King Freddie Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 I just get a Gibson LG2 from 1960. I like the neck more than the 1950 and older width and profile. I tried different sets of strings from my reserve but as I play on Martin Rosewood OM models, maybe I need to change and adapt my preferences to this new guitar. On this LG2 I shall play mainly blues. After trial and errors, the 11-52 gauge sets feel better from my kind of playing. I now hesitate between 80/20 and Phosphor bronze ... As I have some Martin and D'addario sets in stock, I tried them. But what is your opinions on the Gibson Masterbuilt Premium 80/20 Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings Gibson Masterbuilt Premium Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings These 2 sets are new to me. But maybe have you other suggestions ? Many Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stubee Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 I like plain old D'Ad EJ-16s on my '53. Never tried lighter, did run EJ-17s & it was a cannon with those but a bit more top lift than I like to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Morton Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 Try them both! 80/20 will be a bit brighter and the Phosphor Bronze will be a little warmer sounding. Both will likely sound great just a little different. JM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustystrings Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 When I had a '60 LG-2, I used Guild Phosphor Bronze light gauge, 12-53 or whatever they were in the 80s. Later on I switched over to D'Addario PB light gauge, and towards the end I was using John Pearse Phosphor Bronze light gauge strings. FWIW, if I had that guitar back today I would string it with John Pearse 960L Pure Nickels in the 12-54 gauge. They will feel lighter than the bronze ones in the same size, and you will be shocked by how loud and clear the guitar will be. I recommend them also because the guy who taught me what I know of acoustic blues used to rave about the old Gibson Mona-Steel strings. I also think the clarity those strings provide will work well with the perfect balance of an LG-2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EuroAussie Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 Pyramids lights work great on mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Working Mans Blue Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 I also prefer daddario ej lights on mine.the gibson mb strings are actually pretty good but they don't last for more than a day or two for me. As far as the difference between 80/20 and pb. 80/20s are brighter but only for the first day or so, after that they are actually warmer than pbs of the same brand. They both will sound good most likely, I prefer pbs on most guitars though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluesKing777 Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 I was having problems with the Gibson MBs on my 1959 LG3 - too bright with a ping - so I tried the dreaded Elixirs and it is...perfect. Took the nasty ring out of it. I usually have those Gibson MBs on everything, but couldn't get them working on the LG3, which has a strange nylon saddle, I believe. BluesKing777. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisM Posted May 1, 2014 Share Posted May 1, 2014 John Pearse PB lights for me 1943 all mahogany LG-2 for reference Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Working Mans Blue Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 I was having problems with the Gibson MBs on my 1959 LG3 - too bright with a ping - so I tried the dreaded Elixirs and it is...perfect. Took the nasty ring out of it. I usually have those Gibson MBs on everything, but couldn't get them working on the LG3, which has a strange nylon saddle, I believe. BluesKing777. I think I know exactly what your talking about. The masterbilts have some kind of weird metallic sounding overtone on some guitars. I noticed it on my eastman parlor guitar and the j45, but not on my lg2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bram99 Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 I have tried many different brands, alloys, and gauges on my LG-2 and have settled on Gibson MB 80/20s... The LG-2 is not shy in the trebles and midrange, and coupled with PBs, too brassy for me. 80/20s start off even more so, but quickly die to a warm mellowness. Month old 80/20s played with bare fingers brings out the best tones in my LG-2 . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flatbaroque Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 Gday Your Highness King Freddy. I've got a 1951 LG-2 currently sporting Martin 80/ 20's as i got them for a present. I'm normally just a D'Addario lights bloke..EJ-16's. So at first I wasn't so fussed on the 80/20's but after a week I liked them fine.Had them on for months now I confess. I think they have a good longevity to my ears...fingerpicking bare fingers mainly but ok with a pick too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaac Hunt Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 I have tried many different brands, alloys, and gauges on my LG-2 and have settled on Gibson MB 80/20s... The LG-2 is not shy in the trebles and midrange, and coupled with PBs, too brassy for me. 80/20s start off even more so, but quickly die to a warm mellowness. Month old 80/20s played with bare fingers brings out the best tones in my LG-2 . Same results on my Custom shop B-25, but especially with well played in 80/20 Mediums, tuned a half step down. Same tension as lights then, but the extra mass brings this guitar alive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarrr Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 I use either JohnPearse PB Lights or EJ16s on my 59' LG3 (all mahog). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mking Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Put on the same strings you currently use on your acoustic guitar(s) and you will be happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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