DIY: How to String a Classical Guitar

Tips and tools you need to change strings on a classical guitar.

Changing strings on a nylon-strung instrument is much different than wrestling with the buttons and wire on a steel-string acoustic. PG’s Nikos Arvantis offers an in-depth tutorial on changing nylon strings, and specifically on a classical instrument—where the number of string holes on the tie block (six, nine, or 12) vary model-to-model. His tools: a normal tension D’Addario string set, a string winder, wire clippers and a headstand. Nikos walks us though one string at a time, from bridge to tuners. He starts by running the bass string through the bridge to the tie block—in this case a 6-hole variant—and displays proper string tying technique. Thinks loops and remain patient. This can be challenging the first few times, and especially so for those with large fingers. Next we move to the headstock. The lowest bass string also needs to be tied securely, and then wound to pitch in such a way that the windings run on the outside of the string roller. For the next two low strings, the windings go to the inside. This avoids string overlap. Next he moves to the highest string, where the light gauge can be especially hard to knot, and also keeps the string on the outside of the roller while winding up to pitch. The next two highest strings go on the inner part of the roller, as with the bass strings. Finally, the loose ends sticking out beyond the knots on the tie block and rollers are trimmed with the wire cutter. And violá! If your nylon-string guitar has a nine- or 12-hole block, consult the manual or other sources.

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[shawnhits]

Dough hands move them fingers boy can’t see a damn thing

[JuniorTennis]

Remember that on one end of the 6th string (Base-E), there is a loosely wound two inches and that end is used on the bridge (the bottom side of the guitar) for easy tying. Just make sure that all of the loosely wound part is brought under the bridge, through the hole. You don't want that part producing any of the vibration/sound.

[patricia]

I bought a new set cause the firs one broke. I broke again the first new one while tuning 😭😭😭😭😭

[SpiralSine]

First time re-stringing my guitar without ball-end strings, worked like a charm! Thank you so much.

[drktrnquiity]

This is extremely helpful! I've been re-stringing and setting up electrics for years, but don't have any experience with classicals. Going to try out this method soon! Instructions are very clear and detailed. 🤘Efharisto Nikos!

[Lucky_chat]

Hi (●’◡’●)ﾉ
I don't own a guitar and dont plan on stringing any guitars anytime soon haven't even seen a guitar in about 8 months. Im just here cause I wanted to learn something new and was curious :)
Oh baiii ♥︎♡♥︎꧂

[glocknboopin]

Anyone know what song is playing in the background it sounds so good

[AdvaS]

This was my very first time changing the strings on my old classical guitar and your video was super helpful ! Thanks for the short and simple demonstration, I appriciate it very much sir 🌻

[cyagoober]

NB! dont cut before tuning just wasted 15€ cuz G string slipped and now i cant loop it on top fml

[TheForzaDude]

Thank you so much I broke the E string on my guitar and this helped I thought I was fucked

[disc]

6/10! Obviously nice chap but some issues

Music too loud
Fingers in the way
Do you do the double tuck on the bridge with only the 1st e string or all first 3 strings - not obvious.
No mention of which way to tighten strings

[tsiftsaro]

First time changing strings and your video was extremely frustrating. You go too fast . This is supposed to be for begginers brah

[catarinamonteiro]

Thank you so much for this! I'm a beginner and it was my first time re-stringing my guitar. This video was so helpful and told me everything I needed to know!

[miketrew]

Thank you so much for showing this technique. I was worried about the tying method and type of knots. Greetings fae Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[nycewiddit]

I literally followed every step but for some reason the last string when I wind it goes out of tune? like it will be okay but then a few minutes later it goes back down to a lower tone? but also though Im not sure why the more I go up the fret to play chords or single notes the sound gets stuck and plays out of tune?? any suggestions anyone please? thanks In advance! :)

[RonnKilby]

At 1:30 you say "over the nut" when you are running the string over the saddle.

[xmery]

Thank you. This is my 3rd time restringing the guitar and this was the first time e string didn't hit me in the face/hand.

[Maxhesp]

Thank you my friend. You've helped me. Best wishes.

[stavrosk.]

Simple and efficiënt. A must see for all beginners (and more advanced) players.

[hni]

"There is not only one way of doing it" sound very sympathetic, and quite a bit different from many vids I've seen here.