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Guitar chord forum - chordie → Acoustic → G String problems
I just finished changing my G String on my Yamaha acoustic. The old one was installed about a month ago, but there was an indentation at all the fret bar spots on the string, and on the 3/4 bar and 6/7 bar, it was completely split in two, and starting to unwind.
What could of caused this so I can avoid it in the future?
Playing the "G" string is causing it. (not being a smart guy) Your playing the "G alot and also you may have a rough fret. So either stop playing your "G"string <img src="images/smiley_icons/icon_lol.gif" border=0 alt="Laughing"> and or get your frets leveled. You will still have the flat marks on the strings that's just string wear.
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I didn't have any problems with the first string, and the one I'm talking about that got messed up was the second. The marks were on all of the fret spots, and not on any other string.
My G string is usually the first to go. It seems to be the most played. I also have sweaty fingers which doesn't help matters. I bought a SWIPE string cleaner and it seems to have made a difference.
What about trying heavier strings? (just a thought)
As myself & Alvee33 said your playing your "G" string alot. If you are playing it as your second string that may also be a problem (you have it strung incorrectly). Strings in sets of six usually are strung (from top to the bottom) low E, A, D, G (wound on acoustic sets, plain on electric), B and high E. Next time your playing your guitar take time and check if you are playing the "G" alot.
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Guitar chord forum - chordie → Acoustic → G String problems
