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 the ...

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 certain ...