What is the difference between these strings and the D'addario prelude strings which I currently have?? Please answer ASAP, thank you!!!
1644352
Dominant strings are good basic strings often used by students. Red Label strings are better and are often used by semi pro and pro players. Pirastro Gold label strings are some of the more expensive strings and are usually used by the pros. They have a very sweet pure sound. In this case, you get what you pay for. So it depends on the level of playing that the person is at. A student does not need Pirastro gold labels. A better student would probably be happy with Red Labels.
1644353
The strings may give your violin a different sound. Basically it boils down to what you like and what you are after in sound. This set is a good quality that is easy to break in. As with any new strings, try to put them on well in advance of any performance.
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It depends. From my local violin shop, if the violin price is less than 400, they suggested to use prelude. If the violin price is more than 1000, dominant strings can be considered.Red label strings are very cheap and the quality is not very good. I use them for my kid's violin ($60). There are professionals using dominant but no professionals use red label. check http://www.violin-strings.com/famous-violinist-string-brands.php
1644355
It depends on what works for your violin. I had a new set of Dominant strings, but before I put them on my violin, I bought a Juan Qin violin that had D'addario strings on that work so well that I hesitate to use the Dominant strings on it. If you are not getting the sound that you want, you might think about buying a different violin (I went through several violins before I found in the Juan Qin violin the sound that I like). .
1644356
A lot has to do with your violin sound, type of playing, and tone qualities you are looking to achieve.Dominant comes in different flavors depending on tone qualities. You need to experiment both are great.I like Pirastro for the "E" to give a warmer tone.
870648
not necessary because the coatings themselves do not limit any sound on your guitar. Were the non-coated strings D'Addario? When you use different strings that can affect the sound of your guitar. Coated ESP strings last longer than non-coated strings. I have a Taylor 714ce not the current model but this one was available in 2011 when I bought this one. Western Red Cedar top and Indian Rosewood sides and back. I have always used ESP coated strings and I would never use anything else.
2108255
The strings do just fine and produce a good sound, although every uke is a little different so you can never be sure if they'll be good. I'd suggest trying them and seeing how you like them, and if the sound doesn't work for you then pick up some Aquila strings.
1849081
I just bought one yesterday and it had D'Addario strings on it. I changed them to Fender Ultra Lights and it sounds great! Love it!
983226
According to the D'Addario website, the Prelude strings have a solid steel core. The Pro-Arte synthetic core is on the Pro-Arte nylon strings, which cost roughly twice as much. See descriptions at http://www.daddariobowed.com/BowedProductDetail.Page?AxPageID=5371&Mode=0&ActiveID=4495&productid=120 and http://www.daddariobowed.com/BowedProductDetail.Page?AxPageID=5371&Mode=0&ActiveID=4495&productid=129 for further information.
1084980
Very personal thing..... Phosphor Bronze are not as bright sounding as the Bronze.... So i prefer less of bright chiming string(Phosphor Bronze). You may want to consider buying one of each... playing them over your next 2 string changes. If you do a lot of finger style playing, you may prefer the bronze. Hope this help!!
1753026
I don't know what kind of strings they are, but I can tell you that once they get stretched out to hold a tune they actually sound pretty good. I did buy some aquilla's for backups, but I haven't used them yet and I am really enjoying them so far. Had it about a month and a half. Really good quality instrument for the money by the way.
2101472
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!
850982
Jon,Let me tell you my personal experience. I have been playing for 30+ years and the only other strings I would consider using other than these are Vinci's. Before changing strings with a new set of these, I had used the previous set of Elixir for more than 2 years. Only towards the "end" did they begin to show wear. I will probably use these strings from now on. 5 stars.
1796882
I don't know what kind of strings but they are decent. If you are new to the guitar, you will probably want to replace them with some light gauge 'silk and steel' strings, which will be easier on your fingers.
983225
According to the package, they are all solid steel core. The whole Product Description section appears to be a cut-and-paste error and is descriptive of the Pro-Arte strings which are considerably more expensive. I have not tried the Pro-Arte strings, though, so I cannot comment on them. Once again, I am very happy with the Preludes.
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According to the D'Addario website, the Prelude strings have a solid steel core. The Pro-Arte synthetic core is on the Pro-Arte nylon strings, which cost roughly twice as much. See descriptions at http://www.daddariobowed.com/BowedProductDetail.Page?AxPageID=5371&Mode;=0&ActiveID;=4495&productid;=120 and http://www.daddariobowed.com/BowedProductDetail.Page?AxPageID=5371&Mode;=0&ActiveID;=4495&productid;=129 for further information.
2026635
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.
1729667
I haven't tried these yet, my preference has always been D'Addario but I'm going to order them anyway. As to the question, for acoustic I would NEVER tune them up. If you like open chords, just get a capo and raise it up as much as you want.
966961
Those numbers are the nominal diameters of the strings, from high E to low E. There is a wealth of information about string diameters & the amount of loading a string will put on the top of a guitar on the D'Addario website. Worth a look if you have the time.
1807614
I can't answer that question. The guy who made my guitar told me what strings to use and so I buy them only. I believe I am using the EXP strings. Light guage and they are nice enough for a player like myself.
126296
Looks like the link is totally messed up by Amazon. I like the EXP26s. Not as smooth as some coated strings, but have seemed to last a little longer than the Elixirs I had before. Hopefully Amazon corrects it.