I just replaced the strings on my acoustic guitar and the new ones have a metallic sound the resonates when I pick them. It is most noticable on the 5th and 6th. It sounds so harse. I don't kow what kind I had on previously, because someoe else bought them for me. Other than the color coding on the ends the only thing that looks different is the color of the strings themselves the old ones were more of a copper color and the new ones are closer to a silver color. I don't know if the old ones are that color because of age or a different material. The new strings are D'Addario EXP 80/20 bronze strings.
2007-02-06 14:34:27 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
They are EXP12
Medium
String guage size between the two look to be the same.
2007-02-06 14:56:57 · update #1
They would each sound different if you got the barritone brand. What is the # after the exp? Just edit your question.
Well the only other thing it could be is that you were so used to the sound of the broken in strings that when you do change an acoustic the strings will sound very kinda twangy or metallic as you say. After you play them and let them stretch to tune they will sound better. I have an Ibanez acoustic myself and when I change mine I have a twang metalic sound for a few days. I hope this helps.
2007-02-06 14:44:35 · answer #1 · answered by Cas813 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have the same guitar model FG-770S. I use ghs Acoustics Phosphor Bronze strings. They give a very good tone. I also have a Guitar book, it states that the neck should have some curve or bow. To check, hold in playing position. Use a steel rule on the fret at upper end where the neck joins the body. Sighting across the fingerboard measure the gap between the top of the endicated fret and the bottom of the string you are checking. First string 5/64 sixth string 3/32. Action height at the nut .020 from top of fret to bottom of all strings. If you can't get the right height you will have to work on the nut or the bridge and thrust rod. This is critical work, if you not good at this type of thing, take it to a shop and have them do the adjustments. I've had my Yamaha sense 1978 and have never had this peoblem. Altho I did have the first 5 frets replaced. Good luck and happy playing.
2016-05-24 01:45:33 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I went through several sets of strings until I found the sound I wanted. I bought a set of light gauge Martin strings and have never been more pleased . I made sure to go back and get a half dozen extra sets, to keep on hand. Your set of strings, might be to heavy for the sound you want. try different thicknesses and brands...you'll get what you want.
2007-02-06 14:45:13 · answer #3 · answered by john h 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Because most steel guitar strings are no longer pure bronze. They have a mixture of bronze along with phosphor.
It gives a brighter tone. Some manufacturers still make bronze strings, but you have to look harder for them.
2007-02-07 07:04:15 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you really want a good sound get some Ernie Ball Super Slinky strings....
2007-02-06 14:44:08 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
you have to wear them in! They will stretch and you will have nice bright strings then. Takes about a week.
2015-02-04 03:15:56 · answer #6 · answered by baby at work 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you should try nylon stringz.
I use D' Addario bronze stringz & I love em'
U probably have nickel stringz---
Nylon stringz will give you that acoustic folk guitar sound.
2007-02-06 14:41:52 · answer #7 · answered by Bruh Luuh 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋