GHS Fast Fret – String Cleaner & Lubricant for Electric, Acoustic & Bass Guitars – Long-Lasting Tone, Smooth Playability, Reduces Finger Noise, Protects Strings & Fingerboards - Model: A87 (2 PACK)

I bought my first can of Fast Fret over 30 years at the recommendation of my guitar teacher. Back then, the can was tin and the handle was wooden. Things have changed—the can is feather-light plastic and the handle a thicker sort that could never wear out from normal use. I’m not sure what the applicator is soaked in—some sort of mineral oil, I suppose—but it stays dry and cleans the string. A lint-free cloth is included to wipe away any excess. Safe for all stringed instruments.

Great product! This will help make your strings last longer when you're not playing, and they feel so nice and smooth when you are playing! It also smells good, as an added bonus!

Sign of the times. Plastic replaces the classy wood and metal and actual size of the brush/lubricant is a bit smaller (The “brush” on the old one is a little larger in diameter and was about 3/16 inch longer new - reasonable shrinkflation). Works like it always has, though. Still a worthy product. I like the added interior cap to keep the brush lubricant from drying out.

Worked great

A friend of mine suggested that I try this, honestly at first I was a bit incredulous... sort of seemed like one of those gimmicky things, ya know? So this guy generally knows what he's talking about, so what the heck? I bought some, and I'm glad I did! This stuff works wonders for your strings! It seems to protect them somewhat and remove the grime that accumulates as strings get older. It also slickens up the entire playing area, but not so much that you lose your tactile sense as you're playing. Not a huge effect, to me at least, but a nice effect to say the least, well worth the few bucks. It's cheap, easy to apply, and keeps your strings, nut, and fret board clean and conditioned. I would give it 5 stars, but as other reviews have noted, the cloth that comes with it tends to snag on things and leave artifacts all over your guitar, and that's a bit a pain. I can't see that being that hard to address, but what do I know?! At any rate, well worth a shot IMHO, this is one of those rare things that seems to actually be cheap AND useful, and we could all use more of that, right?

I like using slides and hammer-on techniques on my acoustic. Fast Fret lets me do that without the annoying string-rubbing noise. Pull-offs and hammer-ons lift cleanly and quietly. Fast Fret is quick and easy to use. It comes with an applicator and a cloth that wipes dirt off the strings. I run it from the nut to the bridge for a smooth, consistent feel.

Great product! When my Elixir strings lose their slipperiness, I use Fast Fret but only on the #1 and #2 strings (the E & B strings). Supposedly Elixir doesn't recommend this because "supposedly" all the strings are coated. We'll after awhile & before the bottom (heavier) strings lose their coating the top strings start to stick on my fingers. This brings the slide back to the first 2 strings. Does not affect the sound in the tiniest bit (I have a very good ear & have consulted other musicians with a very good ear). Also it extends the life on the 1st & 2nd string. So yes, you can use on Elixir strings (but in this very specific way!).

An essential product for any guitarist. Keeps strings clean and free of muck. Also conditions the fret board. Clean after every use and your strings will last longer than you ever expect.