leoroberts
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My main instrument is: probably needing new strings
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Post by leoroberts on Mar 31, 2017 11:21:13 GMT
I'm sorry, I just don't understand the concept...
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Post by scorpiodog on Mar 31, 2017 11:25:24 GMT
I'm sorry, I just don't understand the concept... You're just a frustrated piano player, aren't you, Leo?
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leoroberts
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My main instrument is: probably needing new strings
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Post by leoroberts on Mar 31, 2017 11:26:24 GMT
I'm sorry, I just don't understand the concept... You're just a frustrated piano player, aren't you, Leo? Yup. It's the Liberace in me
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Riverman
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Post by Riverman on Mar 31, 2017 12:26:31 GMT
Changing the strings in a piano, now that's what I call a pain in the ****...
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Post by NikGnashers on Mar 31, 2017 12:43:32 GMT
I'm with you elverman, I don't like bright zingy strings either, and prefer the dull warmth of worn in ones. So, in that respect, I will gratefully receive any donated 'worn in but still loads of life left' sets of strings from members Nikgnashers, be careful, or you will be inundated! I bin mine when I change them, so if you really want them, send me a pm with your address, I'll be a bit more careful taking them off and send them to you when I have a few sets.
I was having a laugh, but thank you for the kind offer. I think it would cost more in postage than the strings are worth lol.
I do plan on trying some Exilir strings next though, as they seem to have a reputation for a less zingy sound, and also are supposed to be quite smooth : so less noise when you slide up the frets. This sounds exactly what I am looking for.
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Post by scorpiodog on Mar 31, 2017 13:22:29 GMT
Changing the strings in a piano, now that's what I call a pain in the ****... Can be if they break when you tension them. Actually, I don't think pianists change strings as often as guitarists do.
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Post by scorpiodog on Mar 31, 2017 13:24:26 GMT
I do plan on trying some Exilir strings next though, as they seem to have a reputation for a less zingy sound, and also are supposed to be quite smooth : so less noise when you slide up the frets. This sounds exactly what I am looking for.
Elixirs are my choice generally when it comes to acoustic strings. But get the Phosphor Bronze ones. They are more mellow than the 80/20's.
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Riverman
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Post by Riverman on Mar 31, 2017 13:27:31 GMT
Changing the strings in a piano, now that's what I call a pain in the ****... Can be if they break when you tension them. Actually, I don't think pianists change strings as often as guitarists do. You've forgotten about Leo haven't you?
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Post by scorpiodog on Mar 31, 2017 13:28:23 GMT
Leo's a guitarist?
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leoroberts
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My main instrument is: probably needing new strings
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Post by leoroberts on Mar 31, 2017 13:52:44 GMT
Leo's a guitarist? I refute that vile accusation most strongly! And there is plenty of evidence to back me up...
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Post by slasher on Mar 31, 2017 14:22:45 GMT
With you on this Leo. i'm a singer (of sorts) who happens to like the sound of the acoustic guitar for accompanying. I've just changed the strings on my "best" guitar---Elixirs 80/20s, 12-53 guage. Sounds good and bright and ready to play at mixed sessions on sunday, monday and wednesday coming. Yipee!
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Post by Martin on Mar 31, 2017 14:41:09 GMT
I'm guilty of not changing my strings for ages too. Recently I've started to notice when the strings start to deteriorate. Believe it or not, I used to have real difficulty in doing so and often thought I was changing them just because I should. Maybe it's having more than one decent guitar that let's me be more attuned to how new-ish strings should sound, but I'm certainly changing them more often now. At least once per year, whether they need it or not! I've also started trying the Newtone Heritage low tension strings. I think they are quite nice, and sound great, but I think I prefer the feel of the Masterclass strings. Sure the Heritage are easier to bend and are kinder to my impending neck resets (paranoid, much?), but they kinda feel...well....a bit springy. Not quite elasitc bands, but...maybe I just need to get used to the feel. Maybe I'll just go back to Masterclass. Whatever, Newtones are ace Oh, and they have the perfect amount of 'zing', which lasts consistently for ages.
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Post by dreadnought28 on Mar 31, 2017 22:48:22 GMT
I have somewhere over 200 sets of strings here, mostly John Pearse 600L PB lights and D'Addario EJ16 PB plus there equivalent mediums and custom light. Also numerous other types that I pick up when I see them available at a good price. My antique Martin's need Thiomastik Infeld or similar.
I change strings frequently and provably average 4 or 5 changes a week.
Mostly PB are what I like best although occasionally I use 80/20. I have some of the new Santa Cruz Parabolic strings to try.
I HATE Elixir which I find make every guitar sound like a guitar with Elixir strings on it and feel slimy.
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