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Moisture Content and Humidity

   

Wood is a porous, organic material, and is affected

dimensionally by changes in the amounts of moisture
it contains. Fine guitars made from solid woods, are
without a doubt, more susceptible to the effects of
changes in humidity than laminated instruments, and
therefore require ongoing attention to their condition.
   The moisture content of wood is determined by the
relative humidity and temperature of the surrounding
atmosphere.
   Relative humidity is expressed as a percentage of
air's capability to hold moisture. For example, 30%
relative humidity means that the air is holding 30% of
the moisture it could possibly hold at a given
temperature.
   The moisture content for wood and the relative
humidity for air are measured quite differently. In
wood, a 6% moisture content is present at 30%
relative humidity and 72 degrees F temperature,
(about 22.2 degrees C).

Protection from Temperature
and Humidity

   

The greatest threats to a fine wood guitar, are

extremes of, and rapid changes in, temperature and
humidity.
   

High humidity

 can cause softening of the glues

used in the construction of the instrument. Also, as
the woods absorb moisture from the air, it can cause
the top and back, especially on flat-top and classical
guitars, to expand and rise - making string action
high.

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   Conversely, if you live in or travel with your guitar
to a drier climate, (either hot or cold), there is another
danger. In areas of 

low humidity

, the evaporation of

moisture in the wood can cause shrinkage and
cracking, no matter how long the wood may have
been previously aged. It also can cause the top and
back to shrink, making the string action low.
   The collective experience of all of the major guitar
manufacturers today, has demonstrated that the ideal
temperature to preserve the integrity of solid wood
acoustic guitars is room temperature, which is about
70 degrees F (20.5 C). The ideal humidity is about
40% to 50%.
   In the winter, the forced air systems used to heat
most homes, can drive temperatures up and humidity
levels dangerously low for guitars. A good measure
of protection against drying out your guitar is to use a
room humidifier.
   When the instrument is not in use, we recommend
that you keep it in its case and use one of the small
guitar humidifiers such as "Dampit", available from
many instrument dealers. Do not leave the guitar out
for long periods near a heating vent, radiator or in
direct sunlight near a window.
   Do not leave your guitar in the trunk of a car for
long periods and keep it away from excessive heat
and cold. 

Please note: Damage caused to the guitar

as the result of exposure to temperature or
humidity changes will not be covered under the
Guild warranty.

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Страница 1: ...idity 4 Protection from Temperature and Humidity 4 Cracks in the Wood 6 Finish Checking 6 General Maintenance 7 Tuning Machines 8 Tuning 6 String Guitars 9 Tuning 12 String Guitars 10 Changing Strings...

Страница 2: ...suggestions were always listened to carefully The Guild name is derived from the Master Craft Guilds of the Middle Ages During that period only the craftsmen who had achieved the highest skills were...

Страница 3: ...tars to expand and rise making string action high 4 Conversely if you live in or travel with your guitar to a drier climate either hot or cold there is another danger In areas of low humidity the evap...

Страница 4: ...ecome acclimated to the new temperature before you open the case Please note Finish checks which occur as the result of exposure to temperature or humidity changes will not be covered under the Guild...

Страница 5: ...h a reference tone you may want to purchase one It will dramatically simplify tuning your acoustic or electric guitar Always tune from below pitch up to the correct pitch instead of down from a higher...

Страница 6: ...acy with the adjustments however a 12 string tuned at standard pitch should be monitored regularly for the possible need of truss rod adjustments A guitar in need of an adjustment that is ignored may...

Страница 7: ...ng an electric simply feed the string through the appropriate hole in the bridge or slot in the tailpiece To attach a string to the machine head thread it through the hole or slot on the machine head...

Страница 8: ...pitch during this procedure Then insert a Guild truss rod adjustment wrench p n 350 9521 000 or an equivalent 1 4 nut driver See illustration 4 If the neck has a concave bow tighten the truss rod nut...

Страница 9: ...A comprehensive Guild guitar setup guide with detailed setup specifications is available on the Guild section of our F M I C Customer Service website at www mrgearhead net 16 Traveling with Your Guit...

Страница 10: ...coverage under this warranty will be repaired or replaced at Fender s discretion without charge Remedies beyond normal service repair of any Guild instrument require both an evaluation and confirmati...

Страница 11: ...lied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose imposed under state law are limited to the duration of this limited warranty Some states do not allow limitations on how long a...

Страница 12: ...age to the neck If major servicing is required please contact your local authorized Guild service center If you need assistance locating an authorized Guild service center please contact your Guild de...

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