Would a light medium gauge FX string be the best FX string for a Martin OO model?
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probably good. i myself have switched to martin silk and steel. lovely. peter couchman
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If you guitar has a neck adjustment rod (i.e., was built after 1985) then the medium lights would be a great option. If your guitar is one of the older models that does not have a neck adjustment rod, I would advise that you stick to light gauge strings only.
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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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Every time I go to get strings the counter-people always tell me to use light or extra-light strings, but they break so easily and do not move a lot of air. I have used medium on it and have had mine for probably over 10 years. I don't tighten them too much either. I'd go with Martin's recommendation, but just thought I'd mention that mediums worked for me and they have more sound too.
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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.
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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 learn on lights .010-.046. That will build your hand strength. Then you can decide if you want the tone mediums or the speed of extra lights
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I use Martin SP Phosphor Bronze extra light and light. Can't go wrong with Martin strings.
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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.
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The guitar comes strung with very light strings. If you prefer heavier strings, as I do, I would recommend taking it to a good shop and having them set it up for the increased tension.
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Are they full body guitars? I prefer Medium gauge strings for a full body guitar...if you pick a lot, light gauge are more flexible for bending. Light or Medium gauge strings should be okay on the fingers. Remember that the more you play the harder you build the callouses on the fingers putting pressure on the strings. Hope this helps. :)
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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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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.
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I have a Taylor light weight guitar. If your Martin guitar is not that heavy this may work for you.
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I have had good success doing what you are thinking of doing. No you're not going to get Marshall sound from your solid body electric ( Ibanez Les Paul copy) but run a decent effects pedal through the EFX loop (I use 2nd channel for this) on the back of the amp and you'll get a good electric sound from clean to fuzz to everything in between. I have a LR Baggs M80A magnetic pickup on my Santa Cruz OM and plug that into the first channel. I'm happy with the results.
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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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This is very subjective, and also varies from one instrument to another. In general, avoid light gauge strings if your after "warm low mellow". Try D'Adario "bluegrass" strings - they sound great on some guitars, particularly for pickers.
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Taylor recommends Elixer, which I really like. They're the most expensive though. Martin strings are much cheaper, but good. D'addario also makes OK less expensive strings.
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Hi Lee. There are some models that are narrow enough to hold a uke. The wider fork..I dunno. You wouldn't want yer tuners to be bearing the weight of yer axe..only the headstock.