Who knew there were different strings lol? ***ME***. Very new to guitar lessons, 3 weeks in, so now I'm looking forward to the day I can play well enough that I'm looking for new strings. As always Lauren, thankyou for the videos, and cheers all.
Yay for d’adario. I found out depending on the guitar , the string size makes a huge difference. I tried lights on my epiphone teaxan inspired and it sounded horrible. It was like a hallow tin can sound :( I was confused, but after throwing mediums back on, it just sounded right. It was weird but I learned something. Great video
Thank you, Lauren. I asked the music store that I bought an Ibanez semi-hollow electric from about strings since Ibanez specs listed 10-52 thousandths (inch diameter, or gauge), no brand spec, and they recommended NYXL 10-47, so I picked up a set of those and the same set of Reverend Willie's strings to try when the time comes. William F. Gibbons explained that he started out thinking he needed to play with bigger strings for a bigger sound, until B.B. King watched him on stage, and told him that he didn't need to work so hard, so he settled on 7 gauge string sets. Andy Taylor Powers said, in a guest appearance on Taylor Guitars Primetime, "Picks & Strings", to 'think of strings for your guitar like tires for your car.' (There's a song lyric.) It depends on what you want to do with it. There are so many options, and not all are in the big Sweetwater "Wish Book" that came in the mail April 1, 2021. Working Level 1... Musician friends agree, after I tell them about your workbook introduction to the course, "Yes, that's the kind of instructor we need after being away from music for twenty years (or more)." Sending praise for finding this course and instructor...
I've tried many acoustic strings and have found I like the D'Addario XS Phosphor Bronze medium. Love the way they sound on my Epiphone Hummingbird Pro sound. Seem to stay in tune and they last longer than others I've used.
I have played the blues for some time now, but the bending was a little dead not feeling to "Joe Bonamassa" , so I gave a try on .09 Hybrid and the game changed. I thought was something wrong with my amp at first but now even a little bedroom amp does the show. Thank you so much for your time.
Out of 36 yrs things have changed brands like Martin fell behind and Ernie Ball went to the top. I use Ernie Ball Light .10 on acoustic and . 09 to .08 on electric. I started with medium and unknowingly it created strength. Merry Christmas.
@@gregoryb2999 Hey, I picked up a set of Rev. Willie's strings for my beginner semi-hollow electric (10s), and yeah, I know the Rev. plays 7s, but I'm not ready to try his salsa, either.
Thank you Lauran, your videos have really helped me in learning guitar. I am having serious problem playing D major and thinking of changing my strings.
I've been playing for about 2 years (started when I was already old) and have found the best strings for me on my acoustic are the same 12's that you prefer. My first acoustic was really poorly set up (and I did not know any better) so barre chords were impossible. I now have a much better acoustic - Martin - and have it set up properly. Still no expert on barre chords but a darn sight easier with the right strings and the good set up. Before going to the Martin I bought a Strat. This with 9 - 42's made practicing so much easier and I could at least have a go at barre chords. I'm not power chord guy so the 42's are fine for the low end. Thanks for the video!
I have very sensitive hands where my fingers are prone to tendinitis, so I always use _ultra light_ strings on my acoustic and electric guitars, typically 10 or lighter gauge on the former, and 8 gauge on the latter. I do have a preference for D’Addario Strings for both, but I also really enjoy 8-42 Ernie Ball Electric Strings.
Yes, you are correct - Strings are totally subjective. I found that going to a lighter string makes it easier for me to play. I use .011-.052 - .010 are too light for acoustic for me, but I do use .010 on Electric guitar. I find .009 too light & slinky. I’ve experimented a lot with strings. Elixirs will last longer than D’Addario’s because they’re coated. Only catch - Yes, Elixirs are expensive. So, you might go through the same amount of D’Addario’s money-wise as one set of Elixirs.
I can see how tone could be compromised on acoustic guitars because that's the source of the sound. However, on an electric guitar, you can alter the sound with your amplifier, especially if you use a modelling amp like I do. I can make sevens sound like twelves if I want to by turning knobs on my amp. I personally use nines in most cases but I have to admit that sevens practically play themselves. I would caution people however that switching to lighter strings can require the action to be adjusted. This is because now there's more space between the thinner string and the fret surface. It's not much, but when you're talking fractions of a millimetre, it doesn't take much to make the guitar more difficult to play. I prefer to use nines overall because it keeps my fingers stronger and I use twelves on my acoustic because ithey sound better and do even more to strengthen my fingers. As for the brands I use, my Godin Session and Solidac both have EVH nines (EVH=D'Addario IIRC), my acoustic Beaver Creek BCTD101 dreadnought has D'Addario twelves (which came with the guitar) and my Washburn Sonamaster Strat that I use for practice has whatever cheap strings I can find. I currently have Long & McQuade strings on my Washburn but I'm going to switch to Orphee because I don't care how it sounds, I'm just practicing with it so I just use whatever's cheap. The differences between them aren't all that significant if you're just practicing. It's not like the Washburn sounds great anyway (cheap stock single-coil pickups) but I'm not looking for tone when practicing, I'm looking for notes and rhythm and even the cheapest strings imaginable do that just fine. It's hard to beat the price you can get them for. No joke - I can get TEN sets of Orphee strings for less than the price of three sets of EVH. Now, as I said, I use EVH/D'Addario/Ernie Ball for my Godin guitars (those are my GOOD guitars after all) but for my practice strat, it makes no sense whatsoever to buy expensive strings for repetitive chord progressions.
I use D'Adario light gage phosphor bronze on my Gibson Songwriter. Nice bassier tone and they sustain quite a lot. I get a good two months on a set before I change them. I bought the ten set box which is about $75.00 (Canadian) and that's nearly two years of string changes! Also GHS Fast Fret string cleaner helps promote string life!
Great presentation! I’ been playing for 15 years now, in a band. I’ve been bouncing back and forth on different strings; I have 4 different Martin guitars, so they kind of require different strings. I like Lights on my 2 Dreadnaught. I’m presently using Martin Phospher Bronze on them. I use Custom light on my 12 string Dreadnaught, I’m trying Stringjoy, but they seem a little too bright for me. My last strings tarnished bad and quickly, but they were light and sounded better. They were D’Addario. I might try D’Addario light again, but coated. I have Stringjoy on my Martin CEO-7, a 00 size guitar that I recently purchased for Fingerstyle. Not sure I like them. What do you prefer for Fingerstyle?
love all those intresting stuff i learn from lauren , it would be great to hear the divrend sound on gitaar , but i still learning , i have steel strings now but i will try the bronze for sure , ty for everything allready
great tips Lauren. I may give those hybrids a try on my electric. Concept sounds great. I tried the NYXL already on a few electrics with so so results. I have done research on the nickel wounds and they have gotten some great feedback. I need to tame down one of my strats with the highs. A but too trebely for my taste . I'am hoping the nickel wound will mellow them out.
I bought a new Epiphone hummingbird Pro for Christmas 2 years ago it's acoustic electric. No guitar sound better when it's hooked to and amplifier. But playing just the acoustic the bass string don't sound out very good. The 3 hi string are ok. Think I will try those XL strings you talked about and see if they help.
Hi Lauren my lovely teacher, I have a question for you does D’ Addario guitar strings have 10 gauge because when I learned guitar with you in your UA-cam channel my fingers are really hurt. 😂😂😂
According to my experience playing for more than 15 years, elixir nanoweb 12-53 is best in terms reliability, good balanced tone. It' will last more than a year for sure. It's little bit brighter but if your tonewood is mahogany, it sounds great. It doesn't work in rosewood back and sides. Because it will be overtoned. If you like warm tone, i would suggest daddario XS strings. Either elixir nanoweb or daddario XS
@@LaurenBateman ...do you have any idea about Ernie Ball strings and daddario XT? I want to try them on my Yamaha acoustic. As I use Yamaha for long with spruce top and mahogany back and sides.
I'm a beginner playing a fender cf140. My fingers were KILLING me! The music store guy recommended D'Addario 11-47 silk and steel (warm mellow tone) what say you? Good choice for a beginner?
I ALMOST quit playing one night during church service, I had just started playing guitar and didn't really know anything about guitars, strings or anything. I was driving trucks at the time and wasn't able to take lessons. My fingers were to the point of bleeding, and I hadn't told anyone that I was considering quitting. After service the pastor came up to me and gave me a set of strings and told me to try these, Martin SP light gauge. I tried them and O.M.G. my fingers didn't hurt near as bad, I would highly recommend beginning guitarists to start with light gauge strings and as they progress try different gauge strings. The strings I started playing on was medium gauge
My guitar action is growing and had light elixer strings on it.😞 I'm giving the guitar a break and hope it sets back on its own... Anyways! Was wondering, my guitar is a cedar top and used 80/20 for the bright sound. If i were to go with custom or extra light would i get better sound with phosphorus or 80/20?
Hi Lauren, Thanks again for your video. I was given a Fender San Miguel acoustic guitar with metal strings. Can I change those to nylon strings do you know ?
I have been told not to change guage on my Martin because the neck will change and you will have to get it adjusted, went from 13s to 12s and so far no problems, what is your opinion
Hi Jody, that is true. The lighter the strings, the less tension on the neck. A slight adjust may be needed but it really depends. If you went from 13s to say 10s, you would most likely need a correction. I bet those 12s are much easier to play than the 13s.
Lauren do you like the elixirs that the 324 came with or are you switching to your d addarios you like? I like the elixirs better than the Daddario on the Taylor 324 but I’m torn. I even bought some Martin strings to try next. Ugh.
Are you stringing us along? Hey this isn't about string theory.... This lesson is really getting stringed out... I feel like a puppet on a string. No strings attached ! I feel strung out.... Thanks Teach...🍎
Any thoughts, and or recommendations on nylon strings? I'm 76 and just beginning with a Yamaha C40II Classical guitar which has nylon strings and more likely than not I'll be changing them out for better strings.
Hey Ty I like elixirs quite a bit. I also like the daddario xs too. I’m kinda searching for that perfect sound on my Taylor. I’m actually going to be a bit of a rebel and put some Martin strings on my Taylor guitar today. We’ll see.
I have tried most of the strings on the market and tend to stick with Ernie Ball 9/46 hybrids for electric and D'addario 12's for acoustic. If you have an electric guitar with a Floyd trem, then i wpuld pay a bit more for long life coated strings. For beginners the ease of playing is more important, and i started with regular 9's. Thanks for your adivce regarding the best strings to use Lauren
I have found the the one dollar strings I order from china last longer that any or the name brands I have tried. And side by side they do not rust up. No they are not coated just better steel. And if you have ever done a slide down a rusted string you will know it hurts.
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Who knew there were different strings lol? ***ME***. Very new to guitar lessons, 3 weeks in, so now I'm looking forward to the day I can play well enough that I'm looking for new strings.
As always Lauren, thankyou for the videos, and cheers all.
You're so welcome!!!
I've just bought an Acoustasonic, and I'm looking for the right strings. The last ones here, the hybrid ones, seem like a good choice.
Best ones for sore fingers please Lauren, you're a legend 🎉
Thanks for watching!
Yay for d’adario. I found out depending on the guitar , the string size makes a huge difference. I tried lights on my epiphone teaxan inspired and it sounded horrible. It was like a hallow tin can sound :( I was confused, but after throwing mediums back on, it just sounded right. It was weird but I learned something. Great video
Thanks for watching!
Thank you, Lauren. I asked the music store that I bought an Ibanez semi-hollow electric from about strings since Ibanez specs listed 10-52 thousandths (inch diameter, or gauge), no brand spec, and they recommended NYXL 10-47, so I picked up a set of those and the same set of Reverend Willie's strings to try when the time comes. William F. Gibbons explained that he started out thinking he needed to play with bigger strings for a bigger sound, until B.B. King watched him on stage, and told him that he didn't need to work so hard, so he settled on 7 gauge string sets. Andy Taylor Powers said, in a guest appearance on Taylor Guitars Primetime, "Picks & Strings", to 'think of strings for your guitar like tires for your car.' (There's a song lyric.) It depends on what you want to do with it. There are so many options, and not all are in the big Sweetwater "Wish Book" that came in the mail April 1, 2021. Working Level 1... Musician friends agree, after I tell them about your workbook introduction to the course, "Yes, that's the kind of instructor we need after being away from music for twenty years (or more)." Sending praise for finding this course and instructor...
Rock on. Thanks for commenting and finding the channel.
I use D’Addario heavy gauge nickel wound strings on all of my acoustics. Great presentation Lauren
Thanks for watching!
I've tried many acoustic strings and have found I like the D'Addario XS Phosphor Bronze medium. Love the way they sound on my Epiphone Hummingbird Pro sound. Seem to stay in tune and they last longer than others I've used.
LOVE Phosphor bronze
That's what I use on my Martin. Great Strings!!
Bought the D'Addario 12s phosphor bronze as suggested and they are my new favorite strings and btw I love the black Gretsch on the wall.
Rock on. Thank you!
I have played the blues for some time now, but the bending was a little dead not feeling to "Joe Bonamassa" , so I gave a try on .09 Hybrid and the game changed. I thought was something wrong with my amp at first but now even a little bedroom amp does the show. Thank you so much for your time.
Yeah I love my hybrid strings. So much easier.
I am thinking of changing my string gauge to the .012-.053 Light Gauge phosphor bronze warm, bright, and balanced tone EJ16
Yeah, great strings.
Out of 36 yrs things have changed brands like Martin fell behind and Ernie Ball went to the top. I use Ernie Ball Light .10 on acoustic and . 09 to .08 on electric. I started with medium and unknowingly it created strength. Merry Christmas.
Thanks for sharing. Merry Christmas to you too!
@@LaurenBateman hey for advanced players try .07 you can bend 3 octives.
@@gregoryb2999 Hey, I picked up a set of Rev. Willie's strings for my beginner semi-hollow electric (10s), and yeah, I know the Rev. plays 7s, but I'm not ready to try his salsa, either.
Great breakdown on guitar strings Lauren. 👍🏻🎸🇱🇷
Glad it was helpful! 👍🏻🎸
Thank you Lauran, your videos have really helped me in learning guitar. I am having serious problem playing D major and thinking of changing my strings.
Thanks for watching! You can do it!
Hi Lauren. Thanks for the video. I think you need to revise the links above in the description.
Thank you for letting me know!
I've been playing for about 2 years (started when I was already old) and have found the best strings for me on my acoustic are the same 12's that you prefer. My first acoustic was really poorly set up (and I did not know any better) so barre chords were impossible. I now have a much better acoustic - Martin - and have it set up properly. Still no expert on barre chords but a darn sight easier with the right strings and the good set up. Before going to the Martin I bought a Strat. This with 9 - 42's made practicing so much easier and I could at least have a go at barre chords. I'm not power chord guy so the 42's are fine for the low end. Thanks for the video!
You're so welcome. I have 12s on my Taylor and 11s on my Crafter.
I have very sensitive hands where my fingers are prone to tendinitis, so I always use _ultra light_ strings on my acoustic and electric guitars, typically 10 or lighter gauge on the former, and 8 gauge on the latter. I do have a preference for D’Addario Strings for both, but I also really enjoy 8-42 Ernie Ball Electric Strings.
Thanks for sharing!
I use light 12,s didarios and compensate the tone with the amp.great.good info review.
Good choice!
Lauren, Excellent Advise & spot on, just my opinion.
Thank you Peter
Yes, you are correct - Strings are totally subjective. I found that going to a lighter string makes it easier for me to play. I use .011-.052 - .010 are too light for acoustic for me, but I do use .010 on Electric guitar. I find .009 too light & slinky. I’ve experimented a lot with strings. Elixirs will last longer than D’Addario’s because they’re coated. Only catch - Yes, Elixirs are expensive. So, you might go through the same amount of D’Addario’s money-wise as one set of Elixirs.
Well said!
My recs: Savarez on acoustic (nylon), Elixirs on western and electrics.
Cool
I can see how tone could be compromised on acoustic guitars because that's the source of the sound. However, on an electric guitar, you can alter the sound with your amplifier, especially if you use a modelling amp like I do.
I can make sevens sound like twelves if I want to by turning knobs on my amp. I personally use nines in most cases but I have to admit that sevens practically play themselves. I would caution people however that switching to lighter strings can require the action to be adjusted. This is because now there's more space between the thinner string and the fret surface. It's not much, but when you're talking fractions of a millimetre, it doesn't take much to make the guitar more difficult to play.
I prefer to use nines overall because it keeps my fingers stronger and I use twelves on my acoustic because ithey sound better and do even more to strengthen my fingers. As for the brands I use, my Godin Session and Solidac both have EVH nines (EVH=D'Addario IIRC), my acoustic Beaver Creek BCTD101 dreadnought has D'Addario twelves (which came with the guitar) and my Washburn Sonamaster Strat that I use for practice has whatever cheap strings I can find.
I currently have Long & McQuade strings on my Washburn but I'm going to switch to Orphee because I don't care how it sounds, I'm just practicing with it so I just use whatever's cheap. The differences between them aren't all that significant if you're just practicing. It's not like the Washburn sounds great anyway (cheap stock single-coil pickups) but I'm not looking for tone when practicing, I'm looking for notes and rhythm and even the cheapest strings imaginable do that just fine. It's hard to beat the price you can get them for.
No joke - I can get TEN sets of Orphee strings for less than the price of three sets of EVH. Now, as I said, I use EVH/D'Addario/Ernie Ball for my Godin guitars (those are my GOOD guitars after all) but for my practice strat, it makes no sense whatsoever to buy expensive strings for repetitive chord progressions.
Thanks for sharing!
I use D'Adario light gage phosphor bronze on my Gibson Songwriter. Nice bassier tone and they sustain quite a lot. I get a good two months on a set before I change them. I bought the ten set box which is about $75.00 (Canadian) and that's nearly two years of string changes! Also GHS Fast Fret string cleaner helps promote string life!
That's great! I've used Fast Fret in the past. Great product.
Great presentation! I’ been playing for 15 years now, in a band. I’ve been bouncing back and forth on different strings; I have 4 different Martin guitars, so they kind of require different strings. I like Lights on my 2 Dreadnaught. I’m presently using Martin Phospher Bronze on them. I use Custom light on my 12 string Dreadnaught, I’m trying Stringjoy, but they seem a little too bright for me. My last strings tarnished bad and quickly, but they were light and sounded better. They were D’Addario. I might try D’Addario light again, but coated. I have Stringjoy on my Martin CEO-7, a 00 size guitar that I recently purchased for Fingerstyle. Not sure I like them. What do you prefer for Fingerstyle?
I use the Phosphor Bronze on my Taylor. That guitar was just made for Fingerpicking.
I finally realized -- it's really what your ear likes. For me it's the martin retros ( nickel ) it doesn't get any better than that for me
Thanks for watching!
Enjoying your site 👍
Great topic. thanks for taking the time to provide.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great lesson Lauren. I use D’Addario 10 gauge on electric so I was happy I fell in your recommendation. I wonder what ocean you live near.
Yes, right next to the Atlantic
Greg thanks. Yes, Atlantic ocean. I live in the Boston area about 1 block from the ocean.
@@LaurenBateman That’s cool. I actually lived in Boston from 1987 to 1994. I loved it and miss Boston so much.
WOW That's exactly what I use in my Taylor 814 ...I call it 12 gauge.. I have tried 13 gauge, but prefer the 12s 👍
Yeah 13 is too hard for me to play.
I play lead and I have found the d'addario nyxl 9-42 to be ideal. Of course one could even opt for 8s, as recommended by Billy Gibbons of ZZ top.
Thanks for sharing that Nagesh 😃
@@LaurenBateman honored by your reply and my pleasure 🙌😊
love all those intresting stuff i learn from lauren , it would be great to hear the divrend sound on gitaar , but i still learning , i have steel strings now but i will try the bronze for sure , ty for everything allready
You're welcome
Lauren.... I have a acoustic Alvarez... how to or... best way to clean your fretboard .... THANK-YOU
It's probably rose wood: ua-cam.com/video/Zqwb7y-V6i4/v-deo.html
I use medium light
Appreciate your tips on strings. You mentioned you live in a coastal area and the salt affects your choice. Any thoughts on arid climates? Thanks
I would go off feel. Less humidity, less moisture to corrode.
great tips Lauren. I may give those hybrids a try on my electric. Concept sounds great. I tried the NYXL already on a few electrics with so so results. I have done research on the nickel wounds and they have gotten some great feedback. I need to tame down one of my strats with the highs. A but too trebely for my taste . I'am hoping the nickel wound will mellow them out.
Let me know what you think.
Always appreciate your input. So valuable. Thanks so much!
My pleasure!
I bought a new Epiphone hummingbird Pro for Christmas 2 years ago it's acoustic electric. No guitar sound better when it's hooked to and amplifier. But playing just the acoustic the bass string don't sound out very good. The 3 hi string are ok. Think I will try those XL strings you talked about and see if they help.
Thanks for sharing!
Lauren, what's your opinion on Elixir acoustic strings?
Not my preference but they are good.
Hi Lauren my lovely teacher, I have a question for you does D’ Addario guitar strings have 10 gauge because when I learned guitar with you in your UA-cam channel my fingers are really hurt. 😂😂😂
They sure do!!!
According to my experience playing for more than 15 years, elixir nanoweb 12-53 is best in terms reliability, good balanced tone. It' will last more than a year for sure. It's little bit brighter but if your tonewood is mahogany, it sounds great. It doesn't work in rosewood back and sides. Because it will be overtoned. If you like warm tone, i would suggest daddario XS strings. Either elixir nanoweb or daddario XS
Thanks for sharing!
@@LaurenBateman ...do you have any idea about Ernie Ball strings and daddario XT? I want to try them on my Yamaha acoustic. As I use Yamaha for long with spruce top and mahogany back and sides.
thank you
You're welcome
I'm a beginner playing a fender cf140. My fingers were KILLING me! The music store guy recommended D'Addario 11-47 silk and steel (warm mellow tone) what say you? Good choice for a beginner?
I like 11s. Easier to play.
Thanks
You’re welcome
Guitar G strings and B string how much Lauren
Depends $10-$20 ish
Thanks for the job ,Lauren ,and I enjoy all your videos.
You are so welcome!
🧐waw!Thank's for that information
You bet!
I ALMOST quit playing one night during church service, I had just started playing guitar and didn't really know anything about guitars, strings or anything. I was driving trucks at the time and wasn't able to take lessons. My fingers were to the point of bleeding, and I hadn't told anyone that I was considering quitting. After service the pastor came up to me and gave me a set of strings and told me to try these, Martin SP light gauge. I tried them and O.M.G. my fingers didn't hurt near as bad, I would highly recommend beginning guitarists to start with light gauge strings and as they progress try different gauge strings. The strings I started playing on was medium gauge
Yes, the light guage and custom light guage really are super helpful for beginners. You're luck you had him to help!
Thanks teaching what types of guitar ,now if anybody ask what kind guitar you are using .now tell them acoustic guitar
Yes
My guitar action is growing and had light elixer strings on it.😞
I'm giving the guitar a break and hope it sets back on its own...
Anyways! Was wondering, my guitar is a cedar top and used 80/20 for the bright sound. If i were to go with custom or extra light would i get better sound with phosphorus or 80/20?
You may need to do a truss rod adjustment.
Hi Lauren,
Thanks again for your video. I was given a Fender San Miguel acoustic guitar with metal strings. Can I change those to nylon strings do you know ?
Nylon is wound a very specific way with different tuning pegs. You should put nylon strings on a nylon guitar only.
@@LaurenBateman Thank you. Is that because the tuning pegs made for metal strings won't keep nylon strings in tune or is there more to it than that ?
What strings for an electric acoustic Lauren??
Thanks for watching!
D'Addario Electric Guitar Strings: amzn.to/2xiY2Fg
Thanx Lauren! Just ordered them!@@LaurenBateman
Do you stay with acoustic when you play an electric acoustic verses the ones like on your wall
Yes acoustic electric is still acoustic. Only difference is it has electronics for you to plug into and amp or a pa system.
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it
I try the silk strings I didn't like.it at all I'm
Yeah, I've never used silk strings.
I have been told not to change guage on my Martin because the neck will change and you will have to get it adjusted, went from 13s to 12s and so far no problems, what is your opinion
Hi Jody, that is true. The lighter the strings, the less tension on the neck. A slight adjust may be needed but it really depends. If you went from 13s to say 10s, you would most likely need a correction. I bet those 12s are much easier to play than the 13s.
Yes the 12s are better, on my gpc16 it came with 12s, on my OOOx1e that came with 13s and I changed to 12s and its better
Why is the color of the hybrid exp125’s
Yellow
Hai Lauren what string is compatible to yamahaf310
As long as it's acoustic it will work. I would go with either 10s or 11s D'Addario
Love you have a good day
Have a good day 😊
Thank you
You're welcome
Dear Lauren, I’m sending my acoustic guitar to my grandson who has turned 13. What strings do you recommend for a beginner guitar?
I would recommend D'Addario Phosphor Bronze. Maybe get 10 for him. Custom Light.
Do you play steel string or nylon on acoustic?
Steel string
Lauren do you like the elixirs that the 324 came with or are you switching to your d addarios you like? I like the elixirs better than the Daddario on the Taylor 324 but I’m torn. I even bought some Martin strings to try next. Ugh.
I am mostly a rhythm and finger pick type player not lead
They play well enough. I usually use D'Addario
Are you stringing us along?
Hey this isn't about string theory....
This lesson is really getting stringed out...
I feel like a puppet on a string.
No strings attached !
I feel strung out....
Thanks Teach...🍎
Ha ha ha !!!
@@LaurenBateman 😁
🙄Hay Guitar Teacher Laura Bateman😄
Hey Diana 😊
Any thoughts, and or recommendations on nylon strings? I'm 76 and just beginning with a Yamaha C40II Classical guitar which has nylon strings and more likely than not I'll be changing them out for better strings.
I don't know much about nylon strings unfortunately.
I don't know much about nylon strings unfortunately.
Why don't you like Elixers?
I found I broke them too easily.
Hey Ty I like elixirs quite a bit. I also like the daddario xs too. I’m kinda searching for that perfect sound on my Taylor. I’m actually going to be a bit of a rebel and put some Martin strings on my Taylor guitar today. We’ll see.
Thank you Lauren , very enlightening :-)
You're so welcome!
I have tried most of the strings on the market and tend to stick with Ernie Ball 9/46 hybrids for electric and D'addario 12's for acoustic.
If you have an electric guitar with a Floyd trem, then i wpuld pay a bit more for long life
coated strings.
For beginners the ease of playing is more important, and i started with regular 9's.
Thanks for your adivce regarding the best strings to use Lauren
Rock on Allan. Thanks for sharing your recommendations.
Where , can I order your strings pls.
Links are in the description of the video or go here:
www.laurenbateman.com/guitar-accessories
@@LaurenBateman thankyou 😚
Are you in USA,
I love you! Big crush with you. ❤️ Thanks for simplifying ! Thanks Teach!
Happy to help!
Why not try 9.5s as a trade off? I did and they sound and play great!!
You could but I like the hyrbid strings. I really like 9s on the top. So much easier for me.
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EJ 17s Every day in every way baby.
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I have found the the one dollar strings I order from china last longer that any or the name brands I have tried. And side by side they do not rust up. No they are not coated just better steel. And if you have ever done a slide down a rusted string you will know it hurts.
Thanks for sharing!
I'll play anything, as long as it is Vegan. :-)
Ha ha ha.
Are some strings not vegan? I've learned that some beers are not vegan. I hope you were not making fun of us vegans.
Why not just say “twelve thousandths” instead of all those points and zeros?
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I live pay check to pay check.....but if my life changes for the better........anyway....
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The electric guitar timestamp is also called acoustic.