‘How often should I change my strings?’ – is a question I often get asked. The truth is there is no set amount of time, for every player it will be different. There are a number of factors that affect the longevity of guitar strings with some of them being:

• How much you play the instrument
• Where you store the instrument
• If you wipe down the guitar strings after you have played (This is important for players that sweat a lot when they play!)
• How much you sweat

The following are signs that you need to change your strings:

• The strings aren’t staying in tune
• They have lost their shiny colour/look duller
• You might notice dirty points where the string is tarnished
• They feel rougher
• The tone of your guitar is duller than normal (this is more noticeable on acoustics).

As you become more experienced you will come to spot these signs more easily.