In this episode of “Gibson’s Guide to Guitar Setup and Maintenance,” players, tinkerers and guitar geeks get a crash course on guitar strap pin replacement. Gibson Master Luthier, Jim DeCola, shares some closely guarded guitar tech tips for replacing strap pins and other sage advice.
A strap pin isn’t the most exciting piece of hardware on a guitar, but without a properly seated guitar strap pin, literally, all hell would break loose. Imagine Pete Townshend windmilling on stage, and suddenly, his strap pin fails. Undoubtedly chaos would ensue and some unfortunate guitar tech would probably be jettisoned from the tour bus. Fortunately, there’s an easy way to avoid any drama or damage.
Jim DeCola will walk you through the safe repair and or replacement of some of the more popular types of guitar strap pins. He’ll also go over the process of tightening up the holes you screw the pins into by using, of all things, toothpicks. Some of the techniques Jim covers can also be used for tightening the holes for pickguards and control knobs. So, grab a #2 Phillips screwdriver, some wood, or Elmer’s glue, and let’s do this.
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https://www.gibson.com/Support/Virtual-Guitar-Tech.
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Securing a guitar for stage and studio use is essential
In this episode of “Gibson’s Guide to Guitar Setup and Maintenance,” guitar enthusiasts of all levels will learn the essentials of replacing guitar strap buttons. Led by Gibson’s Master Luthier, Jim DeCola, this tutorial covers strap pin replacement and offers valuable insights and tricks of the trade for general guitar care.
While a guitar’s strap button might seem inconsequential, its role is critical. Consider the scenario of hopping down from a drum riser mid-song just as a guitar strap pin gives way. Such a failure could lead to a chaotic situation, potentially damaging your much-loved guitar and ending the show prematurely in embarrassment. There’s honest wear, and then there’s tragedy: two different beasts.
Thankfully, Jim DeCola is here to guide you through a foolproof method for repairing or replacing various
guitar strap buttons,
ensuring your guitar stays securely attached to your strap. Additionally, he’ll demonstrate how to reinforce the pin’s anchoring by using toothpicks to tighten the screw holes—a technique that can also apply to securing pickguards and control knobs. You only need a #2 Phillips screwdriver and wood or Elmer’s glue to get started.
The Gibson Gazette has
a whole section to explore for other repair and maintenance jobs.
For support or detailed information on more complicated repairs, be sure to check out Gibson’s free
Virtual Guitar Tech
service, and if you need replacement parts,
check out authentic Gibson hardware.
