3 ms·Counterexample: guitars improve with use and age, not degrade.by jen20 4y agoCounterexample: guitars improve with use and age, not degrade.thfuran 4y agoEvery part that the player or strings regularly touch will wear with use and eventually need to be replaced or repaired.jen20 4y agoStrings are not the asset, they are a consumable. Many store guitars long term without strings to avoid unnecessary additional neck tension.