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Post by otis1960 on Nov 13, 2021 0:46:33 GMT
Anyone else tried these yet?
I was intrigued by the advertising, so ordered a couple of sets to try. It is alleged that the mix of string types is selected to enhance each string's natural frequencies, to mimic a "perfect EQ setting"
The strings are: Copper Bronze low E Phosphor Bronze A & D 80/20 Bronze G Plain B & E
I put a set onto my McIlroy AS10C, as the strings were in need of a change.
I can't say that I like the result: quite bright overall, but very squeaky, and slippery feeling. These are apparently "treated" rather than "coated"; as my stock strings are 11-52 Elixirs this might explain why they feel so alien. They might just need a little time to settle down, so I will see how things develop, but interested to hear of anyone else's experience with these.
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Post by bellyshere on Nov 18, 2021 10:33:58 GMT
I like trying a new string. I’ll give them a go.
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Post by surfguy13 on Nov 19, 2021 7:52:47 GMT
I have never tried coated strings before, no idea why. However, wasn't aware there are 'treated' strings too. Is there a major difference? I think the concept of having different strings made from different compounds is interesting. I noticed someone had a Martin D for sale recently and that had 50% rosewood back and 50% mahogany; with the mahogany on the treble side. Again, a unique concept. Like bellyshere I may well invest in a set of the ClearTone strings. Be interesting to have an update w]once the strings have settled in?
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Post by otis1960 on Dec 2, 2021 22:43:36 GMT
Update as suggested:
The strings have settled down, and much of the initial harsh (to my ears) brightness has mellowed. They sound OK, even tone, not sure that I can really discern anything spectacularly different. But, the E has become rather muted and flabby.
I still do not like them.
Perhaps it’s just me, perhaps they do not suit the McIlroy. I do have one set left, so I will put those on something else and see whether the outcome is any better.
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Post by woodtoner on Dec 3, 2021 0:41:56 GMT
I have never tried coated strings before, no idea why. However, wasn't aware there are 'treated' strings too. Is there a major difference? I think the concept of having different strings made from different compounds is interesting. I noticed someone had a Martin D for sale recently and that had 50% rosewood back and 50% mahogany; with the mahogany on the treble side. Again, a unique concept. Like bellyshere I may well invest in a set of the ClearTone strings. Be interesting to have an update w]once the strings have settled in? That Martin D sounds interesting - I'd certainly like to try one - was it a custom shop do you know? Without re-opening an already very smelly can of worms, I am reminded of the papier machet guitar Stradivarius built as an experiment to see if the materials used in the back and sides of a guitar counted for much. I think the jury is still out on that. Having said that - the 50/50 idea would have to have some tonal consequence.
As for the strings - another interesting idea that I'm sure will make money but I really don't like coated strings. Can't say I've tried "treated" strings either but suspect I wouldn't like them.
2 quotes spring to mind: "If it aint broke - don't fix it..." & "Go for the tone"
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