I've got the Tony Rice Monels (same strings just medium gauge) on my d18 right now. I really like the feel, and yes, they seem to be less bright than PBs, with less break in time. I quite like them.
Interesting side note: the guy running sound at church Wed night asked me if I was playing old strings. He said they lacked "attack" which I take to mean they weren't as punchy and bright as my normal PB strings. But he could definitely hear a difference with no prodding from me.
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