Martin Guitars Darco D930 E-Guitar Set009-042

For clear reasons, I can use only two models of strings on my guitar. My current favorites are a different model - other brand, which use a slightly different gauge. They are quite expensive though. The other model that qualifies is this one.

I had acquired the Darco D930, along with a few other models, only to test out different brands, with a slight hope to find a more affordable alternative to my go to strings mentioned above. When I put these on, I was more than pleasantly surprised: exactly the tone I was looking at an accessible price!

The only difference between Darco and my main ones, which are more than twice as expensive, was that, at first, Darco felt a bit stiffer. Later on, I could not feel the other type as silky as initially, so it may have been a subjective experience.

These are quality strings made by a reputable manufacturer. I don't understand why they are so much more affordable than the competition, perhaps because they are made in Mexico and possibly nickel is cheaper there.

What I love about these strings is their smooth and balanced tone, the wound strings being clear and not overloading the signal.

I usually use ernie ball superslinky 9s on my guitars, but the awesome graphic on the pack draw my attention and when i read that they were nickel wounded instead of the nickel plated steel on the superslinkys, i was eager to give them a try!! They didn't disappoint at all!! They had really organic and warm sound perfect for soloing!! They also last really long and they are fresh out of the pack since they are air tight sealed like the superslinkys!! I'll definitely buy again and totally recommend them!!