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How to choose Classical Guitar Strings | Part 3 | Guitarist Colin Davin explains
Great tips for classical guitar players from one of the upcoming and exciting talents - concert guitarist Colin Davin. Colin talks to Mark Cohen about what to listen for in classical guitar strings and how to choose them effectively See the Part 1 and Part 2 videos for more tips from Colin.
Part 1 - Colin Davin's tips on string changing: ua-cam.com/video/YBZIMImG-nw/v-deo.html
Part 2 - Colin Davin on different tensions and materials: ua-cam.com/video/24EOqjwmOjM/v-deo.html
For a full discussion on all three video Parts, read the article: www.nylonplucks.com/stringtheory
Part 1 - Colin Davin's tips on string changing: ua-cam.com/video/YBZIMImG-nw/v-deo.html
Part 2 - Colin Davin on different tensions and materials: ua-cam.com/video/24EOqjwmOjM/v-deo.html
For a full discussion on all three video Parts, read the article: www.nylonplucks.com/stringtheory
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String tensions and materials | Part 2 | Guitarist Colin Davin explains
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Great tips for classical guitar players from one of the upcoming and exciting talents - concert guitarist Colin Davin. Colin talks to Mark Cohen of NylonPlucks on low, medium and high tension classical guitar strings as also various materials like nylon and carbon. See the Part 1 video on when to change your strings, how frequently, how to make a new set of strings settle in quickly and other t...
How and when to change classical guitar strings | Concert guitarist Colin Davin's advice
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Great tips for classical guitar players from one of the upcoming and exciting talents in the field - Colin Davin. Colin talks to Mark Cohen of NylonPlucks on everything to do with classical guitar strings. When to change them, how frequently does he himself do it, how to make a new set of strings settle in quickly and other tips. Part II - String tensions and materials: ua-cam.com/video/4bx0eyx...
Better than the Murata? New Woodside Guitar Support Review
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Classical guitarist Mark Cohen reviews the new Woodside guitar support. Mark discusses the various types of guitar supports out there - cushions, clamp-based, magnet-based and suction-based supports. The Woodside support is a clamp-based one comparable to the popular Murata guitar support. See Mark's earlier review of the Neck-Up suction cup-based guitar support: ua-cam.com/video/ZQUmxLIWFms/v-...
Aquila Alabastro Review | Mark Cohen | Nylon Plucks
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Following his earlier string reviews (see links below), classical guitarist Mark Cohen reviews the unique Aquila Alabastro classical guitar strings. In this review, Mark plays the same Sor Study he played when he reviewed other string brands earlier mentioned below for easy comparison. He seems to be happy with the Aquila's E string, a rare thing for him to do. You can find Mark's earlier strin...
Mark reviews D’Addario TNH-3T Titanium Trebles Review | Mark Cohen | Nylon Plucks Titanium
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Following his earlier string reviews (see links below), classical guitarist Mark Cohen reviews D’Addario’s Titanium Trebles half-set which he paired with his existing D’Addario HT basses. In this review, Mark plays the same Sor Study he played when he reviewed other string brands earlier mentioned below for easy comparison. He seems to be happy with the E string (finally!). You can find his ear...
Savarez 520J HT Rectified Nylon Trebles Review | Mark Cohen | Nylon Plucks
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Classical guitarist Mark Cohen reviews rectified nylon trebles from the Savarez 520J set. It is the Savarez 520J (wrongly supered in the video as 520RJ). He illustrates the sonic properties of the Savarez set on hi Marcus Dominelli guitar. Do subscribe to our channel for more engaging discussions like this on the classical guitar. For more details, visit www.nylonplucks.com/strings . Mark expla...
La Bella 2001 HT Classical Guitar Strings Review | Nylon Plucks
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Classical guitarist Mark Cohen reviews the popular La Bella 2001 High Tension strings on his Marcus Dominelli guitar. He discusses why he went with high tension (or hard tension) as his choice, how he found the strings and some corrective measures he intends taking. He also plays the same Sor Study he played when he reviewed the Augustine Paragon Blue HT stings a few weeks ago. You can watch bo...
Classical Guitar Tie Block Review | By Nylon Plucks
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Classical guitarist Jeffrey Chan reviews his favorite Rosette DiamondSecure String Ties/Tieblock System for classical guitar . He discusses its advantages especially if you have a lower saddle and how it increases the break angle at the saddle. For more discussion on string beads in general and what exactly they affect, go to www.nylonplucks.com/beads. String beads are not just ornamental, they...
Classical guitar for small hands | Cordoba C10 Parlor Review | Nylon Plucks
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Classical guitarist Jeffrey Chan reviews the Cordoba C10 Parlor classical guitar. It is one of his favorite guitars to play even though he originally bought it for his daughter. It is among the leading options if you're looking for a 7/8 size guitar (630 mm scale length). For more reviews of 7/8 classical guitars besides the C10 Parlor, go to www.nylonplucks.com/parlor. There are popular and gr...
Classical guitar for children | Guitar teacher explains | Nylon Plucks
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Classical guitarist Mark Cohen talks to a passionate teacher of classical guitar to children of all ages, Donna Zitzelberger. Donna shares her experience about small scale guitars: 3/4 size, 1/2 size and 7/8 size and what works well with different children. For an in-depth review of 3/4 size classical guitars go to www.nylonplucks.com/kids. We discuss features and details of 6 popular models of...
Cordoba C10 Review | By Nylon Plucks
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Classical guitarist Roger Ramirez reviews his Cordoba C10. For full details of features and comparisons go to www.nylonplucks.com/c10 and see notes, photos and links to latest prices. It will help you decide if the C10 is the right one for you. You can end up like Roger, very happy with your choice ;) This video is brought to you by NylonPlucks.
Augustine Paragon High Tension Classical Guitar Strings Review | Nylon Plucks
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Classical guitarist Mark Cohen reviews carbon and high tension classical guitar strings in general and the Augustine Paragon Blue High Tension strings in particular. He demos them on his luthier guitar. As Mark says, you can look at many string options and their features at www.nylonplucks.com/strings. Major brands of classical guitar strings like D'Addario, Savarez, Hannabach and others are re...
Sageworks Guitar Support Review | NylonPlucks
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Classical guitarist Jeffrey Chan reviews the Sageworks classical guitar support is known for its stability using magnets. He discusses its strengths as well its drawbacks and things to watch for. As Jeffrey says, you can look at more guitar support options and reviews and prices at www.nylonplucks.com/supports. As many as 7 modern classical guitar supports are reviewed there with videos, buying...
Ergoplay Troster Guitar Support Review | NylonPlucks
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Classical guitarist Jeffrey Chan reviews the popular Ergoplay Troster classical guitar support that he has been using for over ten years. This is one of two guitar supports from Ergoplay - the other being the Tappert - to replace the old-fashioned footstool. As Jeffrey says, you can look at more guitar support options and reviews at www.nylonplucks.com/supports. As many as 7 modern classical gu...
How to buy a luthier-made guitar | Marcus Dominelli, German Vasquez Rubio and Peter Tsiorba guitars
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How to buy a luthier-made guitar | Marcus Dominelli, German Vasquez Rubio and Peter Tsiorba guitars
NeckUp Classical Guitar Support Review | By NylonPlucks
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NeckUp Classical Guitar Support Review | By NylonPlucks
Learn Classical Guitar From 6 All-time Great Method Books | NylonPlucks
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Learn Classical Guitar From 6 All-time Great Method Books | NylonPlucks
Easy Song for Classical Guitar | Andantino by J.Kuffner | By NylonPlucks
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Easy Song for Classical Guitar | Andantino by J.Kuffner | By NylonPlucks
3 Easy Songs for Classical Guitar | Easy to Read Music | By NylonPlucks
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3 Easy Songs for Classical Guitar | Easy to Read Music | By NylonPlucks
Andantino alla Siciliana | M Giuliani | Narayan Kumar
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Andantino alla Siciliana | M Giuliani | Narayan Kumar
Yes the main problem with these supports as far as I can see is the suction pads they simply will not stay on the guitar
Greetings sir. I actually found out this is due to a naming convention. Rectification of a string would likely mean that the impurities and irregularities would be taken out after the extrusion, like D'Addario laser rectification. On the other side, we have these rough strings which are called "rectified", even though they don't feature a different rectification process than other strings. Quite strange. Best regards
Nice! Very esoteric feeling. Love the background, we all play for the universe to enjoy.
I love the Troster, it came with 2 adhesive backed plastic sheets which I used on my Cordoba. It is easy and fast to attach or remove. I like the neck pretty high so it works well for me.
I don't know why it sounds so distorted. Is it due to your recording equipment? It can't be due go your guitar. I have used it on cheap Yamaha C40, it sounds good.
Savarez 520R is very good string, especially the plastic-wound G string. Many people don't like because it slows them down, but I found it ok when you are used to it. The brightness of it is simply a winner. Carbon strings are nylon strings. They are the fluorocarbon polymer, which is stiffer. That's why they are called 'carbon' as marketing gimmick. Being stiffer, they are brighter. But there is also a polymer derived from sugar molecule, called nylgut. It is also brighter because it is more brittle. It is this brittleness that causes the premature snap. Aquila Sugar is made of this material.
That is the brand I use. It's very good. 😂
Student guitar? That's a of money for a student. A solid top Cordoba C3m (under £300 GBP) is more affordable for the student. This lovely C10 can be the next level further along the journey.
Parlor guitars are not just for small hands or young people....... some of us bigger adults want one with a short scale for an easier time of it when stretching, or a smaller body to play whilst sitting on the couch, or for use as a convenient songwriting tool, instead of a great big Gibson jumbo!
Great video! I appreciate your comments, opinions and playing. Would you happen to know what strings came with the Yamaha SLG100N Silent Guitar. I had to replace them and have not been able to find any similar. They sounded and felt great. The treble strings were a milky white color and they had a tiny thin red plastic tip at the end of the string. They also felt more like a steel string than a nylon string. If you have any thoughts on which strings you think they may be I would really appreciate. Thank you!
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Danke . Nach dieser Vorstellung habe ich diese Aquila Alabastro auf meine Gitarre ( La Mancha Opalo SX ) aufgezogen. Ich bin glücklich mit dieser neuen Saiten Auswahl.
A warning regarding the ErgoPlay support. It works well but the suction cups would not adhere to my satin finish Taylor Academy guitar. They work well on a gloss finish but not on a satin finish.
They don't they don't work on any guitars it's there main problem. We need an alternative to suction cups
Would these scratch or damage the gloss of the guitar
Over a long period of time it would make a slight frosty sort of patina at the edge where you grip the guitar. But it would be very slight. Key point is to remove the support when not using it. In our experience, very little impact to the finish.
So, 'rectified' merely means, through a certain process, the string is, after initial extrusion, 're-extruded' or some how shaven to remove 'mountains and valleys' along its length, making the string nearest to perfectly contoured throughout, in turn retaining the best intonation on each note along it.. Yes ?
Thank you
Thank you
Hi, thanks for the video but what about doing away with supports and footstools altogether and hold the guitar across your body with the bottom of the guitar on your right lap steadied by the right arm like Scott Tenant and Michael Chapdelaine ? It looks entirely natural and comfortable, probably would take some getting used to but I think it would be better for posture and also would eventually feel great. I have started to try that and it feels good and right to play in that position. I have tried supports but they can’t quite seem to be able to position the guitar central across your body, they are either one side or another.
thats sort of the point, the guiar isn't supposed to sit straight acrossed your body, because you actually have to roll your shoulder over your instrument much further this way, and while some musicians might make it look natural, it probably has more to do with habit and playing style then ergonomics, and if you arent already doing it, there isn't a point to force yourself to play with the instrument in this fashion, often the seat you use will not be the perfect hight or even the same hight every time, so with foot pedals or these supports, it allows the player in any environment to elevate their insturment into a position that allows them a sturdy and memorable "base" to begin from, and then they can shift around from this ergonomic position, if the player starts with the instrument flat across them and sittin with both feet straight, they are unlikely to be playing with any sort of feel or doing any sort of precision playing or fingerstyle, because the instrument is just often going to be too far away from the body if it sits all the way down on the lap without having some angle to it. thats why its an exception to see players do that and not a rule, and what is more important that the "perfect" position, is to do physical therapy, and don't play in any position for more that 20 or 30 mins without a break. i have to shift all over to different spots, and i am battling pain more for the fact that I don't do enough corrective and strengthening to combat the playing and sitting that i do. So exercise more and take breaks, relax your breath and try to catch yourself slouching, if the position you begin in has your slouching over, you are not going to be able to correct it by putting a stick in your back and trying to fight your natural posture, you will need to be posturally accurate, and what you will notice is the musicians you reference are old school. old school individuals have a naturally more upright posture because of the lack of technology that has us looking down and slouching, so don't try to be something you aren't because you saw it on tv. Pedals and footstools are necessary and very helpful in this.
@@Lagger-HD The way I described across the body with the guitar on right thigh, clutching the guitar without support ie Scott Tenant’s position now-I find it the best because nearly all other forms we have the problem that the feet are not firmly on the floor evenly and one has to cater for guitar going in between the legs, which creates unevenness. With this form it is comfortable as both feet are aligned together with feet firmly rooted on the ground and the sound hole is naturally aligned with the hands. It even in my opinion seems to resonate the guitar better as the body is almost hugging it across the chest. I feel grounded and much more comfortable with this way. No temptation to play with toes lifted or anything like that, even with supports it seems to generate uneven positions like that with the tendency to raise the guitar with lifting your right ankle or tendency to want to bring the guitar closer. Footstools especially had been troublesome to me in creating this tension and unevenness. Yes agreed with what you are saying about breaks and relaxing though very important. I am naturally not very good at guitar, as a result have been adjusting my form experimenting more than anyone else would in my opinion. If one is naturally good one doesn’t question the way it has always been done as they don’t have to question their guitar positioning and ergonomics as much as someone who can’t quite get to grips and feel at ease with the instrument 😊
I also feel this is the most natural position, holding the guitar this way feels like a natural embrace. Check out also Flavio Sala and Ricardo Gallén, they also rest the guitar on their right thigh (Ricardo, with legs crossed like flamenco guitarists) and play like nobody’s business…!!!
@@Soberan yes agree but the cross legged position I find I found is quite uncomfortable as you have to lean over like with most flamenco players. For me it has to be on the right thigh but steadied by the right arm in some way with pads on the back of the guitar as well as the butt to stop it sliding of the body. Michael Chapdelaine adopted this really well also seems common with South American players not so much (but some) flamenco players.
Great summary of lesson books. I like that way you included examples from each book playing in the background during discussions. This tells me you've actually tried them, which makes your advice all the more interesting. I would have never considered the Julio Sagreras book before listening to your review. You have changed my mind! Great explanation of the Scott Tennant book, in the past I didn't see much sense in using it.
Thankyou-very informative, I'm half way through Noad's Volume 1 which combined with Tizoc Estrada UA-cam videos is great way to learn. The other books I'm using for technique are Kappel (The Bible of Classical Guitar Technique), Gilbert Biberian (Liber -the Book of Guitar, Vol.1) & Scott Tennant (Pumping Nylon)
I had a hard time seeing what you were doing, but thanks for the video. Does the curved edge go up or face down? I thing the flat surface is up? I am currently using the String Tie brand (from Tenor in Germany) and they seem to be working well, but may use the Rosette Diamond Secures on my other guitar.
A very good review, to the point and had everything needed. Especially appreciated your insightful reference to the vector forces! Once I saw you set it up for play, have to agree with you.
By the way, how tall are you? I'm just 5'4" and a heavy guy with thick thighs. I wonder if this contraction will work for me. Thank you for your informative video. 🤔
I was using a foot stool since I was a kid (64 now). I got one of these and I like it better (more comfortable) but it requires you to readjust your learning of the hand placement. I find myself trying to reassure myself that my left hand is on the strings they are supposed to be on are correct. I'm sure it will adjust eventually,
Thank you for your review of this. I currently have a Cordoba Dolce (which is a 7/8). Same dimensional specs, nut, etc. Shorter scale. I am thinking of going with the the normal or higher tension. Your C10 definitely has an overall much better tone (although your playing adds a lot to the difference I am hearing - for the better I mean, of course). I do not play classical guitar pieces, but love the sound of this guitar (and my dolce). I play folk music, mostly from the 50s - 80s. My style is my own and when I hear people tell me I ought to play classical pieces with the guitar I kind of cringe.
8:00 Just teaching how to save money on treble strings. Sorry string companies, trebles lasts way way longer than bass strings. It is what it is.
What's that buzz? Seems your neck is slightly off at the pocket or level frets slightly
Murata used to be called the AdjuStar in the 1980's.Been using mine since 1986. Make sure people know that vinyl melts lacquer finishes if the two come in contact.
Excellent review Narayan. Thank you & warm regards, Mark
Thanks Mark. Will definitely try these out.
They also sound great when played w/ a Pick.
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I love my C10 parlor. The sound has gotten better over the last few weeks. Sometimes I miss a string because I'm not used to the smaller size, but it's definitely easier to play.
I prefer the Paragon reds because they're not as bright as the blue, and the tension is higher than the D'addario normal tension. I feel like I've found the perfect string for me.
i screwed up, i have the C10 but not the C10 parlor guitar.
Hi Narayan, I enjoyed your interview in the CGC Academy podcast. These are very interesting recommendations. I particularly like the Sagreras Leccione. They are just amazing to play.
Thanks Shravan. Yes, the Sagreras edition is quite a rewarding choice for a player. Glad you enjoyed that interview as well :)
This was excellent and just what I needed. Sounds like 3-5K is the sweet spot for getting enough but not overspending (would be used in all likelihood).
I had to come back to this video and see what work and op. was the Sor Etude. My father plays it, it's amazing
Difference between C9 and C10 in Cordoba guitars, please? I'm looking a guitar to play bossa nova. Which one is the best choice? Spruce or Cedar?
C9 is solid mahogany back & sides, C10 is solid Indian rosewood. Neither cedar nor spruce or "better" than the other, simply different tools for different jobs. -Cedar: Darker, warmer tone. More bass & mid focused. Loses a bit of clarity vs. spruce -Spruce: Bright tone. Tight bass response, less bass "depth" vs. cedar. Clear and precise. Singing trebles Only way to know which you like more is to play both side-by-side.
More typical would probably be cedar for that dark mellow bossa nova jazz sound.
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I'm just a casual non-pro player. have never seen a foldable guitar rest for the thigh. Does that attach to the guitar with adhesive? I would be concerned about damaging the finish on my guitar. Also, I liked both strings but the Augustine sounded a little smoother and more pleasant. The La Bella were a little sharper and more pronounced.
They're so expensive in Canada... $1500USD
i own that guitar and your right , they are too expensive. if you look at concert guitars they are way way too expensive, i am not going to sell my car just to buy one. i will make do, with what i have. do your homework on the good , cheaper guitars, that will not break the bank. they are out there. good luck
Every GVR guitar I have ever played has been a brilliant guitar. From a 6000 dollar solista to a 2500 dollar estudio. Great great maker!
I found the extension to be needed and worked poorly. Quite glitchy and obviously an afterthought.
Is it unusual for the action at the 12 fret 3 mm ?
no
I personally think that the Aquila set you've reviewed did a far better job at Baroque than these stirngs, they sound quite 'plasticky' to me.
Thanks, Oleg. I love the Aquila company for their innovation, excellent customer service, and value. They are a breed apart for those who are willing to color outside of the lines. I've also moved away from the La Bella nylon strings, although they will always have a place in my heart as they are made in my hometown (from which I've also moved away).
@@markcohen8770 Hi Mark, wow, that's quite a personal relation, thanks for sharing. Of course, our tastes change over time, same goes for guitars, eventually one wants a new one instead of an older one to get better and enhance one's playing, though the selection process isn't always a simple one. No guitar or gear is perfect I guess, we just need to find what sounds best for what we play. Indeed, Aquila are a cool company and I do enjoy their strings, they're very well balanced and quite loud, some of them also have a sweet tone. The balance is, I guess, one of their main strengths, so that's great for playing classical/baroque. I've also used the Sor Op. 56No. 8 to test string separation, Sor was quite the guitar composer. By the way, have you tried Höfner strings? These are quite good, imo, at lest they've had a very good effect on a guitar from my own experience. Also worth a try are Knobloch strings - although a bit more expensive, they have a regular nylon (SN), brighter nylon (not sure of the material), QZ I believe, and a carbon version (CX). They also provide a good balance across the strings and sound good overall, from my experience.
@@Olegstuff21986 Thank you for sharing, Oleg! I've not tried Knobloch and I never heard of Hofner 🤐 (I've only shopped at Strings by Mail,,I'll have to check to see if I've just missed them). So far, when I want to spend a few more $$, I really like Hannabach 728 MT. When I don't want to splurge Augustine Imperial Blue. I'm also going to be trying Savarez NT Alliance with the "classic HT" basses soon, just to give the carbons one more chance 🙂. Thanks for the recommendations! As you note, these choices are somewhat personal & definitely guitar related (on my previous guitar I had to use carbon G for intonation reasons),
@@markcohen8770 Hello Mark, thanks for the recommendation of Hannabach, that's one brand I haven't really tried with my guitars, I guess I should delve into that. Are they very balanced from string to string? I'm sort of looking for that currently, or strings that could 'tighten up' a warmer guitar. The Savarez Alliance strings are pretty cool, very solid carbons that have a balanced and bright (clear) sound, also quite good for overly boomy guitars. I like Augustines in general, I think they're very solid, both the Imperials and the Classics, I haven't tried the Paragons yet. I find that both the Classics and the Imerials make the guitar sound pretty loud and improve the string to string balance. Cheers!
@@Olegstuff21986 The Hannabachs are quite well balanced on my guitar, Oleg 😉
Ain't no way I am going to tape magnets to my guitar
Geez that would get expensive 20 hrs
On my cordoba c10 spruce The stock savarez crystal corum were crazy plasticky and made me not like the guitar, tried Aquila alchemist but the intonation was off and I had a lot of unpleasant overtones on my my b and e strings I was getting ready to return the guitar when I saw they had sent me rectified la Bella trebles and basses and all I can say is wow It is so woody anf sweet, sounds like gut, no plasticity at all and since I play with flesh that’s huge Most strings are too percussive and muddy for me They are three perfect strings
Great to hear, David! Rectified trebles are fantastic for nail-less plucking. Hope you and your Cordoba have a sonorous 2022!
I've used them for a few years now. Ready to order a third set. On the treble strings, I swell the end tip a little using a Bic lighter... creating a micro ball shape. It's less likely to slip under tension this way. The treble strings, I only loop once through the string beads.
Thats a great tip, its worked well for me 😊