LP String care etc.

[scott123]

Just wondered if most of you guys wipe down your LP after use, and run something underneath strings to get that "gunk" off. While I have a Traditional LP (2011), I play my strats and Tele way more often. I don't usually bother doing it with those guitars. But for some reason I notice buildup of gunk on strings more on my LP and also feel I have to wipe down the back of the neck (gets sticky) regularly. Just seeing what others do ... thanks.

 

[Tollywood]

I don’t get any of that on my strings, but my hands are dry and not oily. They sell an antiperspirant meant for your hands that might help you.

Graph Tech PH-0002-01 Chops Dry N' Glide Hand Powder

Roll-on Talc for Musicians' Hands

www.sweetwater.com

 

[WholeLottaTone]

I always do a wipe down after playing. I usually hit the neck and the top, especially where my forearm rests but also around the knobs, and always the strings. For my beater acoustic, I just do the strings and occasionally the neck. I've never thought about running anything underneath the strings.

 

[golfnut]

I only wipe down my strings and the back of the neck and only if I've played a gig which are not frequent. But then most of my guitars are journeyman relics so I don't care about making them shine. However my new Les Paul Standard 50's is glossy and new and I find my self now wiping down the body. Pain in the butt. I wish it had fake wear.
When I play at home I might wipe strings and the neck once a week or when the neck feels a bit gunky.

 

[El Gringo]

After I am done playing I always wipe down the strings and the back of the neck .

 

[Wilko]

Luckily, my hands stay very dry so it's rarely, if ever an issue

 

[Big Al]

After I am done playing I always wipe down the strings and the back of the neck .

This. It is a good habit to have and takes no time and little effort. I keep low lint cotton string cloths with each guitar so I don't forget.