What are the best Martin strings for a beginning player
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I personally use Martin SPs lights. I find them reasonably easy playing and I like the sound. Mediums would sound louder but are harder to play. Martin makes a silk and steel string that is supposed to be easier to play than standard strings. They also have a new string out they call flexible core that bends easier and is also supposed to be easier on the fingers. I've not used either kind so couldn't say from personal experience, but I think they'd be worth a try, especially if ease of playing is your goal and not maximum volume. I find the lights are a nice compromise.
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They are Aquila New Nylgut strings. They're actually quite good strings. I've been very happy with them and haven't had to change them yet (I bought my uke about 3 years ago).
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Yea I found awesome strings for mine at just strings.com look for thomastik-infeld kr116 yea my first set lasted 4 years and still hold tune great just replacing because they are worn in spots from playing
1288343
Not sure exactly what you mean by "regular strings" . . . Martin recommends Extra Light strings only, that is obviously because of the construction of the guitar.
918369
yes! this was happening to me and i switched to Martin bronze strings (light .012-.054 gauge) and they don't bother my fingers anymore, and the sound is so much better!
737866
It came with steel strings and I've been using Martin Light Acoustic Strings. Sounds great, resonates better than my Fender Acoustic.
1179210
I have found on my Martin that the strings are not very loud so I prefer to use a hard pick. I dont finger pick much but these strings are definitely quieter than others I have used. They have a different sound to them, I would suggest trying a set to see if they work for you. Ive been using them for over a year now and been happy with them.
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This has pretty good set of strings 6,5,4 being bronze wound nylon. 3,2,1 being nylon. They sound good for stock strings and seem to be doing well in holding tune. I've played it several times retuning each time and they still sound ok. If you are a working musician then you will want to replace them with better quality strings. They are the type that are tied, not ball ends but you can use either, however I prefer the type that are tied.
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I recommend Seymour Duncan Custom Staggered SSL-5 Pickup(smooth rich tone.i bought one for my fender.bridge position) or fender texas special pickups(these have that fender tone,came stock in my fender these are in my neck position and middle position.both are different. Strings DR'S or ernie balls if he is just learning I recommend lit gauge strings just make sure he is dedicated to playing before you start adding new pickups strings ect....I have seen a lot of nice guitars in closets for years untouched.
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For my acoustics, I'm actually a fan of Earthwood's by Ernie Ball. Earthwood's seem to have the best balance of tone and longevity that I've found...and they're reasonably priced to boot. I have used Martin acoustic strings in the past and wouldn't hesitate to use them again, however the Earthwood's are my "go to" string of choice. In fact I just put a set of the Earthwood "Silk and Steels" on my Ovation 12 string Standard Balladeer and I gotta say that I'm REALLY lovin' them! Great tone and very nice feel.
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These are great strings and I think you have your answer below. It does take a long time to get new strings to stay in tune, though. Get a tuner and tune it every time you pick it up. Keep your old strings as back up, but, you'll never use them. Aquila is worth buying. You can take your uke to a music store. I bet they'd be happy to assist. Have fun and check out all the youtube tutorials. They are very helpful, too.
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guitars are classical - folk - electric ... classical is the base to start and perfect to practice because strings are made in nylon, so you won't hurt your fingers too much. folk guitars (someone wrongly call them just acoustic..) are little bit harder as built and use metal strings for better sound. it is not recommend to start with that because u will hurt yr fingers easily at the beginning.. so i suggest u this yamaha c40 guitar. it is perfect and no needs to change original strings.. they are perfect for beginner intermediate and after a year or two, maybe u will understand if guitars is yr life-hobby-no more... good value for this money. have fun! guitars are classical - folk - electric ... classical is the base to start and perfect to practice because strings are made in nylon, so you won't hurt your fingers too much. folk guitars (someone wrongly call them just acoustic..) are little bit harder as built and use metal strings for better sound. it is not recommend to start with that because u will hurt yr fingers easily at the beginning.. so i suggest u this yamaha c40 guitar. it is perfect and no needs to change original strings.. they are perfect for beginner intermediate and after a year or two, maybe u will understand if guitars... » Read More guitars are classical - folk - electric ... classical is the base to start and perfect to practice because strings are made in nylon, so you won't hurt your fingers too much. folk guitars (someone wrongly call them just acoustic..) are little bit harder as built and use metal strings for better sound. it is not recommend to start with that because u will hurt yr fingers easily at the beginning.. so i suggest u this yamaha c40 guitar. it is perfect and no needs to change original strings.. they are perfect for beginner intermediate and after a year or two, maybe u will understand if guitars is yr life-hobby-no more... good value for this money. have fun! « Show Less
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I upgraded to Thomastik Dominant Violin String set Ball End strings. I'm a novice and it was easy to change strings, I had no issues with the fine tuners.
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This brand is great, I have been playing for many years as well acoustic and electric, this brand's acoustic is really good. I would recommend the lighter gauge ones though as they are more popular.
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I would recommend Elixir strings for any acoustic guitar. They're a little more expensive but are well worth it. They do last longer, play a little easier and reduce string talk in a way no other string I've tried comes close.
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Check the Martin website - the "care & feeding" booklet will tell you which strings work best on your particular guitar - I use Martin or d'Addario light
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Yes. I think D'Addario strings are the best for acoustic guitars. Especially these coated ones. A little bit easier on the fingers for a new player.