The Collings Forum

Thanks Derek, I will.

Hi I have a Collings OM that's 10 years old now. When I picked it out I tested every string & fret for any resident frequencies that jumped out. It was very balanced but now over the years I notice a peak frequency around f sharp on the 4th and 5th strings. Is this normal? Does it just come from...

OK thanks.

Thanks for everyone's help. Re guitar techs, I'm in Olympia, Wa.

Thank you! I never thought about a plek, I was thinking that was only for electric guitars.

Hi guys - I've had my Collings for 10 years & never thought it needed anything. Now I'm thinking it could benefit from a little work, mainly it seems harder to stay in tune, unless it's my ears..any suggestions? thanks.

Good advice Bob, thank you!

Hi guys - It's been 10 years now with my OM guitar, playing about 2 hours/day. How do I know when it needs frets? It sounds a little tinnier on the upper frets but it's also winter & i know humidity plays a role. I keep humidifier packs in the case but still it varies day to day. Is there a cert...