How well do these strings last if they are put through different tuning setups frequently?
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I'm unable to answer that. I do not play that often. But for the little that I do, I think the strings are great.
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Haven't put thru lots of different tuning setups but so far no problems. Great strings - very flexible without breaking.
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They are the same...does not matter,,,however as the are used and get wear and tear, I keep them in the same string each time when restringing... it help esp. If you use different string gauges between changes...so string up and play!
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I think it depends on the age of the other strings. If they have a lot of play time on them and one breaks I would replace them all. YouTube has really good videos on the proper way to change your strings. Good luck.
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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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At first, I tuned it daily. But on my second set of strings, I tuned it daily for about 15 days. Then it stayed pretty close for weeks at a time. The electronic tuners are inexpensive and make it worth doing quite often. Only takes a couple minutes each time.
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They might be a little long, but should be fine. I put concert Aquila strings on mine, with a low G.
1407163
Got almost three years out of mine, outside on the patio, weather exposed before some of the strings started to break.Everyday sleeping might be a bit much.
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Strings should be changed on a regular basis, depending on how much you play.
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i forgot the brand, but they were clear nylon for a tenor ukulele. if you plan on buying the ukulele, buy a different set of strings and wind them up yourself. strings that come with the ukulele dont stay tuned even if under heavy usage for 2 weeks (had to tune them every 2 or 3 hours). I mean, its expected with new strings that they wont stay in tune on its first time being used, but cmon? two weeks?? yeah, i bought a different set and it worked out fine.
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I put them in my Epi Les Paul Standard and they've worked great for over a year. Although I've noticed some strings don't work extremely well with them. I've Lways used regular D'addario Lights, but recently switched to the Balanced .10s and they high e trimmer has trouble cutting the string. Other than that they work extremely well and stay in tune better than most stock tuners.
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I got these as a present from a friend who researches products ad nauseam and put them on a Taylor 514(cedar/hog). I think they sound great - lush and full but different than other strings, for sure. They also seem like they are lower tension and are much easier to play. I did have some issues with the low E pulling out the bridge pin but I would re-set it and keep going. That string just broke but after 6 months or more of regular use. I bought another set of these to put back on. I even bought some Plectrums to try on a Taylor 816 but haven't tried yet.
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They will be tensioned but not tuned. I found this to be an excellent practice instrument that needs minimal setup. Every violin needs to be tuned every time it is played, no exceptions.
1765293
I use Luxilon Big Banger 16 gauge. I actually like them better then the original strings. You get more power and more spin. They last a long time.
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You're not going to damage it. Those are standard strings. I use them with all of my guitars. Trust me, you're good. If you want to ask me some questions about getting started, post your email in a response and I will happily guide you through it.
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I would not characterize these strings as 'really bright'. They are not 'tinny' or metallic sounding. The highs are not over-powering, nor are the lows. These are the only strings that I have used that I feel really let the true 'wood' sing. I recommend a try. Cost is not much, and you will suffer the time in a string change. I have one guitar that I have used silk and steel, by Martin, on it since 1974. I won't use another type. I have a Martin, which is fairly new (6 mos) and have gone through 3 cycles of the recommend strings that came with it. The next change will be with the S&S; strings. I wanna hear how they react to the Indian Rosewood/Sitka combo of my Mrtin. I would not characterize these strings as 'really bright'. They are not 'tinny' or metallic sounding. The highs are not over-powering, nor are the lows. These are the only strings that I have used that I feel really let the true 'wood' sing. I recommend a try. Cost is not much, and you will suffer the time in a string change. I have one guitar that I have used silk and steel, by Martin, on it since 1974. I won't use another type. I have a Martin, which is fairly new (6 mos) and have gone through 3 cycles of the recommend strings that came with it. The next change will be with the S&S...; » Read More I would not characterize these strings as 'really bright'. They are not 'tinny' or metallic sounding. The highs are not over-powering, nor are the lows. These are the only strings that I have used that I feel really let the true 'wood' sing. I recommend a try. Cost is not much, and you will suffer the time in a string change. I have one guitar that I have used silk and steel, by Martin, on it since 1974. I won't use another type. I have a Martin, which is fairly new (6 mos) and have gone through 3 cycles of the recommend strings that came with it. The next change will be with the S&S; strings. I wanna hear how they react to the Indian Rosewood/Sitka combo of my Mrtin. « Show Less
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I have 4 of these hanging a soprano ukulele, a 12 string acoustic, a Gibson Les Paul custom electric and a bass guitar. I have had these in use for 1 1/2 years. the hangers themselves have a rubber like sleeve and I have not noticed any change on the guitars or on the hangar so I'm assuming that they are not causing any damage and the instruments play like they always played.
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I have acoustic Gibson, Martin, Epiphone, Lag, Breedlove and Dean guitars. I only use D'Addario EXP16 strings on them. I really like the tone and they are coated to last longer. The EJ16 strings are not coated.