Guys,
If you play a stringed instrument, that uses wound strings, don't throw them old strings out!!.
Instead, rejuvenate them, how you ask?.
Well,I've used D'Addario(sp?) Bass strings for years and while these are quite expensive here in NZ, I read about how to give your old strings, a new lease of life.
  • Get an old pot, don't use copper and for Godsakes, don't use the best cook-wear at home, you WILL lose Browney points for this!.
  • Coil your strings up in the manner that they were, when you took them out out of the packet when you brought them.
  • Put about 2-3" of water in the pot and boil, drop the strings in the water, boil for 5-10 minutes(or until tender) [Linked Image].
  • Remove strings and place on a bed of paper towels and pat dry.
  • Spray strings with CRC or WD-40, like lubricant.
  • Store until ready to use.

Hope that this keeps the cost of replacing strings down! [Linked Image]