wildkat1 Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 Just picked up a beautiful Casino 65 and wanted some recommendations on string gauge. It is in need of new strings and I usually use Elixir 9-46 nanowebs on my electrics. Any suggestions are appreciated!! Thanks in advance..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweed2 Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 Just picked up a beautiful Casino 65 and wanted some recommendations on string gauge. It is in need of new strings and I usually use Elixir 9-46 nanowebs on my electrics. Any suggestions are appreciated!! Thanks in advance..... Congratulations on the new guitar. I play more rhythm, than lead, so I have a tendency to start with 10's, and depending on the guitar, will use 11's. I really like Tomastik Infelds, for my Casino, for a good blend between rock and jazz, but they are not the cheapest. I also tried Rickenbackers (Pick of the Rics) on my Dot, and like those, too. Really depends on what you're looking for your new toy, to do. Have fun, post pictures of your '65. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Versatile Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Great guitar....!! Casino's and ES330's can be strung to suit style of music and personal preference.... With due regard to playing action and neck relief....9's, 10's, 11's and even 12's could be used.... I have used Elixir 11's and D'Addario 10's (not sure which spec) Other brands Rotosound and Newtone are also of good quality V Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis G Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 I am by no means any sort of "string snob". That said, I have an 8 year old Elitist Casino, as well as a Dot, Wildkat, and other mfgrs guitars as well, BUT, Epi recommends 10-46 on their elec's, and that's pretty much what I've used. Mfgr may vary, but I read some time ago (on the internet so it must be true, right?) that D'Addario makes about 80% of other mfgr's strings (albeit to their own specs). I've been on a "string quest" for a while now, and have been through Elixirs, Brite Wires, Cleatones, etc. All I can add is to go with what sounds and feels good to you. BTW I'm a home only player, not a pro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildkat1 Posted November 29, 2018 Author Share Posted November 29, 2018 Thanks everybody for your input......I guess to clarify I should be asking what gauge/brand could provide the best tone for the Elitist Casino??!! I'm going to use a set of Elixir 10-46's and see what happens! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revolution Six Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 The Casino is a cool guitar, mine (Elixir 10-46) : Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larsongs Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 Elixer should be fine... As are D 'Addarios & others... .I prefer Round .010's.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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