Monthly Archives: May 2013

Fractional Cello Strings

Fractional Cello Strings from Larsen Strings Compared to the wide variety of cello strings available for full sized cellos, there are very few options for players of the fractional sized instruments. The fractional sized cello strings that are available are often just full sized strings that are sized for the smaller instruments. This often results […]

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Thoughts on Technique, Mechanics and Adjustment Points

Thoughts on Technique, Mechanics and Adjustment Points by Stanley Alexandrowicz (DMA, Manhattan School of Music) Correct and efficient technique is the “starting point” and pre-requisite for any type of musicality or interpretation. Technique should be thought of as a “higher level” stemming from the root-source of “mechanics.” Mechanics may be defined as “the efficient use […]

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Acoustic Guitar String Gauges – Strings By Mail

There are many factors that can make acoustic guitar strings differ from each other in looks, playability, and sound. Perhaps one of the biggest differences between acoustic string choices is the gauge of the strings, also known as the string’s thickness or tension.When choosing acoustic guitar strings, the string gauges are usually listed on the […]

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Electric Guitar Strings – Strings By Mail

The basic composition and functionality of electric guitar strings have remained relatively the same since they came into the mainstream back in the 1950’s, even as guitar string manufacturers adapted with the evolution of magnetic pickups in electric guitars. However, new manufacturing techniques, materials, and finishing processes are giving musicians many more options and are […]

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Classical Guitar Strings – Strings By Mail

Classical guitar strings, which are primarily used for the classical and flamenco repertoire, are constructed from materials such as nylon or fluorocarbon, and are then covered with windings of various metals or nylon. The traditional classical guitar strings made from gut and silk materials, such as the Pyramid Gut and Gut/Nylon , are still available […]

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