Polish also is used to clean maple fingerboards. As mentioned previously, the wool can remove the gloss finish. Once again, if all this sounds like a bit too much work, the Gorgomyte Cleaning cloth is always a great option. We hope that this has given you some insight into looking after your fretboard a bit more. Hi, Thank you for some usefull tips about keeping things clean on my guitar.
On my Bass guitar I only use Elixir strings, which have a Nanoweb coating over the whole string and not just the windings being coated. They are more expensive than other Bass strings but they will outlast standard strings by years! To maintain Elixir strings, I have been advised not to wipe them down after each use!
Low maintainance or what? Elixir strings certainly are low maintenance. We have heard of that method too Phil…particularly amongst bass players. The Crimson neck restorative is also the best I have used, bar none, and I have used all kinds of different products over the past 30 years. Let us know what you have to say:. Your Name. Your Email. November 2, at pm. Hi Colin, Elixir strings certainly are low maintenance.
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These products also help to remove fingertip-induced dust and dirt from the fretboard — two birds, one stone!
You may not want to hear this, especially if you like to exhibit your guitars on the wall. However, the major downside of leaving your guitars out is that dust will easily accumulate on them. Nine times out of ten, dust is causing that. This can be fairly easily resolved by removing the cavity plate on the back of your guitar and blowing the dust out, but if you own a Strat or a similar guitar where the electronics are attached to a scratchplate — this is more of a headache.
So, putting your guitar back in its case whether a hardcase or gigbag is recommended. It will keep your guitar mostly dust-free, and will ensure that it stays reliable and noise-free.
Inevitably, your guitar will need cleaning at some point, even if you follow the above recommendations. You can clean your guitar without removing the strings, but a thorough clean may make this necessary — not to mention a lot easier!
As a rule, I generally schedule cleaning my guitar with when a string change is needed. It just makes more sense. And speaking of strings, we currently offer 4 for 3 on all guitar strings! So first off, wash your hands and set up an area to place your guitar. This is probably the most important part of your guitar to clean frequently. When sweat dries and evaporates it dehydrates the wood, which can lead to cracks developing or the formation of everlasting marks.
If you do, then make sure to only use steel wool. In fact, it will even polish them to an extent. Now you can move on to conditioning the fretboard, which rehydrates the wood and deeply cleanses it to look just like new. You can apply this with a damp cloth or toothbrush, or combine this with the previous step and rub it onto the board with steel wool.
However, be generous with the amount that you use. A little goes a long way! Maple fingerboards are more susceptible to showing dirt and marks than Rosewood or Ebony boards, due to their lighter wood tone. And what adds insult to injury is that conditioner products cannot be used on Maple.
So, what is the best way to clean a Maple board? One of the best methods to clean an unfinished Maple fretboard is to use ultra-fine steel wool. This removes dirt without causing damage to the frets. A slightly damp cloth can also be used, especially on satin-finished maple, but generally avoid using anything other than this. A Maple fingerboard that has been lacquered should be cleaned only with a damp or dry cloth. Using steel wool will take away the shine and leave a matte-like finish, while lemon oil will dull the finish and similarly take away the sheen.
Strictly use a dry or lightly dampened cloth. Luckily for you, the body is easier and less-intimidating to clean than the fretboard. So make sure to be aware of what type of finish it has before you go ahead and clean it.
For all of the finishes below, make sure to use a soft cloth when wiping down the body. The Jim Dunlop Polish Cloth is a great lightweight cotton cloth that you can easily store in your guitar case or gigbag. The majority of mass-produced guitars are finished in either a polyester or polyurethane finish, which gives a glossy protective layer to your instrument.
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