Newtone strings for Carbon Anyone?

[Finn Bjerke]

Ive used Newtones handmade strings for a long time, they sound very good and they live longer than any other strings Ive come across. Also Malcolm Newton is a nice person.




https://www.newtonestrings.com/shop/...stic-6-string/

[steelvibe]

Originally Posted by Finn Bjerke

Ive used Newtones handmade strings for a long time, they sound very good and they live longer than any other strings Ive come across. Also Malcolm Newton is a nice person.




https://www.newtonestrings.com/shop/...stic-6-string/

I tried the Master Class Doublewound PB lights on my RainSong and loved the playability and tone. My only issue was that I had a difficult time keeping them in pitch. Could he that they were not the best match for a 12 fret guitar?

[dogdog49]

Originally Posted by steelvibe

I tried the Master Class Doublewound PB lights on my RainSong and loved the playability and tone. My only issue was that I had a difficult time keeping them in pitch. Could he that they were not the best match for a 12 fret guitar?

Tried them on my Shorty and not enough tension for a 12 fretter, especially in dropped tunings. The mediums sounded and played great though!

[new2guitar_eh]

Just put some on my Emerald X10 and liking them so far.

[Mkel12]

I am on my second set of Martin Retros (monel -- blend of nickel and copper) on my Lucky 13. Not as bright as phosphor bronze and perfect for the tone I seek. FYI.

[steelvibe]

Big fan of the Retros here too. I have TI Plectrums on my Shorty now, and even though I like these quite a bit, Retros are just hard to beat to my ears. I am curious about the Titanium Core when they become available, and might try them once....you never know and if I could get 4-6 months out of them it would be worth it

[KenG]

I've used the double wound 11-50 on my X20 and like them. I hope to get my hands on the same strings but one gauge up. Very smooth feeling and last well.

[Finger Stylish]

Originally Posted by steelvibe

Big fan of the Retros here too. I have TI Plectrums on my Shorty now, and even though I like these quite a bit, Retros are just hard to beat to my ears. I am curious about the Titanium Core when they become available, and might try them once....you never know and if I could get 4-6 months out of them it would be worth it

Pretty much sums up my evaluation as well. The only difference is I tried the Newtone Master Class Nickel. (very pitchy string compared to the Retro's)