How Do You Change The Strings On A Tremolo Or Whammy Bar?
The tremolo or whammy bar is an arm attached to the bridge and neck of an electric guitar. A tremolo changes the length and tension on guitar strings to create various sound effects. The tremolo or whammy bar was made popular in the 1960’s by surf bands. Loosen the lock nut that holds the strings at the end of the neck of the guitar. Some tremolos have levers instead of lock nuts. Remove the lock nut if necessary. Push in on the tremolo or whammy bar. This loosens the tension on the wires. Unscrew the nut on the back of the tremolo that corresponds to the string you are changing. This loosens the string so you can take it off. Pop the string out of the lock. Take the string off the tuning peg on the end of the neck. Unroll the string. Bend it at a 90-degree angle 1 inch from balled end. Cut the string at the bent edge. Bend the tip of the wire slightly. Place it in the block on the body of the guitar. Tighten the hex nut on the back of the tremolo or whammy bar to hold the string in pl
