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If a guitar string snaps how long does it take to stay in tune?
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∙ 13y ago
This doesn't make sense - if the string has snapped it won't 'stay in tune' at all because it won't vibrate.
The above is true, but let's suppose the asker meant to say "how long will the new string take to stay in tune", in which case it will depend somewhat on the quality of the replacement string.
In any case, regardless of the string quality, tune the new string to the proper pitch, place a hooked finger under it and stretch it firmly (not so firm as to break it), then tune it up again, then stretch it again, then tune it again - three times should be enough. This will be sufficient to keep it in tune for now, and by the next day it should stay in tune quite well and more or less permanently, keeping in mind that temperature, humidity, little brothers and sisters, perspiration and playing styles have much to do with the tuning of a guitar.
You will develop a keen ear for impromptu tuning if you play frequently and change your strings when they are "dead".
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