| Finally,after years of
experimenting , I have discovered what I consider to be easily the best
synthetic string for use as a first chanterelle in D/G tuning.
The string has the following
benefits over the traditional 28 thou gut string :
1. Although the diameter is the same,
the string is under less tension making cottoning easier.
2. The string surface is textured which
again holds cotton better and the blue or black colour makes it
easy to see the cotton condition.
3. The tough outer covering resists wear
at the nut, wheel and bridge far better.
4. "Warbling " tone at the highest notes
is much less evident, vibrato and "bending" is easier.
5. The overall tone is warm and even
-volume slightly less than gut but still brilliant.
6. No wear has been noticed after
several weeks of regular playing.
7. Once settled down, tuning seems
unaffected by humidity.
8. They cost a lot less and are ready to
string having a brass ferrule tied on.
The strings are normally
supplied at 55 cm, if you need a longer string for tekero or similar,
please tell me when ordering.
Price £ 3.00 inc of UK p&p
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