Giutar strings
# 1
This is going to get as many subjective answers as "Who's the best guitarist?"
I prefer Dean Markley Blue Steel. They give me the *impression* that the strings are very crisp and clean, and I am a freak about changing my strings every day when recording. I've always wanted to do an A/B test, though.
I've heard a lot of good things about Elixer.
You should definitely try out different brands and see if you can sense a difference. It could help develop your ear / sensitivity for tone.
-Carl.
I prefer Dean Markley Blue Steel. They give me the *impression* that the strings are very crisp and clean, and I am a freak about changing my strings every day when recording. I've always wanted to do an A/B test, though.
I've heard a lot of good things about Elixer.
You should definitely try out different brands and see if you can sense a difference. It could help develop your ear / sensitivity for tone.
-Carl.
Carl King[br]GuitarTricks Video Director / Producer
# 2
For beginners these are great. The different colors help beginners to find the right strings.
http://stringsbyaurora.com/our-strings/rockpack-guitar-strings
http://stringsbyaurora.com/our-strings/rockpack-guitar-strings
# 3
Ya, like Carl said, it's all subjective. Everyone has their preference. I started with Ernie Balls and now I use D'Addario strings.
# 4
Hey mike89white,
Maybe you could post what guitars you have, and what style you want to play, and we might be able to make suggestions based on that.
-Carl.
Maybe you could post what guitars you have, and what style you want to play, and we might be able to make suggestions based on that.
-Carl.
Carl King[br]GuitarTricks Video Director / Producer
# 5
Every guitar likes different strings. :)
I find D'addarios to work well for me on my electric guitars, but so have Ernie Balls...
It seems to me the type of strings makes more of a difference on acoustic guitars. All Taylor guitars with Elixir strings that I've played sound and feel amazing!
I recently tried a bunch of Cole Clark guitars, some with D'addario strings, some with Martins, some with Elixir. I must say, acoustic guitars with Elixir strings I like! The other strings sound good for one or two days, and then I need to change them...
I find D'addarios to work well for me on my electric guitars, but so have Ernie Balls...
It seems to me the type of strings makes more of a difference on acoustic guitars. All Taylor guitars with Elixir strings that I've played sound and feel amazing!
I recently tried a bunch of Cole Clark guitars, some with D'addario strings, some with Martins, some with Elixir. I must say, acoustic guitars with Elixir strings I like! The other strings sound good for one or two days, and then I need to change them...
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# 6
I use Elixir strings (for electric and accoustic) because I hate to change strings all the time :P
To my ear, they are the one that last the longest and keeps there "original" sound the longest. They also sound pretty good. On a 0 to 10 scale 10 being string heaven and 0 being....hell heaven (so unoriginal :p) I would give them a solid 9. I'm not giving 10 because I just know that somewhere theres something better....there's always something better.
And the search goes on ! :)
To my ear, they are the one that last the longest and keeps there "original" sound the longest. They also sound pretty good. On a 0 to 10 scale 10 being string heaven and 0 being....hell heaven (so unoriginal :p) I would give them a solid 9. I'm not giving 10 because I just know that somewhere theres something better....there's always something better.
And the search goes on ! :)
# 7
# 8
Over the years I have used a variety of strings. Recently, I put on a set of their new Cobalt strings on my electric. They were noticeably better than the strings which were not very worn, that I was replacing on my guitar. They actually lived up to their advertised features (More output, better harmonics and great feel). I have only had them on for about 2 weeks so they have not been fully vetted but so far I would have to say Excellent.
# 9
I have used about every type and brand of string you can imagine. I have settled on Elixir strings for both acoustic and electric over the last few years and don't plan to change anytime soon.
I prefer the Nanoweb type, as the Polyweb series has an additional coating that wears off and changes the tone of the strings pretty severely (in my opinion.) I honestly think it's about what feels comfortable for your fingers and also, how much acidity you have in your fingers. I tend to thrash around quite a bit and play pretty hard, so I need something durable. Whatever can endure a beating from me I will stand by :)
Experiment with what works for you. :D
I prefer the Nanoweb type, as the Polyweb series has an additional coating that wears off and changes the tone of the strings pretty severely (in my opinion.) I honestly think it's about what feels comfortable for your fingers and also, how much acidity you have in your fingers. I tend to thrash around quite a bit and play pretty hard, so I need something durable. Whatever can endure a beating from me I will stand by :)
Experiment with what works for you. :D
Douglas Showalter
# 10