K.C. Strings Blog

Throughout the years we have written many blogs to help you understand string instrument basics from how to be sized on a string instrument to how...

Has your instrument sounded a bit more dull while playing it? Do you notice a buzzing sound? You might have an open seam!What is an open seam? A...

You know there is something wrong with your instrument but you’re not exactly sure what and not sure what to do. Below you will find a brief lis...

Not sure how to properly clean and care for your instrument or how to sterilize it? You’re in the right place! Below you will find a thorough vid...

  If you or your student has an instrument that doesn’t quite sound right, there’s a good chance it may be out of tune. Instruments made of wood a...

Winter is coming and it is time to take those necessary seasonal precautions for your instrument. Never heard of this before today? It comes down...

Is Your Bow Tightening Properly? If you notice the bow hair tension won’t seem to hold or you’ve turned it as tight as it will go and the hair is...

  Lizard Skins, Leather Grips, and Loose Windings. As students get settled into the new school year and rental season dies down, now is a good ti...

Checking Your Bow for Cracks As students get settled into the new school year, now is a good time to take a good look at your bow and get any nee...

Bow Care...   It is all too easy to lose one's bow because of not taking good care of it. Here are four "MUSTS" for taking care of the bow! Al...

Why String Instruments Are Sensitive To Weather It is inevitable. Your wooden instrument has gone through a lot of change this winter. Wood is a ...

  1. Purchase quality strings. Just like tires, air filters, and shoes, there are strings that are made well and ones that aren't. When it comes ...