Is it safe on nitrocellulose lacquer?

The maker states it is safe on all lacquer finishes, including nitrocellulose. Test on a small hidden area first if your finish is unusual.

Can I use it on satin or matte finishes?

It is formulated for gloss finishes. The wax and polish are meant to build shine, which is not what a satin or matte finish wants.

Will it damage gold hardware?

One owner reported the gold plating coming almost off a gold hardware guitar. Keep it off plated hardware or test a small spot first.

Does it replace fretboard oil?

No. It cleans and shines the fretboard surface, but a dedicated fretboard oil is still the product for conditioning bare wood.

A small amount on a microfiber cloth goes far. Work it in, then buff off the haze for a streak-free finish.

Is it a cleaner or a wax?

Both. It cleans light grime, polishes the surface and leaves a carnauba wax layer with UV protectants.

What do buyers say about the Music Nomad Guitar One Cleaner, Polish & Wax 12 oz?

Buyers like: Easy to use; Good quality; Cleans gloss finishes nicely and leaves a great shine. Common complaints: Took the gold almost off a gold hardware guitar.

Where can I buy the Music Nomad Guitar One Cleaner, Polish & Wax 12 oz?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Guitar Center, Musician's Friend.

Music Nomad Guitar One Cleaner, Polish & Wax 12 oz

Q: Where is the Music Nomad Guitar One Cleaner, Polish & Wax 12 oz cheapest?

At Musician's Friend, for $23.99, as of our latest check.

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What reviewers say

Buyers rate it highly as an easy all-in-one that cleans gloss finishes and leaves a strong shine. The recurring complaint is gold hardware, where one owner says the plating came almost off.

What people mention

ShinePraisedOwners say it leaves gloss finishes looking clean with a bright, streak-free shine.
Ease of usePraisedBuyers describe it as a simple one-step product that gives great results without extra products.
All-in-onePraisedReviewers like that one bottle cleans, polishes and waxes the body, pickups, bridge and knobs.
Gold hardwareCriticisedOne buyer reports the product took the gold almost off a gold hardware guitar.
Fretboard cleaningPraisedBuyers say it lifts debris from the fretboard.

About the Music Nomad Guitar One Cleaner, Polish & Wax 12 oz

Music Nomad Guitar One is a one-step cleaner, polish and wax for gloss finishes. It cleans, polishes, waxes and protects in a single application, leaving a slick, streak-free shine.

The formula is infused with white Brazilian carnauba wax. It also contains UV protectants to deter sun damage. It is safe on all lacquer finishes, including nitrocellulose.

It is not recommended for matte finishes.

Brand

Music Nomad

Size

12 oz

Type

Cleaner, polish and wax in one

Wax

White Brazilian carnauba

Protection

UV protectants to deter sun damage

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