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05-14-2021, 10:36 AM
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Time for new strings. What should I try? Any good deals?
I've finally run out of new strings.
I really like D'Addario NB and also like Santa Cruz Guitar Parabolic's. The guitars in my collection are: Baby Taylor, Blueridge BR-43, Yamaha F435SY, Bristol BD-16. Are there any good deals to be had on these strings from AGF sponsors or others that would be good to try? Thanks! 
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#2
05-14-2021, 10:51 AM
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I just ordered a set of Ernie Ball phosphor bronze strings and I’m really curious to try. They seem to be a lot cheaper than other brands.
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05-14-2021, 10:56 AM
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If you haven't tried round-core strings you should give DR Sunbeams a try - take care installing, no pre-cutting.
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05-14-2021, 11:02 AM
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05-14-2021, 11:32 AM
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Another vote for DR Sunbeams.
Be aware that proper string guage with Sunbeams for your instrument is key to how well you'll like them. My D35 roars with 12s and loses it's power with 13's. One would think the opposite, no? Go figure.
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05-14-2021, 12:04 PM
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Curt Mangan phosphor bronze strings are great. I started using them last year. Prior to them I played DR's which are very good. The Curt Mangan strings are noticeably richer in tone, with greater volume and sustain. They are hand-made in the US so no they're not cheap. But it's worth it to me to string up 7 instruments with them.
Another hand-made US brand to try is Mapes. I just put a set on my HD-28. So far I like them, but I think the Curt Mangan strings sound a little better.
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05-14-2021, 03:09 PM
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Thanks for the suggestions.
I've liked DR for my electric bass strings (Black Beauties, mostly because they look so cool) and their customer support was superb (for strings that probably broke due to user error). I'll check out their Sunbeams. Curt Mangan strings come very well recommended by a local shop with years of experience. I'll try them out too.
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05-14-2021, 03:15 PM
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Adamas, not easy to find, but cheap. The biggest tone I’ve ever found and easy to play (round core)
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05-14-2021, 05:14 PM
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A thought
Why not start at the economical end of the spectrum? - - - MF's own 'Musician's Gear' 12-52 80/20 strings. $2.79 a set postpaid. I've been pleasantly surprised with the several sets I've used. Price of a cup of coffee to see.
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05-14-2021, 05:46 PM
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Seems like some guitars have a ‘sweet spot’ with particular strings. I’ve been trying 80/20 strings to add a bit of brightness to one guitar. Couldn’t bond with the Martin 80/20s or even the Newtone 80/20s (and I use just about every other Newtone string there is!) But on this guitar I’ve found that Earthwood silk and steel 80/20s are simply amazing. Tried a couple of brands on a different guitar and found out that it excels when I use GHS Thin Core.
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05-14-2021, 06:34 PM
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If you like D'addario NB's maybe you should try a set of GHS Americana strings.
I like NB's too but I read a post recently that led me to try these GHS strings which I think sound great but I don't think they last as long as the D'addarios NB's. I think I'll stick with the GHS strings for now.
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05-14-2021, 08:04 PM
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05-14-2021, 08:18 PM
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I use a variety of strings but I really like the EB aluminum bronze on my Larrivee and Seagull. Not so much on my mini.
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05-14-2021, 08:56 PM
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I'm a big fan of Ernie Ball Paradigm strings. They are "coated," but not in the same way as any other strings (and Ernie Ball won't say how). I find that they feel and sound exactly like the very popular "Earthwood" strings, but last at least as long as Elixirs. They are my go-to string: Phosphor Bronze for my RainSong, 80/20 bronze for my cedar/rosewood Kronbauer.
If you're looking for a bright string, the Ernie Ball Aluminum Bronze strings might fit the bill. They don't last as long as the Paradigms, but they do last longer than normal Phosphor Bronze or 80/20 strings. I use them occasionally for a change of pace on the Kronbauer. If you're looking for a mellow string, the Martin Retro Monels might be what you're looking for. Again, they don't last as long as the Paradigms, but definitely longer than regular strings. I use these occasionally for a change of pace on the RainSong. One quick note about both the Aluminum Bronze and Monel strings: they take a few days to settle in. Don't judge their sound until you've had them on at least 3 days and played them for at least a couple of hours.
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