Do the silk and steel strings sound really bright?
293489
I would not characterize these strings as 'really bright'. They are not 'tinny' or metallic sounding. The highs are not over-powering, nor are the lows. These are the only strings that I have used that I feel really let the true 'wood' sing. I recommend a try. Cost is not much, and you will suffer the time in a string change. I have one guitar that I have used silk and steel, by Martin, on it since 1974. I won't use another type. I have a Martin, which is fairly new (6 mos) and have gone through 3 cycles of the recommend strings that came with it. The next change will be with the S&S; strings. I wanna hear how they react to the Indian Rosewood/Sitka combo of my Mrtin. I would not characterize these strings as 'really bright'. They are not 'tinny' or metallic sounding. The highs are not over-powering, nor are the lows. These are the only strings that I have used that I feel really let the true 'wood' sing. I recommend a try. Cost is not much, and you will suffer the time in a string change. I have one guitar that I have used silk and steel, by Martin, on it since 1974. I won't use another type. I have a Martin, which is fairly new (6 mos) and have gone through 3 cycles of the recommend strings that came with it. The next change will be with the S&S...; » Read More I would not characterize these strings as 'really bright'. They are not 'tinny' or metallic sounding. The highs are not over-powering, nor are the lows. These are the only strings that I have used that I feel really let the true 'wood' sing. I recommend a try. Cost is not much, and you will suffer the time in a string change. I have one guitar that I have used silk and steel, by Martin, on it since 1974. I won't use another type. I have a Martin, which is fairly new (6 mos) and have gone through 3 cycles of the recommend strings that came with it. The next change will be with the S&S; strings. I wanna hear how they react to the Indian Rosewood/Sitka combo of my Mrtin. « Show Less
293490
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
293491
They are not as bright as 80/20 Bronze strings, but they are bright. they have a softer sound and softer overtones. Hope this helps. The silk and steel are much easier on your fingers and are mellow sounding.
914394
Yes it is pretty good for the price. I think the sound is pretty beautiful, except for very rare times it has those weird noise when you do multiple strings at one time. But generally it's a good bargain
698809
They are high quality strings like from a music store. This is very nice quality, especially for a starter. I am an activities director and have had 2 different muscians use this instrument in their performance. They plated it just fine.
1994572
The strings are okay. The high E could be a little better though. If you are looking to buy this guitar I would recommend that you change the strings once you get accommodated to the feel of the instrument.The strings are pretty good quality for a 30 dollar guitar and they are playable.
423520
Mine came with Aquila strings. I don't know if they are all like this or if I just got a good one, but my uke has an amazingly bright sound.
698459
They are nylon strings, its just the lower strings (E,A,D) are going to be "plated" with silver; all in all they are still nylon strings, not steel.
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!
1809600
Sure, you can use any acoustic strings including silk and steels.Advantage Music
797505
Light strings are a little easier to cord and play, however the sound may not be as loud.
862243
It sound just like a normal Spanish guitar,probably not quite as loud but enough to gig with. The sound is bright like a flamenco guitar. The shallow body does not reduce the sound that much.
1994575
I replaced my guitar strings with an old set of cheap nylon strings from my other guitar and the this little guy sounds amazing for a guitar at this price! The steel strings that came with it would not tune for me. The tuners are designed for nylon as well, so i recommend trying them. A $5 set of nylon strings is plenty good...
1155915
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).
870652
Maybe a small amount. It's mostly due to the design and materials used in the strings. I've found that D'Addario strings tend to be bright. Phosphor bronze strings offer a rounder, warmer tone. 80/20 bronze offers a brighter, cleaner tone. The coated strings tend to be darker than plain strings of the same gauge and manufacturer.
2052870
I do not play, I got this as a gift for my nephew and I did buy him new strings, but I am not certain what kind they were, I will contact him and find out. It sounds great.
870653
Maybe a small amount. It's mostly due to the design and materials used in the strings. I've found that D'Addario strings tend to be bright.Phosphor bronze strings offer a rounder, warmer tone. 80/20 bronze offers a brighter, cleaner tone. The coated strings tend to be darker than plain strings of the same gauge and manufacturer.
142188
I think the type of sound you get is more influenced by the guitar and not as much by the strings. Most Martin guitars will sound brighter and be weaker in the lower strings while Gibson and high end Epiphones will be stronger in bass tones and weaker in high tones. That being said these are great quality strings at a good price and I change strings often. There are better string out there but not so much better to command that much higher of a price.
1564996
Steel strings.... Really a nice guitar and great tone. I would highly recommend!