do the strings have to be steel or does bronze also work?
1099202
Either will work....My personal preference are ELIXIR (NANO-WEB) Albeit they are a bit more....about $15 per set, but they sound great and last about 3-5 times longer than the cheaper brands.
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
1099204
Either strings will work just fine. I prefer the bronze strings as I feel the have a richer tone and sound
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....
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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.
2000115
All steel/electric strings as it is an electric guitar. The nylon strings aren't detected by the pickups.
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Hi, These are great strings, if expensive, but they last and stay in tune. The 80/20 bronze nanoweb are brighter. See this link wihch compares each type e.g.80/20 Bronze with Polyweb is the warmest. The 80/20 Bronze with Nanoweb is the brightest. See http://www.elixirstrings.co.uk/products/product_acoustic.html
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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.
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.
1013224
All-metal strings fall into the generic category of "steel" strings which include steel, bronze, phosphor bronze, etc. Fyi, unlike the LX1, virtually all nylon string guitars have a slotted headstock.
1783865
They are not nylon...I don't know if it is steel, but they are a metal material...it also came with extra strings, mine actually had 2 extra sets and 2 picks
836458
I believe the strings that come with the guitar are composite core with brass wrapping. I suggest buying new strings, as a few of mine had some damage, and were already stretched from being on the guitar, out of tune.
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.
959937
I would not put steel systems strings on this ukulele. I believe it would be asking for trouble...
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.
674903
Congrats on receiving one! They look steel, but they are nylon. Well at least mine were nylon, you can tell by the sound if you're familiar with steel string as well as the end's near the sound hole. For new players, steel string "cut" into your fingers much more than nylon. Have fun!
1249735
It takes steel strings. I asked my sons guitar teacher for you and that is what he said. Hope this helps :-).
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.
1727453
No, they are steel. It is a very nice guitar! My son loves playing it and it sounds great!