What is the difference between these and the actual Cleartone brand strings? Anyone know which sounds better?
1955480
To your first question, good question and I don't know. Purely subjective answer to your second question. I tried both, first the Cleartones and then the SPs after the tone flattened on the Cleartones. I have now had the SPs on longer and they still haven't flattened to the point I want to change them. I will buy the SPs again.
1955481
I think everyone's ears likely hear a little different, but to me the SP brand sounds better and lasts longer than the standard Martin strings. I have no problems with the standard, which sound great. But I don't have to change strings as often and believe they are worth the extra money.
1955482
I bought a Martin Guitar about a year ago and after replacing my several high-end sets, it never sounded as good as when I bought, so I did a little research and found that the guitar I bought came with the Martin Lifespan SP. The next time when I replaced my string with these and I really love the tone. But as many will tell you... it's all kind of subjective and just boils down to what you like, but it I think it would be worth a try!
1955483
first they are coated the same, and really a matter of opinion. I keep the SP on my martin and all the other acoustics I have and made. To me the SP's give a very nice soft bass tone. I use Rickenbacker on all my electrics. Try them both, it not expensive. I've been playing for 45 years and been thru many brands of strings, I've come to enjoy these strings. Remember no two acoustic will sound the same with the same strings, so experiment and enjoy.
2097527
I have not finished on my project yet, the shipment came from Germany with the store's web address on the envelope, I don't know how they sound, but I compare them with a set of dragonfire from guitarpartsonline.com or a set from guitarfetish.com I bet they should sound good, Wilkinson is a good brand from England, I have a Wilkinson tremolo in my Carvin, I was thinking that they are cheap because they are built in China, but like I said the shipment came from Germany, I have to finish my project and check them out, the tremolo in my Carvin cost $150, but that's an original U.S. Wilkinson tremolo, I don't know about the pickups, I got these because the brand + the economical prize. Lace is a good brand too! Both are great if they are original, some Fender Jaguars uses Lace
899676
Longer than you. These strings are the best. They will last for months. No joke, they are very good strings.
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.
132129
The Blue Steel strings are steel but most likely plated in Nickel or Bronze. It's hard to come by plain stainless steel strings but in my humble opinion plain stainless steel sounds better than anything else. That's all I've used on my basses for the past 25 years. They're a little harder to find and a bit more expensive but well worth the effort and price. Warwick makes a great set of SS strings and the last time I got them I had to have them imported from England. Check out Ebay they usually have them and for a decent price.
1099203
Acoustic strings are bronze. But the high E and B strings are always steel even in an acoustic set.Electric strings (which is what you probably mean by "steel") will work but they will have a different feel that a set of acoustic strings, especially if you go with a set lighter than "10's."In my experience using a set of .009 electric strings on an acoustic the strings feel too "rubbery" and never quite ring out the way they should. I have not played an acoustic that had electric strings heavier than a set of .009's but perhaps a set of .010's would be less "rubbery" feeling.The best thing to do is try different string guages for both electric (steel) strings and acoustic (bronze) strings and see which you like best. Acoustic strings are bronze. But the high E and B strings are always steel even in an acoustic set.Electric strings (which is what you probably mean by "steel") will work but they will have a different feel that a set of acoustic strings, especially if you go with a set lighter than "10's."In my experience using a set of .009 electric strings on an acoustic the strings feel too "rubbery" and never quite ring out the way they should. I have not played an acoustic that had electric strings heavier than a set of .009's but perhaps a... » Read More Acoustic strings are bronze. But the high E and B strings are always steel even in an acoustic set.Electric strings (which is what you probably mean by "steel") will work but they will have a different feel that a set of acoustic strings, especially if you go with a set lighter than "10's."In my experience using a set of .009 electric strings on an acoustic the strings feel too "rubbery" and never quite ring out the way they should. I have not played an acoustic that had electric strings heavier than a set of .009's but perhaps a set of .010's would be less "rubbery" feeling.The best thing to do is try different string guages for both electric (steel) strings and acoustic (bronze) strings and see which you like best. « Show Less
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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
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The very first thing I do when purchasing a new guitar,be it an inexpensive guitar such as the Epiphone(I just bought two of them as presents) or my custom made Klema Blackline I change the strings immediately. I use Elixir "Polyweb" custom lights .11-.052 and it makes all the difference in the sound not to mention the strings that come on these are probably very cheap strings to begin with.
1210508
The strings are a decent quality nylon. I haven't tried the Aquilas everyone talks about, so I can't compare tone quality. But I haven't noticed any problems with them. As with all strings, regardless of quality, it takes a day or two for them to stretch out. After that, just the normal tune up is required.
614998
Regular strings work just fine. I don't know the gauge off the top of my head but I know they are very light strings.
1822360
There was a tag tied onto the uke that explained what the strings were. I don't have it handy but as I recall, Aquila was the brand. They called them "nygut" strings, which are supposed to simulate the qualities of gut strings while having the durability of nylon. I like the sound and feel of them and I don't have to retune them that much.
126296
Looks like the link is totally messed up by Amazon. I like the EXP26s. Not as smooth as some coated strings, but have seemed to last a little longer than the Elixirs I had before. Hopefully Amazon corrects it.
1730529
they are good with both.The zyex strings I got and they are the best for the money too.
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.
1725029
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.
99659
What's the taper? More than likely yes. I have a 2013 Martin GP performing artist series solid rosewood and these work well. One thing to note is be aware of some tonal changes. In mine I got longer sustain, it's a tad louder, a bit punchier , and the top end and bottom end are more prominent. Hope this helps. If not ask anything and I'll get back to you.
2154181
I use Martin's DARCO acoustic Classic Guitar strings, D30HB High Tension Ball End/Clear trebles. Juststrings.com is an economical palce to buy strings.