Question What are the most premium(ie expensive), standard(ie neutral) strings for an EBMM?

[tj1]

Thanks.

 

[vic_loher]

I'm not sure about premium, standard, etc. But, I usually use M-Steels, which came on my Cutlass and which I quickly put on my AL HH, I really like these strings. I use Slinkys on my Axis SSs.

I've tried the Paradym (sp?) strings and didn't really bond with them, but that's just my take.

Also, there is a section in this forum for strings, which may be helpful to you.

 

[johnnyboogie]

My preference is Elixir Nanoweb strings.

 

[TripHazard]

I’ve used Elixir’s but have recently been using RPS Coated titanium by ERnie Ball because I can’t 8s in Elixirs

 

[Flash Gordon]

I stumbled upon StringJoy out of Nashville. I’ve been trying out their Broadways Classic Super Light Gauge (9-40) Pure Nickel strings, and love them (on one of my Axis Tribute guitars). Pure nickel with a round core wire gives you that old school warm tone and shimmer, with a smooth playability. Down side is round core is not as durable as a hexagonal core.

Price does not necessarily correlate to performance. There is a ton of information online about how different metals and core shapes can influence the sound of your guitar and it’s specific construction (woods used, etc.), with your pick-ups. Best thing you can do is educate yourself on these differences and trial and error for string materials and gauge preferences for your tone and feel.

 

[Jp6Fanatic]

I use DR strings, the G string actually stays in tune with them so that's an instant win in my book

 

[Pops]

My preference is Elixir Nanoweb strings.

That is my preference too. 9's

 

[beej]

So, I'm not sure what the original question really means. "Premium" is in the eye of the beholder ... some strings have particular features that make them handy for a given purpose (e.g. RPS strings with the reinforced ball end, coated to prevent corrosion, etc). "Neutral" isn't really a thing with strings, since composition obviously affect their sonic qualities.

This is sort of turning into a "what kind of strings do you like" thread. Personally (and I'm not just saying this b/c this forum is owned by Ernie Ball / Music Man), I'm die hard EB fan. Started with something else, but wound up at EB and have always been happy (Slinkys, Cobalt, and Paradigm on various guitars).

 

[Jamie M]

Super Slinkys for me all the way. Used them for many many years

 

[V_S]

I use DR strings, the G string actually stays in tune with them so that's an instant win in my book

All the strings stay in tune... as long as strung on a MM.

 

[elvisdog]

super slinky 9-42. my finger-sweat kills strings fast so I need to change them pretty often -- don't want to get into fancy strings. love the sound of pure nickel but I can kill a set of those in a week.