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Bright, clear tone.
Great strings. Probably not the best choice for a smooth, warm tone but to be fair they're not supposed to be. These strings are all about a bright, powerful, clear tone. Not overly aggressive or harsh though and they intonate perfectly within the range of every guitar I've tested them.
I haven't looked up the listed tension for these strings but they feel stiffer than average when compared to similar gauge 010 sets. This is a good thing for a low buzz free action and a tight feel but will also depend on personal taste. I couldn't use them on a Gretsch with a Bigsby, they made the Bigsby way too tight and hard to operate. However, they were great on a Tele with a B-bender even though the longer scale length in theory should have made them even tighter.
The quality of construction seems to be excellent. I've not had any premature breakage and they still sound great after a long period of moderate use.
No complaints, just make sure this is the type of tone/feel you really want. Like many Thomastik strings they've got a very "baked in" tonal character which you may or may not like. Great for a bright, tight, crystal clear tone. Superb for aggressive distortion. Probably not the best choice for warm clean tones or a classic "vintage" sound.
I haven't looked up the listed tension for these strings but they feel stiffer than average when compared to similar gauge 010 sets. This is a good thing for a low buzz free action and a tight feel but will also depend on personal taste. I couldn't use them on a Gretsch with a Bigsby, they made the Bigsby way too tight and hard to operate. However, they were great on a Tele with a B-bender even though the longer scale length in theory should have made them even tighter.
The quality of construction seems to be excellent. I've not had any premature breakage and they still sound great after a long period of moderate use.
No complaints, just make sure this is the type of tone/feel you really want. Like many Thomastik strings they've got a very "baked in" tonal character which you may or may not like. Great for a bright, tight, crystal clear tone. Superb for aggressive distortion. Probably not the best choice for warm clean tones or a classic "vintage" sound.
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Great Sounding, but durability
First time trying these, wanted to give them a try after reading a lot of good stuff about them.
I've used them on a Fender Jimi Hendrix Strat, obviously trying to encompass the sound of Hendrix. These strings are great sounding, they give me a fuller sound compared to the nickel wounded I have used previuosly.
However they doesn't seem to last long, after 1 month (playing 1hr/day) especially the D string is starting to show wear at the contact points with the frets, you can feel it when sliding along the string.
I've used them on a Fender Jimi Hendrix Strat, obviously trying to encompass the sound of Hendrix. These strings are great sounding, they give me a fuller sound compared to the nickel wounded I have used previuosly.
However they doesn't seem to last long, after 1 month (playing 1hr/day) especially the D string is starting to show wear at the contact points with the frets, you can feel it when sliding along the string.
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r
awesome
v high quality balanced sound and feel, tho i replace the top E with an .11
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the best strings
I was shopping for strings for my Gibson Les Paul (sadly, not a real one, an Epiphone copy) and saw that somebody recommended these. I agree entirely that they are the best strings I have ever heard, and they even seem easier to hold down without fret buzz. Excellent!
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Great on any electric
I USE 10s on my electrics, and these are another fantastic set from Thomastik-Infeld. Only heard of this Vienna company via guitar forums, and so glad I did. Can't wait to gig with them. They sound awesome and feel indestructible.
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Great strings
Can't be more happier with these. Great tone, they hold on for a long time and don't get corrosion as some of the other strings do.
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That sounds absolutely great!
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M3
Excellent strings
Typical Thomastik quality, these are great for those that want a lighter gauge of string for fast playing and intense bending. All Thomastik strings are very consistent for their high quality, lifespan and tone. They're quite expensive on the face of it, but you really will hear and feel the difference under your fingers!
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Fantastic strings
Superb sound. Stay in tune. High quality.
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