Notes_Norton Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 I have a gig today, so I don't have time to read all the responses, so pardon me if I repeat what has already been posted. I change my strings once a month. If I wasn't gigging, I might go two months, but no longer. A year on a set of strings is much too long. If you are playing your guitar regularly, two months is max. I use D'Addario strings for three reasons (1) I like the way the sound and (2) I like the environmentally friendly packaging and (3) the packaging also keeps them from corroding before I put them on (I live in a damp environment). Notes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shnate McDuanus Posted January 28, 2011 Author Share Posted January 28, 2011 I have a gig today, so I don't have time to read all the responses, so pardon me if I repeat what has already been posted. I change my strings once a month. If I wasn't gigging, I might go two months, but no longer. A year on a set of strings is much too long. If you are playing your guitar regularly, two months is max. For the last time, I have NEVER gone this long without changing strings before. Why doesn't anyone seem to get this? I'm not asking for lectures on how often to replace strings--I already know all of this stuff, but there were extenuating circumstances involved. That's not what the point of my post was. I use D'Addario strings for three reasons (1) I like the way the sound and (2) I like the environmentally friendly packaging and (3) the packaging also keeps them from corroding before I put them on (I live in a damp environment). Notes Well, good for you, and good for D'Addario strings, and good for the state of Florida. This thread is done, as far as I'm concerned, since nobody can give me a straight recommendation without getting on my case about something that, time and again, I have explained that I already understand. One year is too long to go with the same set of strings. I know, I know, I KNOW. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milod Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Hey, I'm not kidding... try Elixirs. If your technique does not include hard picking on the wrapped strings, they do well. I've had exceptional luck with them. When not Elixir at this point in time mostly I've worn Ernies, especially on the SG with 8-38s. The DR Zebras 9-42 work quite well on the AE guitars. Classical... I almost hate to admit this but the last dozen years or so, any name brand that is inexpensive will go onto the mid 1970s AE Ovation Country Artist. m Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shnate McDuanus Posted January 28, 2011 Author Share Posted January 28, 2011 Hey, I'm not kidding... try Elixirs. If your technique does not include hard picking on the wrapped strings, they do well. I've had exceptional luck with them. When not Elixir at this point in time mostly I've worn Ernies, especially on the SG with 8-38s. The DR Zebras 9-42 work quite well on the AE guitars. Classical... I almost hate to admit this but the last dozen years or so, any name brand that is inexpensive will go onto the mid 1970s AE Ovation Country Artist. m Well, I may as well try out a set of Elixirs. Although...the EBs are cheaper, and I am pretty much dirt poor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenced Fred Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Well, I may as well try out a set of Elixirs. Although...the EBs are cheaper, and I am pretty much dirt poor. Dunlops are fairly cheap, usually the GC by me always has a sale for 3 sets for 9.99 Just sayin, I'm a Dunlop fanboy. Shoot me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenced Fred Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Well, I may as well try out a set of Elixirs. Although...the EBs are cheaper, and I am pretty much dirt poor. Dunlops are fairly cheap, usually the GC by me always has a sale for 3 sets for 9.99 Just sayin, I'm a Dunlop fanboy. Shoot me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShredAstaire Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 So nice he said it twice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Bill Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 So nice he said it twice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenced Fred Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 So nice he said it twice! Damn double posts Shut up Shred, I own you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milod Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Hey, Ernies are cool... I keep three or four sets of 'em on hand most of the time, 2 for backup on the SG, 1 each for the 175 and 1 for the Dot; but that's also behind an extra set of Elixirs for the Dot and 175. But getting strings for me always is "mail order" so I keep more on hand. If you're gentle on the Elixirs, they do last two to three times longer than Ernies, so in ways that's economical. OTOH, I've been there and $4-$5 bucks can be the decision 'stedda $10. m Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenced Fred Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 So I'm reading over posts on here, playing my guitar, and a string snaps **** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shnate McDuanus Posted January 28, 2011 Author Share Posted January 28, 2011 So I'm reading over posts on here, playing my guitar, and a string snaps **** Don't ya hate when that happens? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenced Fred Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Don't ya hate when that happens? Karmas all whore Strings are like condoms. Well, not really, but you don't want either to break while you're performing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swleary Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 I haven't broke a string in 5 years or so years. I use Ernie Balls but before that I used Gibson,dean markley's and D'Arrio (sp?)...I'd suggest a guitar setup and it could be technique too. I do remember I had an Ibanez that liked to cough out strings a few years back. I took it in and had a proper setup done on it. It was a misaligned bridge that was causing it. I try to stay on the light side of picking too, I've always been a light player. Picking and bending lightly may make the difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShredAstaire Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 I change mine about once/month and (knock on wood)...i have NEVER broken a string....and i am a heavy picker. I do use Ernie Ball Not So Slinky's...11's but still... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MojoRedFoot Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 So let me get this straight, XDemonknight. You haven't changed your strings in a year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shnate McDuanus Posted January 28, 2011 Author Share Posted January 28, 2011 I am so done with this ******* forum. Thanks a lot everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShredAstaire Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Aw i think Mojo was just teasing everyone else about saying the same thing over and over - hence the pic he posted. It's all good XD! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raine Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Your jumper on the bridge does not default, as a tip? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimbabig Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 I am so done with this ******* forum. Thanks a lot everyone. good riddance Jk, I love you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimbabig Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Karmas all whore Strings are like condoms. Well, not really, but you don't want either to break while you're performing Your all whore, and nice analogy or shall I say analorgy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPguitarman Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 I hate breaking strings too. Replace the whole set when one does break, however it has been a long long time(knock on wood). Ernie Ball 10's for me. Don't go XDemon, you will be missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenced Fred Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Your all whore, and nice analogy or shall I say analorgy Kind of uncalled for What the hell happened to Fuzzbabig? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dem00n Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 You guys are ******s, seriously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MojoRedFoot Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 I am so done with this ******* forum. Thanks a lot everyone. Dude, you know I was messin with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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