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Old 08-27-2019, 06:29 PM
michaelm101 michaelm101 is offline
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Default String Choice for Versatility on Flamenco Designed Guitar

I just acquired a Cordoba GK Studio Negra with the intent of using it for live playing of 1) classic crooner standards (w/vocals), 2) Bossa Nova instrumentals, and 3) traditional Spanish instrumentals with light flamenco elements. I may use percussive techniques.

My rationale about string choice for my application: Although the rosewood back and sides results in a warmer/rounder tone compared to cypress, the guitar is nevertheless, designed with the more sharp flamenco response in mind. That said, I'm thinking that a set of classical strings will get me right "in between." Hoping this makes sense...

I don't enjoy restringing, so experimentation is last resort. Does anybody have experience with this scenario?

Thanks in advance!
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