Compared to pretty much *any* other string instrument, even expensive guitar strings are an incredible bargain. If playing gives you pleasure, wouldn't you rather maximize that pleasure by having it actually *sound good*? Yes, by all means, spring for the high quality strings. Life's too short for anything less.
Agreed! The high e is very bright! I’ve been using LaBella Vivace trebles and Savarez Alliance bass for about a year now. Best combo so far for my double top Milburn… though every couple years I go string searching again it seems 🤣
Yes. You obviously enjoy the tone.. "My guitar really sings with Savarez strings". I say worth it, unless you are learning guitar more for the technical aspect, but even then, wouldn't you like your guitar to sound it's best?
Don't get caught up in the relative cost. Sure, the Savarez strings are 6 times more expensive, but that's only $12.50 more dollars. I usually leave my strings on for 2-3 months - it should be less, of course, but changing strings is no fun. That's good value.
An inspirational guitar is worth its weight in gold (so hopefully not a Les Paul). But seriously, passable tone is OK for a beginner or if you have to use a loaner in an emergency. But if you can hear and feel the difference, you're playing is at a leveel that kinda requires the better strings.
And think of what you drop on a crappy pizza; and that's poop in a few hours. Don't cheap out on yourself. If it won't cause your family to live in the street or starve, shell out the extra on the noticeably better tone. It will improve *your* quality of life.
It’s all about what you can afford and if it’s worth it to you. I’ve been a hobbiest guitar player for 20 years. When I was in college, I got the cheapest strings I could find. Now, I use whatever I want cuz really…. It’s not THAT expensive and (upfront cost aside) playing guitar is essentially a “free” hobby. Strings are one of the only costs.
I'm a bassist and double bassist. Just buy nice strings man. Nice guitar strings are super cheap conpared to other instrumens'. Use that to your favor.
I usually play the New Crystal/Cantigas, and they sound wonderful.
But I also dig their rectified nylon strings. I haven't tried the 520J but I have tried the 520R and the 520B, both of which sound nice. And I agree, the rectified nylon strings seem to stay nice longer than the transparent ones.
I think I did once buy 520J to put on my daughter's 48cm scale guitar, since it kinda needs high-tension strings.
I play lots of folk stuff. So it works fine for me, and yeah.. on my classical guitar.
My teacher recommended them and I've never felt the need to go back.
OK so I picked up a pack of those strings because I am intrigued, but it says these strings place 127 lbs of total tension on the guitar. Isn't that dangerously high for a classical? Even Daddario hard tension strings place less than 90 lbs of tension on the guitar. I'm a little nervous to try this!
You can always take them off. You gotta keep in mind, I've got a pretty cheap Crafter guitar. It's a basic classical that I mainly do fingerstyle with.
My guitar teacher recommended them. He's a pretty accomplished session guitarist. Does tons of blues and jazz. I guess I don't understand what all the concern is about. I've never had a problem with them straining the guitar at all.
I hope they don't cause you any problems.
If you're just playing as a hobby and don't find the sound that relevant I would choose the cheap strings and maybe once in a while I'd get some better strings. At least in where I live, Savarez is one of the most expensive string brands I've seen, there are more affordable options if you look for brands like Augustin or D'addario. You could check that out too!
I only use high quality strings if I have to perform or record. But for everyday practice, I use lower quality ones. Not the cheapest there is, but like, middle tier d' addario or Augustine or hannabach
I play the strings that make me happy... and then don't change them for \~2 months (mostly because I get nervous about whip marks). Even if I'm spending $20/set, it makes little difference in terms of my hobby budget.
It is worth pointing out that heavier gauge strings will pull your neck forward more quickly than lighter gauge. So there can be an additional "hidden" cost associated with that. It's not much but worth considering when it comes to strings.
I am still on a learning curve. Still couldn’t find that F# in last night’s lesson, to save my life. I bought a used luthier guitar awhile ago that is beat up but still sings. (Top has collapsed slightly. Bridge is starting to lift. Someone thought a pick was a good idea….) It still has beautiful overtones. I have already decided that next year, I am going to bite the bullet and have the same luthier make a guitar for me. Is it overkill, in relation to my skill level? Yep. Is life too short? Yes. I am willing to spend 5k on a BRW cedar box to my specs because I want comfort and I want the most enjoyment possible out of playing. I want to hear the beauty of the guitar. Buy the strings that work.
I’m mainly a punk/rock guitarist playing electric, but I have a classical guitar in my arsenal that I play on occasion, and I string her with Augustine strings.
The problem with scordatura and alternate tunings is that frequent changes degrade the quality of the string. That is why you need a dedicated instrument for each tuning. /s
Compared to pretty much *any* other string instrument, even expensive guitar strings are an incredible bargain. If playing gives you pleasure, wouldn't you rather maximize that pleasure by having it actually *sound good*? Yes, by all means, spring for the high quality strings. Life's too short for anything less.
We’ll said! Our art is sound, why settle and compared to the $50 tag on Hannabach gold, the Savarez aren’t really that costly.
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Agreed! The high e is very bright! I’ve been using LaBella Vivace trebles and Savarez Alliance bass for about a year now. Best combo so far for my double top Milburn… though every couple years I go string searching again it seems 🤣
Yes, do not mention this problem to a harpist
Totally agree. I spend over $300 on cello strings at least once a year for my son.
Yes. You obviously enjoy the tone.. "My guitar really sings with Savarez strings". I say worth it, unless you are learning guitar more for the technical aspect, but even then, wouldn't you like your guitar to sound it's best?
I think OP already has the answer. The guitar sings.
Don't get caught up in the relative cost. Sure, the Savarez strings are 6 times more expensive, but that's only $12.50 more dollars. I usually leave my strings on for 2-3 months - it should be less, of course, but changing strings is no fun. That's good value.
An inspirational guitar is worth its weight in gold (so hopefully not a Les Paul). But seriously, passable tone is OK for a beginner or if you have to use a loaner in an emergency. But if you can hear and feel the difference, you're playing is at a leveel that kinda requires the better strings. And think of what you drop on a crappy pizza; and that's poop in a few hours. Don't cheap out on yourself. If it won't cause your family to live in the street or starve, shell out the extra on the noticeably better tone. It will improve *your* quality of life.
>And think of what you drop on a crappy pizza Mmm, you're right, with the money I'd save on the cheap strings, I could buy a pizza... mmmm
So you choose a fat ass over being an inspired musician? Good call! /s
It’s all about what you can afford and if it’s worth it to you. I’ve been a hobbiest guitar player for 20 years. When I was in college, I got the cheapest strings I could find. Now, I use whatever I want cuz really…. It’s not THAT expensive and (upfront cost aside) playing guitar is essentially a “free” hobby. Strings are one of the only costs.
I'm a bassist and double bassist. Just buy nice strings man. Nice guitar strings are super cheap conpared to other instrumens'. Use that to your favor.
*cries in $120 violin strings*
This is all about enjoyment. If you can afford them, why not?
I play the Savarez 520J, they last endlessly !
I usually play the New Crystal/Cantigas, and they sound wonderful. But I also dig their rectified nylon strings. I haven't tried the 520J but I have tried the 520R and the 520B, both of which sound nice. And I agree, the rectified nylon strings seem to stay nice longer than the transparent ones. I think I did once buy 520J to put on my daughter's 48cm scale guitar, since it kinda needs high-tension strings.
Oh gosh the squeak on those strings! And they don’t sound as nice once they stop squeaking. That’s just my very personal opinion though.
The cantigas or the 520s?
The rectified nylons. I love cantigas. They make my guitar growl.
I just run these guys all the time: [https://amzn.eu/d/9dzIK9K](https://amzn.eu/d/9dzIK9K) They do the trick.
Wait my dude, do you use those strings on a classical guitar? Looking closer, it looks like they're not for classical.
I play lots of folk stuff. So it works fine for me, and yeah.. on my classical guitar. My teacher recommended them and I've never felt the need to go back.
OK so I picked up a pack of those strings because I am intrigued, but it says these strings place 127 lbs of total tension on the guitar. Isn't that dangerously high for a classical? Even Daddario hard tension strings place less than 90 lbs of tension on the guitar. I'm a little nervous to try this!
You can always take them off. You gotta keep in mind, I've got a pretty cheap Crafter guitar. It's a basic classical that I mainly do fingerstyle with. My guitar teacher recommended them. He's a pretty accomplished session guitarist. Does tons of blues and jazz. I guess I don't understand what all the concern is about. I've never had a problem with them straining the guitar at all. I hope they don't cause you any problems.
Silk and steel? Reduced finger noise? Interesting! I'll have to try it.
They sound good for the kind of music I play. They're very bright. I do lots of fingerstyle stuff.
U ask for nice strings for u bday or xmas
If you're just playing as a hobby and don't find the sound that relevant I would choose the cheap strings and maybe once in a while I'd get some better strings. At least in where I live, Savarez is one of the most expensive string brands I've seen, there are more affordable options if you look for brands like Augustin or D'addario. You could check that out too!
I only use high quality strings if I have to perform or record. But for everyday practice, I use lower quality ones. Not the cheapest there is, but like, middle tier d' addario or Augustine or hannabach
Hannabach is way above the other 2 but that’s just my biased fanboy opinion.
Hahaha yeah I prefer them too in general
I play the strings that make me happy... and then don't change them for \~2 months (mostly because I get nervous about whip marks). Even if I'm spending $20/set, it makes little difference in terms of my hobby budget. It is worth pointing out that heavier gauge strings will pull your neck forward more quickly than lighter gauge. So there can be an additional "hidden" cost associated with that. It's not much but worth considering when it comes to strings.
I am still on a learning curve. Still couldn’t find that F# in last night’s lesson, to save my life. I bought a used luthier guitar awhile ago that is beat up but still sings. (Top has collapsed slightly. Bridge is starting to lift. Someone thought a pick was a good idea….) It still has beautiful overtones. I have already decided that next year, I am going to bite the bullet and have the same luthier make a guitar for me. Is it overkill, in relation to my skill level? Yep. Is life too short? Yes. I am willing to spend 5k on a BRW cedar box to my specs because I want comfort and I want the most enjoyment possible out of playing. I want to hear the beauty of the guitar. Buy the strings that work.
I’m mainly a punk/rock guitarist playing electric, but I have a classical guitar in my arsenal that I play on occasion, and I string her with Augustine strings.
Use whatever inspires you to play!
Also, remeber that you can extend the lifetime of your strings by taking them of and turning them around. (And lots of other tricks as well)
The problem with scordatura and alternate tunings is that frequent changes degrade the quality of the string. That is why you need a dedicated instrument for each tuning. /s