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(06/30/09 3:06 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Tags : None This question has probably been asked before but do coated strings really make a big difference. I know they say they will last longer. Are they easier on the fingers?
geeterpicker		#1	[-]
(06/30/09 3:33 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	They are not for everyone. I use them (D'Adarrio EXPs) all the time and like the longevity provided. I also like that the strings feel slick and don't get sticky in hot weather - no finger snagging. Plain strings are fine, too, but the die quickly and I don't like dead strings. The new EXPs have a lot more ring than they used to, but are not as sleek in feel. Brian
JeffDodson		#2	[-]
(06/30/09 6:57 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I don't think the coating plays a part on finger ease.......pushing down is pushing down. I think using coated strings has more to do with longevity and personal preference to sound and string noise. I use Elixir Nanoweb (Medium Phosphor Bronze) for a good in-between type string. Not heavy coated and not plain metal. For me these provide superior sound with LONG lasting effects. Depending on your fingertips (callouses sp?), coated strings may cause less "impression" on your fingers, but I think it's negligible. 1970 D-28 2002 D-18GE Sunburst 2003 D-28 Del McCoury Limited Edition
kmacguitar	What Jeff said except...	#3	[-]
(07/01/09 2:01 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	they do improve string drag and make it easier to play, not as noticable as compared to dirty regular strings but still easier, and another vote for Elixer PB nano medium, and oh yes, it's been discussed before this thread, Kerry
MudslideTim		#4	[-]
(07/01/09 2:47 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Personally, I like them. IMHO- they take a little longer to break in but they have staying power and I like the tone. I use the Elixer Nanoweb's Cheers, MST
MassWineGuy		#5	[-]
(07/01/09 3:59 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I dislike Elixers a lot, but the EXPs I installed recently sound pretty darned good.
kcoyner		#6	[-]
(07/01/09 5:16 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I use them (D'Adarrio EXPs) all the time I am currently trying these strings out. I never liked Elixer's because of the feel. The EXPs are doing a good job except that I seem to have a little trouble with them staying in tune. Nothing drastic, I just notice that I am tweaking the strings a little more than I'm used too. Anyone else notice anything out of the ordinary with EXPs??? I've tried the PBs and they lasted about a month of heavy playing. I currently have 80/20s and for Mahogany, I like them better. I'm still not convinced they are the best strings for the money, but at the sale price that I bought these, I would probably do it again. k
Topographic		#7	[-]
(07/02/09 7:46 AM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	The thing about coated strings is that occasionally you'll get a string that doesn't hold pitch consistently up the fretboard. When I used Nanos a lot, the D or A string occasionally would start to go flat around the 6th or 7th fret; it was extremely weird, and it made it impssible to play in tune above the 6th fret. I'd take it off, put a new string on, and all was good. Again, it happened very rarely, but it did happen...I've never experienced that with uncoated strings. http://www.myspace.com/howardgloria
jscio		#8	[-]
(07/02/09 3:10 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Me, I like Elixir PB's and use them interchangably with D'Addario PB's. Just depends on the mood I'm in at change time. Some folks really hate them and think it makes their guitars sound like they're strung up with stretched skunk's nuts. Just personal preference I guess.
mudpuppy55		#9	[-]
(07/03/09 8:54 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	"Just personal preference I guess." Exactly....in recent years these preferences may have shifted a little, mine sure have. Necturus maculosus (A.K.A. mudpuppy) Chuck, Mi.
ebroesicke		#10	[-]
(07/03/09 9:14 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	just put on the elixer nano's (2008 D-28) and so far i like them. first impression is that they are not as "bright" out of the package as non coated, but still nice. they don't seem as "sticky" either. it is a different feel than non-coated for sure.
Howard Klepper		#11	[-]
(07/03/09 9:41 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Like taking a shower with a raincoat on.
FoolForWood		#12	[-]
(07/04/09 6:23 AM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Howard, I think I've heard that one before, but I believe it was in a slightly different context. Henk
asguitar1		#13	[-]
(07/04/09 7:02 AM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	I switched to EXP strings because new strings are hard to get down here in Bolivia. I can not tell the difference between the EXP16 and uncoated strings other than they last so much longer. I couldn't be happier. 2001 JC-16RGTE 2005 Santa Cruz OM Short Scale Mahogany 2005 LX1 1997 Epiphone Broadway 1999 Gamboa Charango
TChristianHD28		#14	[-]
(07/04/09 11:01 AM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Biting my lip... Let's leave it at, "they're not for me." In a recent poll, Forum members prefer uncoated strings by well more than two to one. Chris "Fear The Dreads!" HD-28, D-18, LX-175, LXM, Tele, Dano, Alvarez
kydave		#15	[-]
(07/04/09 11:04 AM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Coated strings: They suck, but they suck longer! No difference on the fingers, IMO. Kentucky Dave's Martins: 00-28H (2006 Custom); SP000-16R (1999 Special Edition); 0000-28H (1999); D-28 (1971) myspace.davetrabue and beargrasscreek Piraticus 13:7 , , <> ^^^
TChristianHD28		#16	[-]
(07/04/09 4:04 PM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	If you're just tuning in, here is the poll. Chris "Fear The Dreads!" HD-28, D-18, LX-175, LXM, Tele, Dano, Alvarez
imwjl		#17	[-]
(07/08/09 9:08 AM) Reply Quote More My Recent Posts Message Me Connection Blocking Invite Ignore User's Posts	Playing a different diameter or guitar are what can make things easier on my finger - lighter set, shorter scale length. I would be in the camp that is not consistent. I didn't like Elixirs as much as others but I use EXPs for extended life in summer and convenience where I get a set that plays 2-3 times longer than EJs. One observation has been that round core strings have good life and they play well. I have used DR Sunbeam most of the time and just got the more expensive Newtone round core strings but haven't tried them yet due to the surprisingly long life of the new formula EXPs. The comment on keeping tune or intonation going up the neck is interesting because I think some sets are better than others but have wondered if it's round core vs. treated that are better about it. Fresh strings are the real key where I am happier with a fresh set of $2.75 strings than dead set of $5-15 strings. Notes on round core: If you try round core pay attention to instructions where you do not cut them until they are wound and at tension as well as wind with care. It also seems to me that round core strings need to sit on the guitar a bit or are not at their best until they've settled for an hour or few. My suggestion is to try different strings.

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