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An essential part of playing an instrument is caring for that instrument and keeping it properly maintained. At Johnson String Instrument, providing you with advice and the proper equipment to protect your instrument from the elements as well as wear and tear is one of our top priorities.
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Why instrument setup matters more than brand
Discover why professional string instrument setup matters more than brand for tone, comfort and confident playing.
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How to clean rosin off your violin
Explore safely removing rosin from your violin with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.
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How weather affects violins, violas, and cellos
How humidity and temperature impact violins, violas, and cellos, affecting tone, tuning and long-term instrument health.
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Why your violin pegs won't stay in tune
Fix slipping violin pegs by understanding humidity, wear, and fit issues.
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Is my violin bridge warped?
Explore is my violin bridge warped? with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.
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How to take care of your rental violin
Explore how to take care of your rental violin with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.
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The benefits of microfiber cleaning cloths for instruments
At Johnson String Instrument our microfiber cloths are eco-friendly and reusable.
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Reasons you don't leave a violin in a hot car during the summer
Learn about reasons you don't leave a violin in a hot car during the summer with expert guidance.
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Bitten by the bug
Explore nasty Bow-hair-eating Dermestids can be eliminated. with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.
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Winter protection for your stringed instrument
Stringed instruments are made from different varieties of wood.
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Flying with your cello
Flying with string instruments can be a stressful experience.
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What happens to a violin in cold weather?
Explore what happens to a violin in cold weather? with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.
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Cold weather instrument protection tips
This can loosen the pegs, cause cracks in the wood, and even damage the strings.
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Ultimate instrument care guide
Learn how to care for your violin, viola, cello, or bass with this comprehensive guide.
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How to clean your cello
Explore how to clean your cello with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.
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How often do you need to rehair a violin bow?
Over time, bow hairs become stretched, worn, and sticky with rosin build-up — all of which can compromise your playing.
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Who changes your violin strings?
Searching for a music shop to help you learn to restring your violin or do the job for you?
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Shipping guide for stringed instruments
Want to ship your own instrument somewhere but aren’t sure how to package it?
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How often should you clean your violin strings?
Explore how often should you clean your violin strings with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.
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How to take your violin on an international flight
Explore how to take your violin on an international flight with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.
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The War Against Winter
Discover tips to protect your string instruments from harsh winter conditions.
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When to remove finger tapes
Explore when to remove finger tapes with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.
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When to change violin strings
Explore when to change violin strings with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.
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Protect your instrument in cold winter weather
These simple tips are designed to help you care for you instrument this winter.
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Violin transport tips
From being rained on to being jostled in a busy street, traveling with your violin requires an extra set of precautions.
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The dangers of DIY repair
Bridge and nut replacements also require the expertise of a trained luthier.
