Guitar String Care

In my research I have found a few things,  One there are different types of guitar string used for various sounds.  Second, they are completely different materials and all offer various price ranges.

One thing I am keenly aware of is how humidity can affect the sound and variation/life of the guitar string.  Having and maintaining the proper RH with guitars is like conditioning your hair.  Adding moisture will allow your hair to be softer, more pliable and easily managed.  Leave the conditioner out and you are left with dry, brittle and damaged strands! Gross.  When you add humidity and maintain it at a 45-55% level, you are able to get the most out of your strings be them expensive or bottom of the barrel.

Choose a system that will allow you to vary your control on the seasons.  See our systems and call us to see what your options will be.

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Understand the difference between steel and nylon strings. It's important to note that using strings meant for acoustic guitars on a classical guitar will ruin the neck. The tensions of the strings and guitars are different, so you can't use classical strings for an acoustic guitar either. Classical guitars usually have nylon strings. The bass strings look steel but the insides are made of nylon fibers. This article will discuss steel strings.

• If you play a lot (on stage), you may want to stick with 80/20 bronze. Phosphor strings tend to last longest.

Bronze strings are sometimes called 80/20 bronze because they are made with 80% copper and 20% zinc. They can be used for all styles of playing. They have a bright sound that fades away quickly after a few hours of playing. Bronze strings are the most commonly used strings.

Phosphor bronze strings are bronze strings with phosphor added. They can also be used for all styles. They have a warmer sound that lasts longer than bronze strings.

Silk and steel strings produce a soft, mellow sound. They produce less tension and come in lighter gauges so they are good for vintage guitars that require special strings. They are quieter and less durable but easier to play

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