Hi all,
A few months ago I purchased the Córdoba C10 classical guitar. I am looking for recommendations on which strings to use when it comes time to replace them. I think the strings that came with it are the Savarez Cristal Corum High Tension 500CJ, however, I am not positive about this. Is it best to stick with the strings that came with it? I do like a really warm tone when I play.
Another question, and hopefully this is not a silly one for all of you, but is there a general rule of how often you should change guitar strings? I usually play 1 - 2 hours a day.
Kind regards,
Jack
I've got the C10 parlor in spruce. Cordoba guitars seem to respond best with high tension strings if your fingers can tolerate them. So your first decision is what tension you want to use. The bass Savarez strings (Corum) are really excellent, it's a matter of finding the treble strings that give you the sound you want. Right now I'm happy using D'Addario carbon G string and B & E strings from a TT set. But I like a brighter sound. I'd suggest finding some bass strings you like and then swapping out trebles as they wear. Keep good notes because it's easy to forget after months which ones you liked for what reason. And, of course, unless your guitar is fully aged already, it will be an ongoing process as the sound changes over time. Have fun!
Well, talking about string selection is like dancing about architecture. No two individuals ever agree on string selection. The best way is to try a bunch on strings and select the ones you see to like best. You may also want to put together a cocktail of strings. stringsbymail offer the possibility of purchasing individual strings rather than buying the entire set. Cheers!
Tavi is the expert here. I might say that I recently changed to the D'Addario ProArte on my guitar and liked the results. I paid $15 for them at a high-end music store but could probably get them for less elsewhere. The only reason I mention cost is that the standard for classic violin strings, Dominants, are imported from Switzerland and run about $80 a set (4 strings). D'Addario ProArte violin strings are practically identical and cost $35 a set. If you keep up several instruments and change them "when they sound dull and lifeless" (which can happen in 4 to 10 months at 1 to 2 hours practice per day - my experience) the costs add up. Dan
Here are some thoughts:
Dark, warm tone: D'Addario ProArte Medium
A bit more lively tone: Augustine Regal Blue (Purple Package)
Lively Nylon sound: Knobloch Active Nylon (Mediu/High tension)
Bright and long lasting (Knobloch Carbon Medium/High tension)
My favorites for nylon are the Augustine.
My favorite for Carbon are the Knobloch.
When the strings sound dull and lifeless it's time to change them.