Strings and tuning issues in question.

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Re: Strings and tuning issues in question.

I use D'addario XL 115's on all my electrics, and they are all tuned to 440. My acoustic guitars are tuned in a variety of tunings using J17's (13 thru 56). If you are planning on tuning down I would recommend going up in thickness. If you go to Eb and you use 10's, go to 11's you wont notice much of a difference. If you go fro E to D, use 12's, you won't notice much of a difference in tension. Of course the tone will be much deeper.

Deeper tones is why I like Eb tuning.

Theboatcandream,

I really never hear a big difference between string brands but I do in feel. GHS Boomers feel really stiff and "new", even oily when first installed. DRs and D'Addarios feel broken in from the start. Not sure about Dean Markley. I have heard that DRs are inconsistent....not sure what that means.

I've been using GHS but have been thinking about making the switch to D'Addario or DR.

I have heard people say Dean Markley sound blah but I don't see how!

Many also say that GHS, and D'Addario are the most consistent. Maybe I'll stick with those plus you can find them in individual sizes.