How To String Your Guitar Jimi Hendrix Style (For Left-Handed Guitarists)

Did you know guitar legend Jimi Hendrix used to string his guitar in a very special way? He was left handed, but played a right-handed guitar upside down, inverting the strings. Attention, lefty rockstars! Today, we’re gonna show you how to do it.

First, we’re gonna remove the old strings. Use a string winder on the tuning pegs to loosen the strings. Remove them from the tuning pegs and the bridge. While you’re at it, clean the guitar with a soft cloth for a fresh start.

Now, we’re ready to string our guitar Hendrix style! Insert your new strings into the bridge from the rear, then thread them through the tuning pegs. Make sure to reverse the string order so the thickest string is now closest to the ceiling when the guitar is flipped.

Leave a little slack for winding, then use your string winder for quicker results. Remember: a clean, tight wind is the key to keeping that tone stable. Cut off any extra string at the tuning pegs, leaving about an inch to avoid unraveling.

Finally, use a tuner to get each string to pitch, then test it out with a riff or chord progression. Now, you’re ready to play Hendrix style! See you next time.