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Best strings so far
I've been searching for strings for my super strat with HSS pickup combination. I found the tone of uncoated strings on this particular guitar either too harsh when new or dull when older resulting in an uncontrollable tone. These elixirs are predictable. They are on the warm side, but this was my intention, because they give this guitar a balanced sound and work well across all tone and pickup settings. I'll probably try out the whole range still just out of curiosity, but right now I think these are the one for this particular instrument. Certainly not planning to go back to uncoated. Changing after about 3 months vs week(s) with uncoated.
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Almost great but not quite there
I'm using the strings in standard tuning on a Tele.
I bought these string because I live in a humid environment and I've always had to change strings often due to oxidation.
Pros: - Solved the issue of oxidation. The coating on the strings really works.
- They feel very smooth to the touch and getting up and down the neck is fast and easy.
- Tuning stability is brilliant. Once properly stretched and tuned, they stay that way for a long time (at least on a Tele/string-through or fixed bridge).
- The sound is very neutral, in the sense of they doesn't emphasize any frequencies.
Cons: - The tension is quite high and it makes for more difficult bending. I'll probably try a lighter gauge.
I think these strings are worth trying. I'm not completely sold on them yet simply because difficulty in bending.
I bought these string because I live in a humid environment and I've always had to change strings often due to oxidation.
Pros: - Solved the issue of oxidation. The coating on the strings really works.
- They feel very smooth to the touch and getting up and down the neck is fast and easy.
- Tuning stability is brilliant. Once properly stretched and tuned, they stay that way for a long time (at least on a Tele/string-through or fixed bridge).
- The sound is very neutral, in the sense of they doesn't emphasize any frequencies.
Cons: - The tension is quite high and it makes for more difficult bending. I'll probably try a lighter gauge.
I think these strings are worth trying. I'm not completely sold on them yet simply because difficulty in bending.
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Long lasting, great sounding.
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I use Elixers on all my guitars. Tele, PRSCU24, LP and a custom build. I gig at least once a week (twice most weeks) and practice for aprox 4 hours/week.
Pros:
They 'stretch in' really quickly and hold tuning excellently. These are lasting me for 8 or 9 gigs (as opposed to 2 gigs with Ernies or D'addies) and they still sound pretty new when I change them!
Cons:
Sound a little bit darker than uncoated strings and the coating starts to flake off (for me) after 7or 8 gigs.
Overall:
Excellent value for money on a £/gig basis. These are reliable, good quality strings and well worth the money.
Although they aren't quite as 'bright' as uncoated strings, they sound almost the same the day I take them off as they did the day I put them on. They don't go 'dead' the way uncoated strings do.
I definitely recommend trying a pack
I use Elixers on all my guitars. Tele, PRSCU24, LP and a custom build. I gig at least once a week (twice most weeks) and practice for aprox 4 hours/week.
Pros:
They 'stretch in' really quickly and hold tuning excellently. These are lasting me for 8 or 9 gigs (as opposed to 2 gigs with Ernies or D'addies) and they still sound pretty new when I change them!
Cons:
Sound a little bit darker than uncoated strings and the coating starts to flake off (for me) after 7or 8 gigs.
Overall:
Excellent value for money on a £/gig basis. These are reliable, good quality strings and well worth the money.
Although they aren't quite as 'bright' as uncoated strings, they sound almost the same the day I take them off as they did the day I put them on. They don't go 'dead' the way uncoated strings do.
I definitely recommend trying a pack
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the sound is good it lasts 3 times longer than ordinary strings
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Elixir 12050 Polyweb Light
after playing Elixirs i dont want to try anything else :) tone stays the same for many weeks and best thing for me is there is no metallic smell on fingers because of the coating
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Excellent
I use poly web for my tele where I need long lasting strings but not to crispy . Excellent strings
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Great strings!
I've been a fan of Elixir strings since I got my hands on my first set several years ago and never went back to regular strings.
This polyweb version is nice and warm, which is a pleasant change. I usually get the other, more crisp-sounding strings (optiweb), so I was pleasantly surprised to find that these sound great, too! Get these if you don't want to change your strings too often.
With moderate use (I pick up and play my Strat for a bit a few times a week and record a little in the home studio), these usually last me several months. That's because they don't collect dirt in-between the string-windings like regular strings, meaning you don't even really need to wipe them down all that often (though I still do after every time I play, because it's a good habit). Don't play with greasy fingers ;-).
They're slick, smooth, durable and make playing easy.
This polyweb version is nice and warm, which is a pleasant change. I usually get the other, more crisp-sounding strings (optiweb), so I was pleasantly surprised to find that these sound great, too! Get these if you don't want to change your strings too often.
With moderate use (I pick up and play my Strat for a bit a few times a week and record a little in the home studio), these usually last me several months. That's because they don't collect dirt in-between the string-windings like regular strings, meaning you don't even really need to wipe them down all that often (though I still do after every time I play, because it's a good habit). Don't play with greasy fingers ;-).
They're slick, smooth, durable and make playing easy.
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Perfect for that certain Guitar.
I love these for their quiet finger response and slick handling. They also sound good both unplugged and plugged in and suit guitars where a smooth response to finger and pick attack is favoured, such as my DiMarzio powered HSH Walnut strat. In the box this set will languish until the previous set from 4 years ago finally die.
For someone like me who builds and also refurbishes vintage guitars for pleasure and has as many as 35 guitars hanging up ready to play, these strings and the other Elixirs are a real advantage. I am so grateful.
For someone like me who builds and also refurbishes vintage guitars for pleasure and has as many as 35 guitars hanging up ready to play, these strings and the other Elixirs are a real advantage. I am so grateful.
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Crystal clear and durable
I love Elixir Polyweb and nanoweb lines. The sound is crystal clear and its definitely much more durable than any other brand I used before.
Also, the coating limits the annoying squeaks from sliding your fingers along the strings.
Also, the coating limits the annoying squeaks from sliding your fingers along the strings.
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If you got sweaty hands, this is for you
Best strings ever. My hands sweat a lot. I tried everything, but the most common brands just wouldn't do. Ernie Ball would last a week, and D'Addario would stain since the first 2-3 hours of playing. These strings are awesome. I take good care of them, clean them and put the sticky product on every time I play (and I keep the guitar in the case at all times), I play several hours a day, and they do last for 5-6 weeks!! Not changing brand ever again.
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