Recommendations for keeping the guitar/neck in optimal condition?

[lrsn]

Hi,

I own a Steve Morse model - I am wondering what the recommendations for keeping the guitar/neck in optimal condition? should I use gun-stock oil on the neck once in a while? or can I just play the guitar for 20 years with out doing anything other then keeping the guitar clean?

 

[Tim O'Sullivan]

There is an FAQ on the Ernie Ball website that covers this.

However, I have a 10 year old EVH and a 9 year old Axis, and have never done anything to them, and they play really nice.

 

[NorM]

Before you play
Wash your hands
When you are finished playing
Wipe it down and put in back in the case
Adjust truss rod when necessary
Rock out

 

[nobozos]

-Change your strings at least once a month.

-Before removing your strings, liberally apply some lemon oil (available at most guitar shops) with a dry, cotton T-shirt. If you need to clean off some dirt build-up, use a tooth brush with some lemon oil on it. Let the lemon oil sit for 15 minutes and wipe it off completely with a dry cotton T-shirt.

-Remove your old strings and put the new ones on.

-Keep your guitar in it's case when your not playing it.

-Keep your hands clean before handling your guitar.

It's that simple.