[scmaxson]

When I put new strings on my guitar they always sound real twangy and metalic. I was wondering if there is a brand or type of strings that would sound softer. Thanks.

[annoying_2001]

d'addiros, those are pretty solid, i've got them my acoustic, and the sound is great

[stuartmerenbloom]

Look for a set of "silk & steel" strings...don't know who makes them but ask for a set. They have a mellow almost classical sound.

[pimp_vince]

also elixir POLYWEB... make sure it's not nanoweb... polywebs have much mellower tone compared to nanoweb... they also reduce that squeak from sliding.

[superwinkie]

also elixir POLYWEB... make sure it's not nanoweb... polywebs have much mellower tone compared to nanoweb... they also reduce that squeak from sliding.

meh, i like them, but they break easily


martin sp+ is good

[dadfad]

Flat-wound jazz strings sound pretty mellow. But is that what you want? Does the metallic sound go away soon? I usually use D'Adario Bluegrass-guage Phosphor-Bronze Acoustic. As Stu mentioned, Martin Silk 'n Steel strings give you a very mellow, almost nylon, kind of a sound.

[adds]

Flat-wound jazz strings sound pretty mellow. But is that what you want? Does the metallic sound go away soon? I usually use D'Adario Bluegrass-guage Phosphor-Bronze Acoustic. As Stu mentioned, Martin Silk 'n Steel strings give you a very mellow, almost nylon, kind of a sound.

John have you ever tried newtone strings.If not i recomend you do.

[panndder]

John Pearse phosper (???spelling???) bronze....


They are awsome strings

[tepauldacaw]

I suggest that once you string your guitar up again, tune it up, then let it sit for 24 hours. I know its hard. But it will sound alot better if you play it later and let the strings SLOWLY stretch themselves out.

[Gurman]

Polyweb Elixers will cost more but they will last twice as long and are a great sounding and feeling string

[wannalearn01]

Polyweb Elixers will cost more but they will last twice as long and are a great sounding and feeling string

If you do go with them get the "light" and not the "superlight" strings the super light have a lil more raspy of a sounds in hindsight....but i still like them.

R/Troy

[Matt1911]

I just tried Everly strings,so far,real nice great tone,but a tad light,next set wil be a heavier gauge

[slick50]

Try martens' silk and steel. I us them on my 12string and my 6, they have a longer life and a ritch sound. also earthwhood makes them as well, I think?