The Four Different Re-string Methods. Sharpen My Axe

[@ChrisSmith-nc2to]

This was the best restringing tutorial I've ever watched. Didn't over complicate things but showed exactly where to place your hands with fantastic viewing angles.

[@Cris_Borgnine]

How the hell are there any dislikes when you explain clearly that there are a thousand ways to string up your guitar besides the 4 perfectly explained ways!!! Thanks for the info really helped my kids out!!!

[@ngiws4402]

Dude just covering some of the process with his hands

[@sL-ym3vr]

3x3 you only need to go one post ahead saves time if you don't have the quick thingy

[@sL-ym3vr]

And my pastor taught me the first method

[@davidrice3337]

There's always a few

[@spellplague]

@@ngiws4402 what did you expect?

[@marinmarinov5278]

Locking tuners - best upgrade for ANY guitar, makes string changes a breeze. No winding, no knotting, no nothing. Additional tuning stability is a bonus. Before the locking tuners changing strings was a chore, no matter the method. Otherwise - great video and very useful.

[@MichaelSimmons.]

For 40 years, I used the first method you showed. For the last 10 years, I've used the z bend method

[@BrianSGuitars]

This type of information is what draws me to your channel! I understand it's probably not the most profitable in terms of KZbin for you, but this stuff is what that I love about your channel! It's guitar tech for dummies, and I fall into that category! Aside from maybe doing a re-fret, or fixing a broken neck I am confident now that I could do 90% of my own guitar teching because of the information I've gleaned from your videos, and I thank you for that! I've installed output jacks, installed locking tuners, cleaned and recondition pots, lowered action, adjusted the truss rod, set intonation, etc., etc. all because you gave me the confidence to do it myself! Aside from installing a set of pickups, which I'm also sure I could after watching your vids I no longer need a luthier in my wallet!

[@Dragonjasp]

Tech method for wrapping. For measuring slack I use two posts on a fender type and one post for a gibson type.

[@bluegrassmagee8697]

So Awesome 👏 👍 I've always been a #3 LOL! Think I'll change to a 1 or 2 Such A Great Video Thank You!!

[@codyroberts4511]

In a gig situation, I use the basic method. AT home definitely the Luther's knot!

[@artemisxo6734]

i've got back and forth between the basic and tech methods, tho i didn't know them by name. when i was young i thought more wraps = better tuning to i definitely had too many

[@bobbarker2814]

Tech Method 0:52 Factory Method 1:32 Fast Wrap Method 2:09 Basic Method 2:35

[@PhillipMcKnight]

Awesome, Thank you Bob!

[@bobbarker2814]

Phillip McKnight Your channel is awesome! You got another subscriber!

[@nekrohatred9547]

So normally I been using the basic method for years but I just tried the tech method out to see if it really helps tuning stability. So far so good and I been doing some crazy bends.

[@mathewswenson1214]

I used to use the basic method, but after some time as a tech, I have adopted the tech method and I'm not looking back!

[@TomReinerDE]

Thanks. So. Much. I chose the factory method and it turned out just great.

[@jojokeo]

Basic and tech methods are all that's needed on Low E A D & G strings, the Factory (locking) method on B & High E strings prevents slippage on small diameter strings.

[@DadRockAndGuitars]

Used the basic method for a long time, but switched to the "Factory" method a few year ago because it seemed to help with tuning stability. Great video!

[@brucearmstrong6838]

I used to use the fast wrap method for most of my guitar playing life. I've now become very hooked on the factory method. I find it does help tuning stability.

[@ronaldgoebel2174]

The 1st method is absolutely the best. I am a guitar tech for over 45yrs and this method is the preferred method by every guitar tech I know. The main thing to tuning stability is to never and I mean NEVER overlap the string windings on the post. Slippage can happen real easily.

[@ronaldgoebel2174]

@@NoBSMusicReviews You are a complete idiot. Your stability is super flawed and you know it! Go ahead and have fun with it. Don't want to deal with idiots so quit responding please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@dcamnc1]

@@NoBSMusicReviews Agreed, the locking/factory style is the best I've found. You have to do the "knot" tight (unlike Phillip's demo). It does seem to stay in tune better than the other methods, in my experience.

[@35milesoflead]

I have been using the fast wrap method for decades. I won't change. For me, it's the fastest way to do it when in a live situation. No bending the string to make it work makes me happy. Great video.

[@MBS1995]

boy I can't tell you how much I love this..I'm sure me as well as other guitarists over the years were told that anything other than the traditional way to restring your guitar was wrong..I've heard that from old timers and people who were just unsure if there was another way to do it but it turns out they were extremely wrong and this channel has helped with the little things soooo much thank you!

[@NiechoBGCSL]

I've always done the "Factory Method" or a basic Luthier knot. I admit, it does sometimes scare the beejeesus outta me when it pops, so I'll be doing the "Fast Wrap Method" next time.

[@MattPex]

Awesome video Phil. I'm a massive fan of the tech method. As for measuring the string; I pull the string all the way through the machine head, and then I pinch it at the nut and pull it back 2 frets (around 3 inches). It works on all guitars and consistently gets me 3 wraps (1 above and 2 below).

[@boahneelassmal]

10 other videos couldn't explain nearly as much in the 10 minutes each they took of my time.... I'm a complete noob and this gave literally everything you need to know in three and a half minutes. Thank you, sir!

[@scrimpmster]

I normally use the second method (Locking/Factory). But I've got two guitars to polish and restring, one of which needs a setup, I'll try the Tech method on them.

[@rockandrollmd541]

I used to do the fast wrap method, but I recently discovered the tech method (over under pinch) and am now utilizing that one. It seems to hold the strings better in tune.

[@kdrake777]

Basic method, my wraps come out super clean and I never have trouble with the strings slipping or breaking.

[@wasteddude9387]

Hey, Phillip. Thank you. I used the “two-post method” to measure my wrap-length. I figured that out on my own. It just made the most sense to me and I liked the results. I figure I’ll stay with it. The only difference is, now I can defend it thanks to you. As far as the actual winding, I’ve been using the “basic method”. But after seeing my options in the video, I like the “grab” of the “tech method”. It seems to be the most effective way to lock the string in place so that the only tuning issue left is caused by the string stretching if I don’t pre-stretch it enough (providing I have locking tuners). Hey, Phillip. Thanks for doing this video. I appreciate it.

[@andrewfarley5127]

Gonna have to try the tech method next time!

[@Doowopsid]

This is without a doubt the best, easiest most informative video on how to restring a guitar anywhere! Thank you for posting it. I’ve been using the Basic Method, fast and simple, for years and have had no problem with it. It’s not fancy but it definitely does the job and the strings stay in tune for a reasonable amount of time.

[@SwnkyTiger]

Been fast wrapping for years. Time to try the tech method

[@CA10Z]

I am so impressed you made NO mention locking tuners. Thank you, Phillip,

[@terryodonnell5739]

I've always used the basic method or the factory method, but today I will try the tech method

[@MrYetiman82]

Great video. Straight to the point. I hate instructional videos that ramble on because the guy loves the sound of his own voice. Thank you!

[@TheScreamingFrog916]

I use the guitar tech method. Now I know what it is called. When I first started restringing my guitars back in the late 70s, the hardest part was judging how much slack to leave, to get the correct number of wraps. Too few and string would pull out, to many and the tuning would not be stable. We had no KZbin to show us how, back then. So grateful to those who share there knowledge on this platform.

[@amberpaintshair]

Thank you for explaining it so easily. This is literally the best restringing video on KZbin.

[@elijahproto]

Holy hell you just saved me man, I've been restringing my guitar wrong for about 3 years now, I finally understand how to do it right because of you.

[@mhw6160]

I have been factory restringing but I will be trying the Tech method next. Thanks Phil for a quick and clear explanation. 👍

[@TheCodeMonk]

Leaned the factory method and never realized there were other methods until now! I think I like the tech method and will give that a try at next string change.

[@blazes8n]

Thanks for this. Just changing strings for the first time in years and I was having a proper mare because I forgot what I usually do, and it was an awful job. Your tutorial helped to refresh. Cheers.

[@TechnoRiff]

@PhillipMcKnight et all - The best restringing video I've seen - short and comprehensive. I was screwing up string installations by unknowingly combining the luthier's knot with the tech method, and ending up with an ineffective mess!

[@alcatraz3539]

I've tried all four and they all work fine. I just use the last one as it's the least complicated! Playing the guitar is just a hobby for me but I can understand a professional may want to use a more complicated method. Great video.

[@Imabassplayer2]

I started out using the basic method. Its fine but does take time, so I found a quicker way. I was watching The Crimson Guitars channel and Ben used the fast wrap method. I had no idea what it was called nor seen it before. Now I use the fast wrap method, it's faster and easy to do. So if I need to restring before a gig, rehearsal, recording I use the fast wrap method now. A bit fiddly on the thiner strings, not too bad. I have to try the other methods n this video. See what the pros and cons are of them all. Very helpful video, great job as always Phil.

[@stephenhenion8304]

I've been using your fast wrap method since 1982...someone gave me Elixir strings in 2007, and that's all I use....great vid!🎶

[@dawidczerniak5177]

I always use the first method that you’ve shown but at my next string change I’ll try the luthiers knot.

[@BM5556]

So many videos on youtube teaching how to change strings, but this is by far the best one, because a lot of videos leave out important information about this process and other just focus on certain types of bridges on guitars, which this one des so, but the content and purpose of this specific video is just about the wraps and these techniques should work for most guitars i presume

[@andrewlock3480]

I use the tech method now, I used to use the factory method, wincing as I pull the offcut out. As you say they curl around and bite, can cause a deep laceration too. I think both those methods work great. The simple method can work well if you remember to add enough wraps around the post. Great video. Thanks

[@fenderbender9922]

Been using the tech method since 1970 and never had a problem.

[@scoopstacey3112]

im a self taught fast-wrap it was just what i thought worked. This video is so simple, short, and sweet, its really entertaining.

[@roymarlene6812]

I use the Factory Method on all my electric guitars. Thanks for the tutorial Phillip. Good to see alternative methods.

[@genejas]

always did the hook because thats what my old guitar syllabus said, never even thought about other ways to restring. might try the fast wrap next

[@lyrikzthekid7165]

Locking tuner method for me!

[@robertyoung7027]

Been using the tech method since I was 20. I asked a texh the best way and this is the way he said he did it. Locks in and very stable tuning

[@dontneedtoknow5836]

3 && 4 When doing acoustic however I use strictly a modified 3. Oncy you have wrapped I help tension to the peg and double check the eyelet is properly seated. Then using my fingers on the peg and my thumb ( nail down , nail up hurts if it slips which it will on a slick nail ) to prevent any peg or eyelet movement as well as forcing me to examine string placement, especially if it is a plastic bridge. They are too easy to mess up if you aren't paying attention.

[@ChrisSkinner1]

I usually use the basic method but I’m intrigued by the tech method. Definitely gonna give it a try

[@sickeningmind2533]

So useful man, I would had liked to see this video five year ago when I needed so much, but now it help me a lot, even I always was using the method number 3 and didn't know how to called it. Nice video, simple to everyone, good explanation. You are a master! Thanks

[@roycobb621]

I use the The Factory Method. But I'm looking forward to trying the Tech Method the next time I change strings. Thanks for the great video!

[@ColinStuart]

Phillip, I've been a tech for years, retail shops, to groups the size of Earth, Wind, & Fire. What with all of the strokes I've had, I can no longer even change my own strings! I always used the "two pegs up", then wind them down technique!

[@cheezewheel]

I have an SG and a Martin acoustic, I usually find the distance to pull the string is one machine head past, but that's a 3 x 3 head stock. and I use the tech method, it's the easiest for me to remember.

[@nintendianajones64]

Shortest and best guitar stringing video I've seen after watching about 10 different ones.

[@lawrencekoh5383]

Been using the tech method for 10 plus years. works great for me. One additional technique I use is maintaining good amount of tension on the sting as I wind the string to help with tuning stability. (sorta pre-stretching it, at least that's my theory, lol)

[@biglar769]

I have used all these methods but right now because I'm so lazy I have been using the basic method but I have noticed that my guitars go out of tune quicker so next time I'll try the tech wrap again. This method seems to hold tuning better like you said, Phil, it holds the string like a clamp

[@ianhopkins5016]

The tech method is my favorite by far (I also happen to be a tech lmao), but I get the top wrap by pulling the string through the post, then over the top by hand, creating a half-hitch, then wrapping underneath using the tuning machine. Way easier to do and it cuts my wrap time in half.

[@marttimilk]

So you’ll go through the post twice?

[@timothyandrewausten]

@@marttimilk No

[@zeebuzz2734]

wow that was the best string change vid I've evern seen thanks so much

[@natfingerboard]

I do the hook method but I don't leave any slack, I pull the string all the way. Super fast and effective for guitars without locking tuners.

[@thawrinks5549]

Great video and explanation

[@neonlights_12]

I used to just do a basic wrap, but I picked up on the tech wrap last month from a KZbinr (I don't remember who, could've been you!) And I like it

[@jpizzleforizzle]

I started using the tech method in high school (late 90s) without really knowing it was a little different. I just thought it helped stay in tune.

[@pedrovr2573]

As a begginer i use the basic method after this video i will start using the tech method. Thank You

[@golfhound]

I used your first method as it seems to be the most effective. Thanks for this video. It was very helpful.

[@Ludus4H1]

Nice explanation dude, sometime I have some trouble with keeping some strings in tune because not properly restring method. Nice vid. Thanks

[@82rah]

Nice vid Phil. I like method three, but now use the best solution: locking tuners! What about a slotted headstock?

[@thephotoyak]

Basic method with three perfect wraps. Looks the best.

[@samsarafreesamsarafree5988]

Very informative and useful. I use the basic method but will try other methods. Thanks!

[@michaellindsey3280]

Thankyou for being quick and to the point with close up shots.

[@SamFreelancePolice]

Definitely the most helpful video on this topic. Thanks!

[@hlandrx]

I've used the hook method for a long time, but I"ll definitely try the tech method next.

[@CookieRoger1]

Thank you and have a nice evening. I love your Q/A show don't miss one.

[@paullloyd3900]

Thank you Phil, that was the best video in whole KZbin of how to restring guitar. I am your big fan! Thanks a lot!

[@fishingfreak9734]

Thanks Phillip for all of those methods, I'm a fan. What about using a pencil to lubricate the nut slots with graphite? I saw that on another string replacement video for Dunlop - Gary Brawer.

[@mikerinehart]

I use the locking tuner method. I'd like to see some tech tips on installing and shaping nuts.

[@Blaydrnnnr]

I've use the tech method. It was shown to me decades ago by a tech for a band I was touring with, and switched from the basic method to this, and will continue to use it...just used to it now...

[@somethingelsedoesmatter]

My favourite is the Fender vintage-style tuners, not covered in this video. Cut the string per usual, stick the end into the hole from the top of the tuning peg, bend it out one of the sides, and wind. Perfection. For standard tuners, I will use the factory method (I know it as the Luthier's knot).

[@kimmolingonheimo]

Thanks a bunch:instead of my old habit of winding by hand 3 times and then thru( not very practical) I now use the PINCH: first over then under: quick and effective!!!!!! for the two bass strings only over is enough!( I tune very low so that goes real quick...) Thanks again, saves me times and nerves!!!!🎵🎵

[@zbqb84a]

Vintage slotted tuning pegs. On the thin strings I'll sometimes do 1/2 a wrap, run the string through the slot again, then do full wraps. (Props to Dave's World of Fun Stuff)

[@josuesamaniego182]

You are a GEM Phil. Thank you for always giving us all your inside tips/methods.

[@SirVicc]

I use the second locking method. I just like knowing its not going to slip, and I don't change strings enough to care about the difficulty taking them off. Plus if I need to loosen the strings for some reason, they don't tend to unravel or come off. I have tried the top wrap first method and like it too.

[@edwinstovall3334]

I use what you called the "Factory" method in conjunction with Wilkinson EZ-Lok tuners, which provide a second, perpendicularly-placed hole in the shaft. The hole makes tying the Factory knot much more easy.

[@ArchangelMLM]

Awesome, thank you Phil, any helpful tips, tricks or techniques you put on video is greatly appreciated.

[@alcarnor2506]

Great video, as usual. I go the PRS way, a.k.a. factory/scorpion, and it’s been great for me. Didn’t know about the tech method, seems very interesting. I’ll be using it on my next restring this weekend. Thanks Phil! 🙌🏻

[@crispysyd9190]

Luv the tips! Seen a person come into the guitar store while I was visiting to have a restring. Wow! Never stop learning and bond with your guitar...you are one with it!

[@pennrj430]

Thanks for posting this Phil! Can you show us how to restring a nylon string guitar? Thanks

[@harlequintwo]

I tend to stick with the basic method - especially now that I have locking tuners on most of my guitars. Even with the locking tuners, I like to leave a couple of wraps to allow non-standard tunings, etc. It's also easier to do fret maintenance, as you often don't have to remove the strings to do most work. I gotta wonder who gave this video a "thumbs down" though ... I can't imagine anything here that would be problematic. Thanks for another useful video Phil - I learned two new methods to try out!

[@hollywoodactress]

Great video. I have be using the tech method all my life which I didn't know. I copied how the strings were wrapped on my first guitar. Probably why I never had any tuning problems regardless of guitar peg brand.

[@matthiasfoo1217]

damn i dont have the brain capacity to determine how the strings are wrapped hahaha

[@strangequark420]

I look forward to changing strings about as much as cleaning the bathroom. It's messy, and it hurts before I'm finished.

[@ericstigliano8597]

I tend to use the fast wrap method. It works pretty well. I'm considering trying the tech method or the factory method to see if I like it better.

[@kuitaristi3003]

I have been using basic method always, easy to take strings off too when needed. I think it works well.

[@dyr234]

man I forgot about the fast wrap around, that's ones always a goodie.

[@Nigelv]

I've done the fast wrap method since day 1, my dad showed me years ago and I stuck with it. I've just recently started trying the hook method and not too sure if I like it or not yet.

[@maidenthe80sla]

Thanks for the tips and Interesting to know that have names and through the years I used a few. I also concur that the hook method sure makes string removal a PIA.

[@homeofcreation]

Great job on making this video. The close-ups are great too and make everything super clear.

[@ThFatty]

Great video! I think the tech method gives the best results but it's a little tricky on the unwound strings.