[CRG1400]

I need to get some new strings for my acoustic. I haven't quite found the right size, material, or brand strings. I am looking for a good full sound, not really too twangy. I am not fond of the lights. If you could, give some suggestions for an ideal size, material, and brand acoustic strings for a nice rich flavor and full sound. thanks.

This post has been edited by CRG1400: 08 November 2004 - 07:20 PM

[epearson]

Well, it would probably help to know what type of guitar you have, the string brand, size and material will depend fairly heavy on that. Is your guitar a dreadnought, folk, orchestra model, grand auditorium? Does it have solid woods, such as a solid spruce top and what are the back and sides made of and are they solid or laminate?

[CRG1400]

Well, it would probably help to know what type of guitar you have, the string brand, size and material will depend fairly heavy on that.  Is your guitar a dreadnought, folk, orchestra model, grand auditorium?  Does it have solid woods, such as a solid spruce top and what are the back and sides made of and are they solid or laminate?

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The guitar i want to restring is a takamine eg523sc. It is supposed to be a jumbo, but it isn't quite the same size as a gibson jumbo. Just a little smaller. It has a solid top, laminated sides and back. Right now i have some d'addorio lights on it. Good for country stuff, but i am in search of a richer, fuller sound. Suggestion?

This post has been edited by CRG1400: 08 November 2004 - 11:37 PM

[epearson]

I recommend D'Addario EXP phosphor Bronze lights or mediums, that should be pretty sufficient, GHS phosphor bronze lights or mediums will also do a good job.

[dadfad]

I like D'Addario phosphor-bronze Bluegrass Guage (don't let the name fool you!) which is a hybrid set with thicker 4,5,6 strings for more bass response.

[gcd23]

Well, it would probably help to know what type of guitar you have, the string brand, size and material will depend fairly heavy on that.  Is your guitar a dreadnought, folk, orchestra model, grand auditorium?  Does it have solid woods, such as a solid spruce top and what are the back and sides made of and are they solid or laminate?

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The guitar i want to restring is a takamine eg523sc. It is supposed to be a jumbo, but it isn't quite the same size as a gibson jumbo. Just a little smaller. It has a solid top, laminated sides and back. Right now i have some d'addorio lights on it. Good for country stuff, but i am in search of a richer, fuller sound. Suggestion?

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How are you liking the EG-523SC? It is a gorgeous guitar in my mind but have seen mixed reviews on it. BTW I use Elixir Polyweb light to medium gauges, have you tried those out yet?

This post has been edited by gcd23: 09 November 2004 - 09:23 AM

[CRG1400]

I put the d'addorio exp phosper bronze on. Thanks for the suggestion, my guitar sound gread

[epearson]

No problem, glad to help.