Using Martin guitar, Luthier Nowa Crosby explains how to change the guitar strings, check the string height of the 12th fret and adjust the truss rod and tune.
I'm using cutting pliers as a lever to pry up the bridepins, not using them in any way that would mare the pins or wood of the bridge. This is a common practice among luthiers. You don't have time to reach for a different tool to do the same job as the one in your hand if it works appropriately. String winders do have a spot on them for pulling out bridgepins also, but I don't use a manual string winder, as shown in the video. Thanks for your comments and questions. Nowa Crosby
I'm using cutting pliers as a lever to pry up the bridepins, not using them in any way that would mare the pins or wood of the bridge. This is a common practice among luthiers. You don't have time to reach for a different tool to do the same job as the one in your hand if it works appropriately. String winders do have a spot on them for pulling out bridgepins also, but I don't use a manual string winder, as shown in the video. Thanks for your comments and questions. Nowa Crosby
randolin1 5 months ago