Newtone Heritage Strings

[rokdog49]

I've used the Heritage set on my D18 a couple of times and they sound great.
Then again so do the GHS Vintage Bronze at half the price.
Recently, I tried the Master Class Double Wound on my Eastman 00.
That was a fail. While the strings were very smooth to the touch and virtually noiseless, they killed the sustain and overtones. They sounded dull and lifeless. I feel they would be a great choice for an overly bright guitar.
My 00 has an Adirondack top and Mahogany back and sides and it loves Monels.

[jaymarsch]

Originally Posted by fulfillingsoul

Hi I'm beginning to love round core strings after using Martin FX. Doing research on round core. Any votes that the Newtone (say Masterclass) are better than Martin FX?

Well, even though this is a resurrected thread from almost 8 years ago, in case you are still lurking, I will answer your question. Yes, in my experience, Newtones are superior to Martin FX strings in feel, tone, and volume. Of course, they are more expensive than the FXs as well but worth it in my opinion.

Best,
Jayne

[mercy]

They are $10 a set including shipping direct and that is for a custom set. I dont know if the standard mix is the same but wouldnt be more im sure.

[mercy]

Ive tried the FX several times on different guitars and thought they were lousy

[rokdog49]

Originally Posted by mercy

Ive tried the FX several times on different guitars and thought they were lousy

I tried those once...
On they went and off they came.