I am very sensitive to high pitches and tones. I'm looking for warm low mellow strings. Which set of strings (type and gauge) do you recommend?
2012560
I really like the EXP 17's which are the same string as the 16 but in a medium gauge. The heavier gauge takes a little getting used to, and they are not recommended for all guitars (check with the manufacturer), but the increase in volume and authority of my sound I feel is well worth it. Btw- I just tried a set EXP19's and they are basically medium gauge tops with lights on the bottom. Not a bad idea really. A little easier on the fingers. By all means stick with the phosphor bronze for a mellow tone.
2012561
D'Addario ECB82 Chromes Warm/Mellow Flat Wound Electric Bass Guitar Strings Medium .050-.105
2012562
If you like the warmer less "metallic' tones, you want to go with a med-heavy to heavy gauge (thicker) string. Of course, the type of guitar body (big, small, shallow, deep box) affects this too. I almost exclusively finger pick, which is why I go with mediums. You might look at a Bronze, rather than a Phosphor string as well. The D'Addarios are great strings.
2012563
I tried a set of custom lights for the first time. So far I am well pleased.( before I always used light set ). I do not play the guitar that often but I like the difference that I hear and feel.
1079288
WITH THIS BASS, ALWAYS GET SUPER LONG STRINGS!String gauge is a matter of personal taste and playing style. Remember, every guitar needs to be setup for a particular string gauge to ensure proper tonation and neck tension. If you are wanting a sharp, slap bass sound, I suggest round wound strings. Much brighter sound but harsher on your fingers and the fretboard. If you want a smooth, low tone, flatwound strings are the way to go. Much softer to the touch and easier on your fretboard.
1860690
Get a set of GOOD strings not the ones that come with the violin. BE PATIENT it will take some time to adjust and for the stings to stretch out. It took a few weeks if constant adjustment even in the middle if practices but now it stays tuned ir close to it almost as well as my good violin.I use this one to practice in the early morning when the family is asleep it isnt silent but pretty quiet
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Tough question. I think I'd go with the mediums if you play some lead or strum hard, bluegrass style lead to drown out the banjo a bit. For strumming, folk style, or fingerpicking, go with the light mediums. Be aware that changing the gauge of the strings can affect the bow of the neck, so you might have to have it reset -- simple adjustment of truss rod-- if you change from what gauge strings you currently have on.
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They are not as bright as the standard strings but are brighter than some of the Silk & Steel strings I have tried in the past. I use the guitar as an accompanying instrument (mostly just strummunig) and like a mellow sound from the guitar. These strings are a little mellower than standard strings but are not as fully mellow as I really like. The only way I know you can tell for sure if you like them is to put a set on your guitar and try them. I have found that strings make a huge difference in the sound of the guitar and that the strings from different manufactures all sound different on my guitars. You have to try different string sets from different manufacturers until you find the sound you like. They are not as bright as the standard strings but are brighter than some of the Silk & Steel strings I have tried in the past. I use the guitar as an accompanying instrument (mostly just strummunig) and like a mellow sound from the guitar. These strings are a little mellower than standard strings but are not as fully mellow as I really like. The only way I know you can tell for sure if you like them is to put a set on your guitar and try them. I have found that strings make a huge difference in the sound of the guitar and that the strings from different manufactures all sound different on... » Read More They are not as bright as the standard strings but are brighter than some of the Silk & Steel strings I have tried in the past. I use the guitar as an accompanying instrument (mostly just strummunig) and like a mellow sound from the guitar. These strings are a little mellower than standard strings but are not as fully mellow as I really like. The only way I know you can tell for sure if you like them is to put a set on your guitar and try them. I have found that strings make a huge difference in the sound of the guitar and that the strings from different manufactures all sound different on my guitars. You have to try different string sets from different manufacturers until you find the sound you like. « Show Less
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I like these strings (Martin SP) in light gauge (high E is .012). The sound is good and I've had 'em on my Gibson for a few weeks now. I tried Ernie Ball Earthwood lights and the high E is a little thinner (.011) and they sounded alright also. Extra light strings might not have enough bass for a Martin dreadnaught, but probably good on the OM and smaller models. Happy pickin'!
2177474
I got these as a present from a friend who researches products ad nauseam and put them on a Taylor 514(cedar/hog). I think they sound great - lush and full but different than other strings, for sure. They also seem like they are lower tension and are much easier to play. I did have some issues with the low E pulling out the bridge pin but I would re-set it and keep going. That string just broke but after 6 months or more of regular use. I bought another set of these to put back on. I even bought some Plectrums to try on a Taylor 816 but haven't tried yet.
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Sure... But if it is strictly acoustic is will sound dull. Better to go with a smooth flat wound phosphor bronze if no in-board pick up. Think George Benson - Wes Montgomery - Joe Pas strings on a fat bitch Gibson Jazz Full Size Hollow-body! Mine are on an Ibabez Artcore and they sound like the Big Boys. Straight up jazz. Heavy gauge. No slinky bend. No string noise. Not for blues... Nice for slide. Or Slack Key turnings...
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I don't find any muting of the highs. I have a number of acoustic guitars.....Gibson, Martin, Epiphone, Lag, Washburn.........and, after trying many strings, they all have EXP 16 strings on them. They are really great strings!
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That is a good question. Any new strings will brighten it up then question is for how long. These will be brighter than the silk and steels which give a warmer sound.
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What a personal question. The disclaimer here, of course, is that what one player loves another loathes. I can only tell you what I have found to be best for me. If I am looking for a very vibrant, sharp "new" sound I will use a medium gauge nickel-wound .45-.130. But my preference for this bass, quite surprisingly, is a set of D'Addario Black Beauties .45-.125. Set aside the fact that they look cool as hell, that's not enough to warrant the price or induce a recommendation. For my playing style (technical, melody-based with a plectrum) the fact is they reduce to almost nothing any finger noise and there is a grip to them that I have never found in non-coated strings. Hope this helps.
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!
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I don't know the gauge of the strings, but they are standard bass strings. The lowest (thickest) string is a B below the standard 4-string bass's E. BEADG
2260661
I'm happy with the acoustics, I use in a medium to small room, the high sounds are nice! My high is at level 10, too high going up. Maybe what you are looking for. Best wishes & enjoy!
1780900
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 ballsif 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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I don't know what kind of strings they are, but I can tell you that once they get stretched out to hold a tune they actually sound pretty good. I did buy some aquilla's for backups, but I haven't used them yet and I am really enjoying them so far. Had it about a month and a half. Really good quality instrument for the money by the way.
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These are metal and will have that metallic sound, especially on wound strings. Try Alaska picks, they are plastic and are kind of like "finger nail extenders." I've pretty much given up with picks on nylon, I just use my fingertips and short nails, but I'm not going for "classical" tone.