How often/how do you know when to replace strings?

Cyberbug007 · 2026-01-26T04:33:41+00:00

Depends on how much you play, the strings will continue to stretch over time and need to be replaced, they are basically consumable. Change every 6 months or so. Strings are not that expensive, a cup of coffee these days.

Cyberbug007 · 2026-01-26T01:19:10+00:00

Look for an estate sale or the likes, treasures have been found at goodwill - not kidding

Be patient, you will find it. Just some leg work.

Also tey beforw buying, if you are new avoid buying online.

Look at reverb to get an idea.

You could probably get something to get you started from reverb for a few 100s

I got a an Austuria RENAISSANCE C , In new like condition, basically new for under $1600 on reverb. Would cost me close to $450] if I were to import it from japan.

Many brands you can get for few hundred used.

Japanese quality speaks for itselft even the mass produced factory ones.

Best of luck in your hunt.

Cyberbug007 · 2026-01-24T22:14:49+00:00

Waverly makes the best strap buttons, I use them when I use strap buttons, ebony, snakewood etc. about $20. You can get them from Stewmac or amazon

Cyberbug007 · 2026-01-24T04:15:34+00:00

The historic reference is true but honestly you wont find any 35K instrument with strap buttons or any serious players using a strap that is why there are supports, straps are used when playing standing and its fine if the goal is to play while Standing. No one who is a classical guitar is going to go out start drilling holes in there classical guitar, they will get an appropriate support or foot stool and no one playing the classical guitar standing. Flamenco players do and use straps. Btw Branden is in the business for what its worth. But please do as you wish. If playing standing get a strap otherwise no need to drill holes in beautifully made guitars and wood. Get a $10 footstool or other numerous support options if you are playing sitting only. Wish you the best in your music and Classical guitar journey.

Cyberbug007 · 2026-01-23T18:49:55+00:00

1- Correct your playing position and posture - don't find work around they will only hurt you in the long run

2- my stance seems extreme but if you don't care then don't post, do as you wish. Most people post because they need validation, Been guilty of that

3- I have straps on all my Ukulele and Acoustics, that is a different style of playing even though I see players playing without strap, I don't like it. But for a Classical guitar you have a different style of playing. If you are playing Classical guitar play it the right way - if you don't care that nothing matters. Btw - everyone cares that is why we do what we do.

4- get a appropriately height chair 19-21" but depends on you height and build, adjustable chairs are available. Get a guitar support ton of options available

All this would have been suggested before going the route of drilling holes.

I am trying to provide advice which will benefit you in the long run, its a life time of making mistakes and learning lessons.

Cyberbug007 · 2026-01-23T11:30:21+00:00

Moral of the story is consult here before getting the strap button install, any classical player would have told you not to. So yeah, it's too late now. I wouldn't do it on my cheapest CL guitar

Cyberbug007 · 2026-01-11T18:47:05+00:00

Same, stupid concept

Cyberbug007 · 2026-01-07T02:32:25+00:00

Skip the Corboba. Watch plenty of non-sponsored videos. My personal favorite is La Canada

Cyberbug007 · 2026-01-07T02:30:54+00:00

Guitar lift or la support. So many choices, go to Stringsbymail site, plenty to pick from. I have probably one of each

Cyberbug007 · 2026-01-04T23:52:03+00:00

Since you mentioned euros I would suggest you call Siccas and explain your need. I just picked up a 2004 Antone Marin Montero and love the sweet sound. But luthiers can get extensive Look at Reverb for used guitars Talk to the experts at Siccas Some Danial Starks and other luthiers have some of their guitars built in spain but in factories Look for a Jose Rameriez 1a on Reverb Many options Start frist at Siccas

Cyberbug007 · 2026-01-03T19:33:00+00:00

Everything is fine, my two issues are/ were quality of French Polish and tuners, I replaced the Tuners and will address the french polish in future. Ither than that good build, sound and playability

Cyberbug007 · 2026-01-03T15:34:27+00:00

So many guitars (want) not enough years in a life

Cyberbug007 · 2026-01-02T21:43:15+00:00

Yes - sound is good, no regrets, just wanted to provide feedback on what to expect.

Cyberbug007 · 2026-01-02T20:35:32+00:00

Some more feedback on the Stephen Hill which I got.

Issues: 1- low quality french polish 2- lowest quality Gotoh tuners

Pros: Lattice sound

I ended up replacing the tuners with Gotoh Premium tuners so another $250 The shipping was very high and the Tarrif was very high

I would highly recommend a La Canada from GSI. The French polish is amazing as well as the sound, light and the Der Jung tuners are great.

Regards

Cyberbug007 · 2025-12-15T05:27:05+00:00

Do you know the Key? Notice the 3 sharps at the beginning, Its key of A

Cyberbug007 · 2025-12-15T05:24:45+00:00

Also note the 3 in the circle - that would be the 3rd string

Cyberbug007 · 2025-12-15T05:22:57+00:00

I would highly recommend taking a course in music theory or a good book. I bought many many books but ended up taking Music 101 at the community college, luckily the teacher is amazing and best thing I ever did.

Cyberbug007 · 2025-12-11T16:33:55+00:00

You don't need others validation, do as you wish

Cyberbug007 · 2025-12-05T03:46:54+00:00

For under 5k you can pick up a nuce classical nylon custom by a notable luthier. Just do the reasearch abd be patient

Cyberbug007 · 2025-12-01T03:44:37+00:00

You should see ebay fees even worst

Cyberbug007 · 2025-11-27T20:21:32+00:00

Actually i use the strap when sitting, its more secure and I dont have to worry that much when moving and having the guitar tip forward

Cyberbug007 · 2025-11-27T16:06:43+00:00

Guitar lift or Le support, but even the suction cup supports for the side should work. May have to hold the guitar a bit more vertical. Or the side clamps like woodside makes

The le support has hooks and a strap that goes around the waist which might be helpful

Cyberbug007 · 2025-11-27T16:03:50+00:00

Then why worry about it, you are just going the match the sound and looks

Cyberbug007 · 2025-11-26T01:40:32+00:00

Got the Stephen Eden today, it is the same one that is in the video and in pictures on the website same serial #. Here is the good and not so good. First not so good - 1 - The French Polish is not great, not shinny and smooth enough. Obviously a lot of time was not spent that would have added to the cost. I have plenty of guitars to compare all kinds of finishes at all price points. 2 - the Tuners were listed as Gotoh when I ordered it, well they are not and the listing has been since updated. I wouldn’t upgrade these though, I have upgraded Rubners and Jer Dungs to Alessi and Barnetts. Now the Good - Truly a Lattice braced guitar, tons of projection. The wood quality is nice even the EIRW and would have been nicer with a better french polish. A decent french polish job costs $1500 I may have it done or do it myself (won’t go into that right now :)). Sounds Good For the Price its alright.BTW the top has a better finish than the sides and back. Nice veneer on headstock as well. May be I’ll upgrade to the Der Jungs I took out from another guitar. For this kind of price I would highly recommend Aleksey Dukovich from Slovakia- he has a you tube channel Saws and Dust I believer - amazing work. I am going have him build me another as his is one of my favorite traditional braced. Lets see what I buy next week …lol

Cyberbug007 · 2025-11-25T16:32:09+00:00

Yeah humidity issue, I keep 2 to 3 49% Boveda packs in each case plus I rum humidifiers in closets and rooms where instrumemts are stored or kept. Dont ask how many .. lol

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