What is the size and what is wrong with strings because a lot of people are saying you have to change the strings?
223588
It's the standard size for an acoustic guitar. The strings are just cheap -- they play just fine. They're rough on your fingers and squeak a lot. In normal use, strings are changed every few months (or weeks if the owners play fanatically). Start researching what kind of strings you want to change to.
223589
I'm an adult and the size is good for me, absolutely. I'm a beginner so strings are fine. I changed nothing as it came.
223590
As flat_tire says it's a full size dreadnought. There are lots of strings on the market, various gauges and sound characteristics determined by materials and production method. The stock strings are fine. When it comes time to change them use D'Addario EJ16 or EJ15 depending on how light you want the strings to be. About $5.HOW TO CHANGE STRINGShttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIzVdvzn8d8https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80EuGOXgoOo
223591
What they were saying about the strings is that they are steel. which is usually used for more experienced users, because beginners tend to make more mistakes which can cause damage to your fingers. both nylon and steel are going to punish you for your mistakes (which well cause you to grow as a musician) but its just that nylon string aren't as damaging, but harder to tune the reason being they tend to stretch a lot before settling . but if the player serious about playing then most likely they'll eventually upgrade to steel strings any way. So i would just leave the stock strings and let the player of the instrument go ahead and learn with the stock steel strings. What they were saying about the strings is that they are steel. which is usually used for more experienced users, because beginners tend to make more mistakes which can cause damage to your fingers. both nylon and steel are going to punish you for your mistakes (which well cause you to grow as a musician) but its just that nylon string aren't as damaging, but harder to tune the reason being they tend to stretch a lot before settling . but if the player serious about playing then most likely they'll eventually upgrade to steel strings any way. So i would just leave the stock strings and let... » Read More What they were saying about the strings is that they are steel. which is usually used for more experienced users, because beginners tend to make more mistakes which can cause damage to your fingers. both nylon and steel are going to punish you for your mistakes (which well cause you to grow as a musician) but its just that nylon string aren't as damaging, but harder to tune the reason being they tend to stretch a lot before settling . but if the player serious about playing then most likely they'll eventually upgrade to steel strings any way. So i would just leave the stock strings and let the player of the instrument go ahead and learn with the stock steel strings. « Show Less
2101472
They are the same...does not matter,,,however as the are used and get wear and tear, I keep them in the same string each time when restringing... it help esp. If you use different string gauges between changes...so string up and play!
2026050
I'm sorry I meant tuning the strings is easy. to actually play might be difficult. I mean my fingers have not bled but they have calloused and sometimes I can't get the chord to play because its difficult.
211889
yes, new strings will stretch. It may take a week or more of tuning before it settles down.. If it doesn't there could be an issue with the strings or the lugs slipping but Cordoba (and other guitar makers) are pretty good about checking things like that before shipping/selling... If it continues to be an issue take it to a guitar tech for a look and a lesson in restringing (you will eventually have to put new strings on the instrument)
1753027
I'm pretty sure the stock strings are the GHS Black Nylon strings. The stock strings sounded very dull to me, I changed them out pretty quickly.
706001
Its about 1/2 the size of a regular guitar and you use any normal acoustic strings. If you are learning the guitar I wouldnt buy this model. Buy a full size used cheaper brand...Washburn.Seagull..Ovation..Gibson..Fender! I bought this Martin investment not to play.
1860688
No the strings won't be tuned I'd advise in getting a tuner especially since it being new strings they won't stay tuned for long. But eventually they stay tuned.
1939485
Elizabeth, it takes awhile for the strings to stop stretching, then it should stay in tune longer. You might have to give it a month, I'm afraid. That's what I ran into.
1310478
Mandolin strings,I'd bring it into a music store and have hem professionally changed.Might cost about $20,plus the cost of the strings but,it's better that way.
769284
If you enter the traveler guitar website there is a video which shows you how to change the strings. I didn't change my strings yet but it doesn't seen to take very long and the manual recomends which string to use if I'm not wrong.
1195487
Yes, they do tell you what size string to use (.065" diameter). They also have instructions and a diagram showing how to replace the string on the spool. Unfortunately, neither is very clear, so it's best just to look carefully at how the string and spool fit before taking it out. It's actually not that difficult even without the instructions.
1900403
The strings are of questionable quality at best... I got a bad set too. I think shopping another brand is step one.
1969162
The strings are alittle short. I usually wear a large and I have about 4 inches of string to tie so I'll let you be the judge of that. Good luck!
918371
Depends if you're used to use the nylong strings or metal. But if you're a begginer, I recommend you to change them to nylon cause it's better to start off with that.
2098589
It's the same scale length as a guitar with a capo on the 7th fret but tuned to the 5th fret. Standard nylon strings will work fine, but give a slightly easier feel on the frets. High tension strings might be closer to standard tension, but would be harder to fret. It looks close enough to be a personal choice either way.I have large hands with think fingers and can play instruments down to a 14 inch scale, so the size should be no problem.
127104
good beginner guitar! i would change the strings the originals aren't that great... the strings are higher off the fret board than most of my other guitars but it isn't too noticeable while playing
2206993
I'm pretty sure it's just some generic strings. They are actually pretty decent though, no real reason to change them until they get old.