles:
Any Style
Difficulty:
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Questions & Answers

11 months ago
Is it best to use a tie wrap or are the peg ends ok? Thank you for your help.
ChristopherSchlegel 11 months ago

Either is fine. If you are not comfortable with tie wrapping, then it is fine to use ball end strings. I use tie wraps in the video because that is the traditional way that classical nylon strings are done. But I've used both & there is no difference in the playability or tone. The only difference I've noticed is that the ball end ones seem to break a little easier, maybe because the tension is higher on the ball versus the wrap? Hope that helps!