I have always appreciated Jim DeCola’s style and ease of presentation. His depth of knowledge is most impressive but he doesn’t bury you with minutiae. I will always see him as the voice and face of Gibson Luthiery.
@MichaelZola
4 жыл бұрын
This wasn’t your average guitar maintenance video. It was full of pro tips for the simplistic task of string changes. I was happily surprise to learn new tricks for the process. Going in depth on the both classic and locking style of tuners, this is the best reference if seen! Thanks Gibson TV.
@alwaysmikeg
Жыл бұрын
I'm a newer guitar player, but I'm a very technical person and love to geek out on whatever I'm working on and my newfound love of guitar mechanics has been really fun. I gotta say, from a technical instruction standpoint, you are one of the best I have ever seen. You have such a methodical, clear and concise way of explaining technical concepts, perfect cadence and your love of your craft is so apparent. So glad I subscribed!!!!!! THANK YOU!!!
@katianag7785
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video - Gibson has stepped up their game recently and i hope the trend upwards continues, there is nothing like a new Les Paul in the new case!!
@danedwards5707
3 жыл бұрын
Wow someone actually explaining different methods of stringing a guitar. I've learned more in a few minutes than I have in almost 20 years with a guitar
@saulgoode5837
4 жыл бұрын
Great tips. Please do more of these maintenance videos. Intonation, setting string height, neck relief and pick-up height.
@xjohn1970
4 жыл бұрын
I'm really enjoying the 2020 Gibson/Epiphone Les Paul's. I purchased a set of Gibson 2020 les Pauls 50s & 60s & a set of 2020 Epiphone 50s and 60s Les Pauls All 4 are truly amazing sounding Rock and Roll machines & works of Art. I can't wait to see what You guys at Gibson/Epiphone bring for 2021. GREAT Work 👍 🎸
@sgoldman9732
4 жыл бұрын
The next video ,setup pickups or complete guitar setup,great video, thanks.
@nocturnalferalguitarist
4 жыл бұрын
Jim used to work on my guitars in Illinois before he worked for Gibson. He was always very neat, meticulous and did a fantastic job. Always a long list guitars waiting for him personally. Great video.
@sebastiantabordachacon396
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Gibson for that great piece of information I wish I had a Les Paul like that
@brianpollock8033
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! Please do a video on setting up your guitar. Bridge and tailpiece height, intonation, truss rod adjustment, etc.
@slevintheluckyone
4 жыл бұрын
I started to play gituar around 2006 as a teen, mainly owned Epiphone and Esp, do to lack of time i rarly played in the last 8 years. Started again at the end of 2019. Last month my first Gibson arrived, a lp junior with p90. Whatever Was written or said with quality issues Gibson has, i never owned a better gituar then this junior, unboxed, tuned, plug in and what an amazing Sound it deliveres, now im selling some old stuff, already locking for a special in TV yellow... Thx Gibson great work.
@thefilthygringo9228
Жыл бұрын
JIM DECOLA is the man! Love watching his video. What a wealth of knowledge!
@rendyandrian7149
4 жыл бұрын
I still can't afford a gibson, but I want to know how to change string on guitar with TOM and stop tail. This video is useful for me. Can't wait to watch more and more episode on this series.
@genri.a9128
4 жыл бұрын
You are fine without one
@sixslinger9951
2 жыл бұрын
been playing for 40 years and never knew about the z bend...holy crap, that is very effective. thanks !
@MaliziaG
4 жыл бұрын
Now last step, if you want to keep your Gibson in tune you're gonna have to change the nut. 'Cause we did a lot of research to save money on our materials and keep selling our guitars for the same prices. Full success with the Graph tech ! Great video by the way..!
@williambissell794
3 жыл бұрын
Mine stays in tune just fine. Never have a problem. Sometimes I wonder if my tuner is working. lol
@toddknaster9731
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Jim, your “Z” bend technique is awesome! Makes changing the strings so much easier. After watching all of your videos and practicing on my guitars I think I’m ready to come work for you!!!
@okbrancho
4 жыл бұрын
Love watching Luthiers practice their craft. I look forward to more episodes in this series. Thanks!!!
@mattburch9873
4 жыл бұрын
Gibson finally got tired of the internets “Les Paul’s won’t stay in tune” gripe and gave a lesson. 🤣 👏Bravo Gibson
@mattburch9873
4 жыл бұрын
Wise Guy - exactly. I’m poking fun at the internet comment sections concerning Gibson guitars. Someone inevitably complains about tuning stability. It’s dumb.
@yes-qi8ng
4 жыл бұрын
You can always use locking nut
@1968custom
4 жыл бұрын
I have a 1968 les paul custom black beauty and it holds its tune remakably well- sweetest sound and sustain - weighs a ton but that's a small price to pay for the way it plays
@1968custom
4 жыл бұрын
@Wise Guy I agree
@mightymikeamps9317
3 жыл бұрын
@@1968custom I played one a while back, and it was super heavy.
@kennethholbrecht6103
4 жыл бұрын
Gibsontv is doing amazing work since the New management has come... Anything with angus would be great .
@aandy9376
3 жыл бұрын
When the man turned the front of the second guitar, I felt like I was slapped in the face, my mind was blown away, what a color
@mikew9788
3 жыл бұрын
Very nice guitar
@reddoggie100
4 жыл бұрын
Luv Gibson catching up to the KZitem game with 1 of my favorite luthiers! Cheers!
@graysonward5086
4 жыл бұрын
I have the 50s LP standard with P90s. Incredible guitar! Thanks Gibson!
@ebathurst9216
4 жыл бұрын
A little late to the show lol, Fender had a video like this like 6 years ago. Great video though, I love the new videos Marks been helping put together with Gibson.
@megadethforlife84
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! I’ve been playing guitar for years and never knew about that bottom wrap!
@cadurocha2017
4 жыл бұрын
Tks for the video! Stay safe guys! 🙏🏼 Cheers from São Paulo 🇧🇷
@Linqua2112
5 ай бұрын
Been doing my own stuff for years but it can always help to get back to basics! It's the little things that matter, and the different winding methods I never properly learned. This series has been great I've been getting my SG back to spec after years of bad setups. Thanks so much for this! One thing I wanted to add, is that I usually tune each string up a whole step past my intended note. I usually tune down, so for D standard for example I am using .11-.54 but tuning it momentarily up to E standard, one string at a time but not all at once. I've found that 90% of stretching is done and I barely have to do excess tuning because the strings are pretty much already settled. Never felt that comfortable about yanking on the strings to stretch them, and tried for a more systematic way.
@purplehaze9154
3 жыл бұрын
Best strings changing tutorial video I’ve ever watched. Thanks Gibson! Keep these tutorial videos coming.
@daviddiehl8523
Жыл бұрын
By far the BEST instruction to restringing I've ever seen!! THANK YOU Jim and Gibson!!
@zippy61
4 жыл бұрын
Nice tips. I like the one on how to figure out which string is which if you get non color coded ones mixed up. Thanks Gibson
@St0n_e_man
3 жыл бұрын
So glad Gibson are doing these series, with covid and everything, i know we’ve all been at home with our guitars finding tips and tricks
@marsmediapro
Жыл бұрын
It amazes me how there are so many luthiers whose guitar string changing methods are so different. Although there is a lot of useful information in this video, the multiple camera production is annoying when the presenter is not looking towards the audience! Thanks, Jim!
@deanrussell5901
4 жыл бұрын
That E and B string tip 👍
@paoloantonio1531
3 жыл бұрын
When the high "E" dropped lower I was in awe and I'm not even joking bro
@GetStabby
4 жыл бұрын
Great video! Mr. DeCola has a great way of explaining how to do this that makes it easy to follow and learn. Having been using these restringing methods for the last 30+ years, this is old hat for me, but I really appreciate hearing a master luthier explain how its done. Makes me appreciate whomever came up with locking tuners though, my 2010 Les Paul Traditional has them and it takes about half the time to restring than my standard tuner Les Pauls. Good job again, Gibson TV!
@MultiTexMex
4 жыл бұрын
I love these videos. Even if I know much of this info, this is helpful for for newcomers. Thank you Gibson!
@pamelaarmstrong3612
4 жыл бұрын
Nice helpful video. I have the same color Modern as in the 2nd half. Love it!
@細井邦生
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your lecture, I am looking for another one.
@OscarGuitare
2 жыл бұрын
That blue gold top near the end is one of the coolest guitars I've ever seen. Thank you for this very detailed and precise explanation.
@GuitarExpress
4 жыл бұрын
Loving that 50´s Standard LP. Looks just like mine :)
@PaulKirtley
3 жыл бұрын
Clear, concise, well-explained, with multiple options and safety tips (for you and your guitar) covered off. Also good camera angles throughout. It's all appreciated. Thank you.
@mkguitarproject
3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic series os lessons. That's why the man is the chief Luthier. Thanks for the valuable information.
@_peachbeach
3 ай бұрын
I have been playing guitar for around 20 years and using this tutorial now I've restrung my LP standard and my LP studio, thanks man, great tutorial! Now I can save money haha
@stephenlesperance1034
Жыл бұрын
Best stringing tutorial by far. I have rushed this for years on my Gibson LP and always did a shitty stringing job. This video made me look like an expert stringer after my FIRST try. Thanks!
@sempercompellis
9 ай бұрын
great editing folks- really focus in on his face when he is showing you what he is doing down on the head stock--- GREAT
@mynameiskyleabent
4 жыл бұрын
Changing strings on my Gibson SG standard '61 with an evertune bridge is always a joy
@tuppot
9 ай бұрын
Best tutorial I found. Thorough yet precise somehow.
@graemero5532
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers for the tips Jim. I'm a one at a time guy.
@paulsablansauget6281
4 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the next episode. Proud of Gibson for this new era!
@fequalsma8428
4 жыл бұрын
This was awesome! Thanks for all of the information!
@redfrozenseven
11 ай бұрын
I got my Les Paul Classic in Aug 2022 and I play it every day and i have not changed the strings yet and it holds tune and still sounds amazing. I have been afraid to change them - first high end guitar. This video will help.
@seeknmusik9599
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this very interesting video
@jacktaylor6067
4 жыл бұрын
Did this this AM when restrang with a wrap over on the bridge. Used the Z bend method (no locking method). Worked like a charm. Nice n neat cleaning up the sloppy mess I had before. Very easy.
@staple765
Жыл бұрын
Great video Jim thanks! I use method number three on everything. I have never stretched my strings, and never had any issues staying in tune. It is my opinion that stretching the strings, degrades their integrity. Played countless three hour shows in all climates indoors and outdoors, and never had a guitar go out of tune during a show.
@10INCHCRUSHER
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Gibson. A seriously great lesson.
@vernonhoover1387
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips.great.job nice goldtop!!!
@rexnavarro2918
4 жыл бұрын
Sting change 101 with your host Jim "Mr. Rock n Rolla" DeCola.
@roberthancock2563
4 жыл бұрын
Great video! I use the one over then the rest down method and big bends nut sauce in the nut and on the saddle contact points. It's made my Epiphone Les Paul stay in tune about 95% better.
@alfredoveiga
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video !! Tomorrow I'm gonna changing the strings to my Les Paul for the first time !! Thank you Gibson for the great tips !!👍👍
@craigmiller7103
4 жыл бұрын
Great Video! An additional technique I use is to fret the string at the 7th fret and tug at the string where you normally pick the string. That is a much quicker way to get the string to settle on the bridge and stay and keep in tune. This is valuable especially for a quick string change at a gig where you don't have time for the string to settle in the other way. Keep these videos coming! Thanks!
@derekvons4041
4 ай бұрын
Dude, you are explaining this. I want to say perfectly. I unfortunately watch the Stratocaster fender video that popped up first and I have a Gibson SG style and I really messed it up and I’ve always leaned towards Gibson over fender. Thank you so much for doing this.
@Wargasm644
3 жыл бұрын
I leave at least 1-2 winds on some of my locking tuner guitars in case I want to down tune. But I’m to the point now where I’ve got about enough guitars for just about all the different tunings. But if you don’t, keep this in mind. I also equip my Gibson’s with Gibson USA TP-6 tailpieces. Tuning stability just seems better too me. And I’ve got a lot of Floyd guitars, so I’m used to reaching for the bridge for any adjustments if necessary. My TP-6’s are also locking. So they don’t fall off when not under string tension. I usually get locking bridges too. And I use Tw25b military gun grease on the saddles and nut. Comes in a needle tip syringe applicator. That along with elixir strings keeps any binding at bay. My Gibson hardtails hold tune almost as well as my locking nut shredder guitars. 👊🏻 Thanks for the video. Gibson’s are badass.
@ianevans67
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial yes there are potentially 3 ways of stringing and Jim shows you all of them. People argue over what's best. Just do what you feel suits you. At the end of the day it's your choice
@rareform6747
4 жыл бұрын
Love this channel . All regular tuners should be open pegs !
@a.khusyairie5573
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you master.....very informative!
@tonypereira2054
Жыл бұрын
The best guitar string tutorial on youtube.
@adiiqbal8010
4 жыл бұрын
Idk why I love watching videos like these, its like asmr for me
@BYoung0123
4 жыл бұрын
Great info! Been playing for a while but always willing to try a new way on wrapping strings. Lots of options and opinions out there. I use the lock method but might try the plain Z next time. Keep the videos coming. Great way to connect with customers. Love that Faded Pelham Blue...beautiful!
@johnnygutierrez2362
2 жыл бұрын
Definitely a master indeed, Mr. DeCola!!! Thank you
@TheSoulsandRevive
4 жыл бұрын
Great video! Very informative.Looking forward to more maintenance footage in the near future, Cheers
@underworld3721
3 жыл бұрын
Good tool tips Jim, keep being awesome sir.
@tonycarpaccio9550
3 жыл бұрын
Is that a Protektor shooting bag you're using as a guitar neck rest? Love it.
@aquilarossa5191
4 жыл бұрын
I was going to say that anybody who needs to learn how to restring and tune a guitar probably is not the type who should be looking at big money guitars like Gibson. But then I cast my memory back to 1986 and remembered that the first guitar I bought with my own money was a 1955 Gibson Southern Jumbo. It played so nice and was easier to play the chords I was learning, which is why I emptied my bank account to get it. Every other guitar I tried was harder to play. It sounded great too. I did not know how to even tune it. After six months I sold it and it was worse for wear. No damage, but it was not a nice sounding guitar after me having it. I killed its mojo, but I am sure somebody was able to bring it back to life. So getting a decent guitar as a beginner is worth doing once the player knows they are going to continue, but knowing how to look after the thing and keeping it playing and sounding good has to be priority -- even as much as learning the music. P.S. In an old book about my family a relative was talking about the Stradivarius they had. It was stolen in the USA on the way to NZ and Aussie. He was a well known player in England around 1900. He was convinced that violins played well over the years generally have good tone, i.e., improve with age. I wonder if there is something in it and if so, then that might also apply to guitars? Maybe, maybe not. Not sure yet (my default position on all questions that are new to me is agnostic).
@yingchengchen3898
3 жыл бұрын
My English is not good enough, but I can understand what are you talking about. Thank you for teaching these easily.
@Seanmyers2000
4 жыл бұрын
I have an Sg standard 2020 and it feels great to play, I’m planning on getting a Les Paul standard 50s in tobacco burst here in the next few months, since the quality control seems to awesome now
@goatfish07
3 жыл бұрын
I just picked up that exact guitar. It's simply amazing, and is the only guitar I play now.
@Seanmyers2000
3 жыл бұрын
@@goatfish07 I actually ended up with the 60s standard in unburst, but they’re all so beautiful it’s hard to choose tbh
@thekiddo115
Жыл бұрын
This video is very helpful thanks for posting it.
@gearjammin_bluesman
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. It helped a ton and I achieved success on my first restring:)
@liorauf
4 жыл бұрын
Great video!!! Thanks Jim!!! 🤘❤️
@greggsimmons7965
Жыл бұрын
What a great video. There is Gibson and then there's everyone else.
@sammysmithson7172
4 жыл бұрын
I was like, REALLY GIBSON, you need to make a video on how to string your guitar. Not exactly rocket science is it?! Then I watched it. How wrong I was! I actually know how to string my guitar now!! Thanks for the awesome content. Keep it up :-)
@chacha134
Жыл бұрын
2:42-3:10 is genius a nice little tip
@bryancarter8117
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the Videos Jim. Gibson USA Forever For Me Personally 👍🎸
@blimeylimey13
4 жыл бұрын
More important than protecting your eyes while uncoiling, protect your guitar. 😃
@johanhasan4707
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video!
@jimboslice9472
4 жыл бұрын
the tip about unwinding those strings at arms length can not be over stressed.
@rayfabris2512
3 жыл бұрын
just got my les paul from the garage Monday,my first and is has a killer flame top with cherry burst a nod to Ace and 2 pick ups not 3.
@morningstar9995
3 жыл бұрын
This was really helpful and informative. Thank you!!
@biffleonetti5298
Жыл бұрын
I only had tuning issues on the G string. I now wind upward only on the G string which reduces the pressure on the nut just enough to not catch in the slot. Listen to me now and believe me later, it works magnificently.
@matthewwilson3673
4 жыл бұрын
that turquoise guitar is lovely
@zeppelinfan82
4 жыл бұрын
Ive been playing guitar for literally 33 years. Why am I watching this 😆
@chrisruef9221
3 жыл бұрын
Because you like guitars and you've been playing guitar for 33 years?
@dennispatchett9806
Жыл бұрын
Great advice on string changes
@gspiggity
4 жыл бұрын
Great guide thanks for sharing, I'll put these tips to good use. Love the winder as well, where do I get one of those tools?
@blissfulhumanoid9536
2 жыл бұрын
Very informative tutorial! I just purchased a brand new Gibson Les Paul Studio Guitar in tangerine burst just yesterday. I totally love it! I also prefer to use Gibson guitar strings. I believe the gauge on these strings is somewhere near a ten, but I’m not too certain. Can you kindly recommend a specific set of Gibson strings I can use for this particular model? Or, which strings doe’s Gibson use straight from the factory because these feel absolutely wonderful? Thanks in advance for your time and advice.
@crashrc1175
4 жыл бұрын
I like this guy, great tips Sir
@mtacoustic1
4 жыл бұрын
I put a little pencil lead into the empty nut slots so the strings will slide over the nut without sawing away at it. Seems to help with tuning stability too.
@katzensprung7449
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, Mr. Decola and Gibson!! This was a very helpful video. My new Gibson Les Paul Tribute (great guitar btw, sounds great, plays great, looks great, I love it ) needs some new strings.
@JosTorres
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for made this kind of videos because are really helpful for us! 👍🏼
@toku7319
4 жыл бұрын
I wish I could just play around with a goldtop Les Paul like that. Especially one with P90s.
@Onesixcruz
3 жыл бұрын
Very well explained 👏
@eduardo0796
4 жыл бұрын
I love Goldtops and P90s
@Junior1385
4 жыл бұрын
wow i dint know about these stringing methods, for new strings i recomend elixir strings and Ddaddario strings.
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