may i use nylong strings instead of the steel ones?
1036797
Yes, you can string this guitar with nylon strings. It is braced for steel strings, so you might not get the optimum sound out of it. Rule of thumb is this: you can re-string any steel string guitar with nylon strings. However, guitars braced for nylon strings (which provide less tension on the body and neck) may not be able to support the increased tension of steel strings. I hope this helps... Good luck and keep on rockin'!!
1366141
If you had read my review, you'd have seen the sentence, "The original strings couldn't hold a note." I replaced them with Bella chrome steel rope core, flat wound, nylon wrapped [url=http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0054RD51A/ref=cm_cd_asin_lnk]strings[/url].
268659
These are great strings ; I have only used them on my Martin Dreadnaught..I'm no expert but ,in my opinion ' you only use steel strings of any kind on steel string instruments....for a real expert opinion, why not e-mail Martin guitar company Nazareth Penn. Good luck Bob J.
666519
Yes they do. I use one on my nylon string classical guitar and also on my nylgut string ukulele. They do not damage the stings or sound clunky. I recommend.
846365
I have always used metal strings... but I don't see why it would not work with nylon strings... might have to turn volume up more...I do know that it works very well with my guitar.. some say better than the Dean Markley I have had for 35 years....
1744934
Anywhere, Amazon if you like. There are so many styles to choose from. It all depends on personal sound and comfort preference. This model will take steel strings. Other smaller models will only take nylon. I found that silk and nickle wound strings are gentle on little fingers.
272958
I do not recommend using the stock strings regardless of what gauge they are. Also, the saddle and tension rod should be adjusted for best experience.
1105304
They come with steel strings, nylon strings are easier on the fingers in my experience but if he intends to play with steel strings I would just keep the steel on. But if it's just a hobby or something to play around with but you don't want the extreme callouses that come with playing then nylon would be better
652912
No, nylon strings will not work on this guitar. The nut slots are cut for steel strings and the guitar is designed and braced for steel strings. While you could install nylon strings, they would not vibrate the top sufficiently to sound good. If you want a nylon string guitar there are plenty of inexpensive classical guitars available. Those will be designed to sound good with nylon strings.
1330259
If that is a rod that is in the neck of a steal string guitar the answer is yes I beleive so. When I inquired about putting nylon strings on it the guy in the store said no can do. I believe this is bc of a truss rod. Hope this helps. It's a sweet little guitar.
2160712
They are nylon and the low strings are wound with steel over the nylon. Some people say that it makes it easier for children but I think the wide neck defeats the ease of the strings. My six-year-old likes her yamaha, though, and will only play it even when I offer her a little Martin or a GS mini (both wonderful guitars).
1249733
We have steel strings. The strings that come with the guitar are fine. My in-laws (the martin family band) were in the house the other day and upgraded the strings which definitely improved the tone (richer) and reduced the necessary finger pressure on the frets.This guitar is primarily used by my 15 year old daughter who has small hands.
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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
652911
This is a steel string guitar. I am not sure it would sound good with nylon strings. In fact, I don't think I have seen a set that would work with this type of bridge.
578386
The strings are nylgut strings not nylon as a guitar....they are certainly lighter. I don't know if they are gauged. Due to the C tuning on my ukulele the C string is the heaviest gauge then the E then the A then the G. Pop in the a music store and check them out many ukulele's have Aquila strings on the instrument when purchased.
1017596
No. On classical guitars, the first 3 strings are nylon and strings 4,5, & 6 are wound. I have been told that wound classical guitar strings are fine silver wire wound around silk, but I have not researched this. The wound strings on this guitar are much lighter (and easier to play) than regular (acoustic) guitar strings, which are all metal (usually steel). I believe the only time you will find all nylon strings will be on a toy guitar, which this guitar is not. Hope this helps.
1871741
I don't know. I've only used the string. You would have to contact Craftsman or possibly Sears for this answer. Cheers and have a great day.