Eric's Classical Strings H
Hannabach Silver Special 8151HT - 1st string (e) high tension
Hannabach Silver Special 8152HT - 2nd string (b) high tension
Knobloch CX Carbon 3rd G Medium Tension, single string
Savarez Cantiga Premium NT Classical Guitar Strings DAE, Bass Set
Creator: Eric
What instrument are they played on: 1968 Classical Jose Ramirez 1a Built by Ignacio M. Rojas, top/side/back woods: cedar and old growth wild indian rosewood pickup type if electric
Creator Description: "I've tried many string combinations, and the Cantiga Premium basses offer the best balance of power, clarity, good intonation, longevity, and warm tone. Some modern strings have too much going on, and although they sound good at first, they are too much. These basses bridge the gap between modern and old school. The Premium is not a sales gimmick; the difference between these and the regular Cantiga is night and day. They are a stiff but flexible string, which is nice; you can dig in, but they reset back into position quickly. They record well but are a little squeaky initially, so break them in. The Knobloch carbon G is the perfect transition between the basses and trebles and is warmer than most carbon. I'd typically go with D'addario EJ45 b and e, but the intonation and clarity of the Hannabach trebles work. They have balance, shimmering overtones. The Savarez New Cristal trebles are too bright and thin for my taste. The set is durable and lasts long, even when played heavily."
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