Mickey Woodcock Guitar Tuition is about more than just learning to play the guitar. We also try to cover all aspects of musicianship, from writing your own music to taking care of your instrument by means of online guitar maintenance lessons.
You wouldn’t expect a car to keep running day-in and day-out, year after year, unless you fitted new tires and changed the oil from time to time. Cars need regular maintenance if they are to continue working as they should, and the same goes for guitars. And just like owning a car, you have two options when it comes to keeping up with your guitar maintenance:
Some motorists prefer to take their car to a garage, where a professional mechanic can do all the work that is needed. While online guitar maintenance videos can be quite thorough, it can be reassuring to know that your guitar is also being maintained by a professional. At Mickey Woodcock Guitar Tuition, we have years of experience in working on guitars of all kinds and getting them to the best condition possible.
If you live further afield and take lessons with us online guitar maintenance does not have to be a daunting prospect for you. We can talk you through all the common adjustments which can transform a guitar into a great sounding instrument. Only basic tools are needed for most online guitar maintenance.
What are some of the tasks involved in maintaining your guitar?
Online Guitar Maintenance: Cleaning
Just like a car which is your pride and joy, keeping your guitar clean is the first step to regular maintenance and should be performed every time you play. Wiping over the strings is especially important, as dust and skin oils stick to them and make them sound dull and out of tune.
Tuning pegs and pickups are other parts of a guitar which can become clogged up with dust if they are not cleaned properly. Dusting all parts of your guitar should be part of your daily routine, as having an instrument which looks and feels good will inspire you to practice more and feel better about your playing too.
Online Guitar Maintenance: Strings
Strings are obviously one of the most important parts of the guitar, and deserve a lot of your attention. Do you know whether your guitar takes nylon or steel strings, and what thickness of strings you prefer? Buying the right strings will make a big difference to how the guitar sounds and how it feels to play, and putting on a new set every few weeks will keep it ready to go at all times.
Online Guitar Maintenance: Setups
Every time you change your guitar strings, you should take the time to perform a setup to make sure all the adjustments are correct. Contact us for more information on setups.
Online Guitar Maintenance: Storage
If your guitar has a beautiful wood or paint finish, it would be such a shame to let it become faded in the sun. We can teach you to look after your guitar even when it isn’t in use.
