Maintenance
Open-String Buzz: Nut Slots, Relief, and Worn Frets
Guitar buzzes only on open strings? Check nut slot height, neck relief, and first-fret wear in that order. Here is how to tell them apart and what to fix yourself.
Why it matters
Most repairs start as five-minute jobs
Nobody did them. Here’s what a little regular attention buys you.
01 / TONE
Keep your tone
Strings die slowly, so you stop noticing. Fresh strings, clean frets, and a wipe-down after every session keep the sound you bought the guitar for.
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Avoid the big repairs
Wood moves with the seasons. Holding 45–55% humidity prevents the cracks, sharp fret ends, and lifted bridges that turn into repair bills.
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Stay easy to play
Relief and action drift as the neck responds to the weather. A seasonal check against the specs keeps the guitar comfortable instead of a fight.
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