How to Change Classical Guitar Strings | D'Addario World String Change Day

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I was asked to make a video for D'Addario's #worldstringchangeday - June 6th - so I figured I'd guide you through my process for changing strings and give you some more details on what strings I use.
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[@carolas.2284]

So I was wrong all along, I always wired my bass strings upside down with the loose twisted end on top, does it matter? You also taught me one loop is enough to fix the string. Thank you, your video helped me a lot!

[@johnlay3040]

About time to promote the use of string ties. It's safer, neater, and easier. Even if you have a 12-hole bridge.

[@DougHinVA]

You can do what you want, but I followed the classical guitar restring from the head of the classical guitar department at a VA University.

[@evantaucher]

cool...

[@xugefu]

Thanks!

[@eggizgud]

I don't know why but I failed with the high e and b strings. Both snapped while I was trying to tune them up. I could hear the note going down after going up, but I persisted. And then they snapped.

[@evantaucher]

I'm sorry to hear that! Did the physical string break into two pieces, or did it just slip from the bridge or headstock? The latter is more common, and it's usually just an issue with not wrapping correctly around the bridge or headstock.

[@angelocilli3190]

Same high, E snapped. Went off tune a little, went to correct it, then twang away it snapped, lol

[@soysauce4087]

@@angelocilli3190It did happen to me with the high E and G B string. I learned to knot the bridge twice and make a knot on the headstock.

[@sammcconkey8768]

What do you think of guitar beads?

[@evantaucher]

I don't use them, think they are a bit unnecessary. I've heard some talk of sound benefits, but it's worth noting that none of the incredible luthiers I've spoken to seem to like them or use them, and they all have their reasons why. I like the tradition and look of tying the strings, anyhow :)

[@sammcconkey8768]

@@evantaucher thank you for the reply!

[@Chanpanpapi]

Can you do a scale length video? Having a hard time trying to understand that

[@franktosto7282]

You should tell the idiots at Daddario that they need to color & code their Classic Nylon strings. I purchased a three pack and have no idea which string is which as i dont happen to carry an extra caliper. They actually (hand) colored a few of the strings but forgot to throw in a grid that tells you whats what.

[@evantaucher]

Hey Frank, I never have had a problem distinguishing which string is thicker than the other. I think with a bit a patience you can get it too.

[@franktosto7282]

@@evantaucher but why require the consumer to guess? I just abandoned D'Addario - and opted for Ernie Ball's (Ernesto Palla) individually enveloped strings.

[@evantaucher]

@@franktosto7282 I don’t know anyone that uses the classic nylons and to be honest I’m not sure why they sell them. The pro artes (which are most common in any shop) have individually labeled strings. Ernie ball is much more popular in the steel string world - hope you enjoy! In any case, I’m surprised you found it difficult to distinguish which string is thicker than the other. I can always tell from the malleability