Kid Guitars

Last year, I bought my son a guitar for his birthday. He loved the gift, but like most kids he had no concept of a guitar’s delicate nature. When he was getting ready to take his guitar on a plane trip across the country, I noticed he had simply thrown the instrument into a camping backpack with total disregard. That’s when I clued him in on a few vital maintenance tips.

First and foremost, the strings should be removed anytime the guitar is taken on a long-distance trip. Otherwise the guitar can be put through unnecessary tension, bending at the neck with disastrous results. The instrument should always be stored in a clean, dry place – such as a children guitar case – when it’s not in use. Even the slightest bumps can nick the paint or even dent the body of the guitar, so you’ll need to find adequate protection.