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Old 10-19-2019, 02:32 PM
maxtheaxe maxtheaxe is offline
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Originally Posted by Wooly View Post
I'm using 11's now but not for the reason of trying to prevent a neck reset. I know I am maybe compromising sound and volume a bit but I like how they feel over all.

The question was an after thought.
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Personally, I don't think you're compromising sound & volume at all and a lot of players, myself included, prefer lighter strings because they allow the top to vibrate/resonate more freely than heavier strings that could choke the top. I think that, generally speaking, they allow the nuances & natural dynamics of the instrument and your playing to come through.

The heavier strings might be best for more aggressive styles of playing, especially with a flat-pick...big Rock-show strumming, bluegrass, et al, where you really have to play pretty hard to get that top moving. That they might accelerate wear & tear on the neck is a valid, additional consideration, but ultimately you have to go with what inspires you, regardless.
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