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Changing Strings on an Acoustic Guitar

By Dan Cross, About.com

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Tightening the Sixth String

Guitar String Winder

Guitar String Winder

Now, we'll begin tightening the string, to slowly bring it into tune. If you own a string winder, it will come in handy now. If not, consider purchasing one - they can be big time savers while changing strings, and they will only set you back a couple of dollars.

Begin slowly and evenly turning the tuning peg in a counter-clockwise manner.

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