astrozombie
KatyPerryologist
I'm just wondering. I put a .11-.49 set on my jaguar for the show i had last saturday and theyre still going strong. i didnt wipe them down or anything after the show and my sweat can go through steel so..
How long do Elixir strings usually last?
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SlyFoxx
Glossless
Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
I use them on my number one acoustic. It's my gig axe so they take a beating. They keep their zing for a long time. I change them four times a year at most.
I used to use regular non-coated strings. I couldn't get more than one gig out of a set before they went dead. Elixir's might be expensive but they save me money in the long run because they last so long.
I use them on my number one acoustic. It's my gig axe so they take a beating. They keep their zing for a long time. I change them four times a year at most.
I used to use regular non-coated strings. I couldn't get more than one gig out of a set before they went dead. Elixir's might be expensive but they save me money in the long run because they last so long.
astrozombie
KatyPerryologist
Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
That's my reasoning. It may be my number 1 string brand from now on.
That's my reasoning. It may be my number 1 string brand from now on.
Ball&Chain
Active member
Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
To me they seem to last and stay fresh and slick feeling for a long time. The only problem ive seen and its not much of a problem really is the coating will flake off where you pick and collect underneath and around the pickup rings like most dust and debris. Ive not seen it wear off on the fretboard itself.
To me they seem to last and stay fresh and slick feeling for a long time. The only problem ive seen and its not much of a problem really is the coating will flake off where you pick and collect underneath and around the pickup rings like most dust and debris. Ive not seen it wear off on the fretboard itself.
John_L
New member
Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
Most strings last longer than you are told they do. Twenty years ago Dunlop ran an ad with Angus Young claiming that Angus could play two weeks of shows on one set of strings (According to John Diggins of JayDee guitars Angus' sweat is so acidic it eats through the wood and pickups of his guitars) These day's Dunlop run a similar ad with Joe Perry for their multipacks. I've never changed strings that much and never had a real problem. Thee to six months of semi regular gigging and everyday practice and they are fine.
Most strings last longer than you are told they do. Twenty years ago Dunlop ran an ad with Angus Young claiming that Angus could play two weeks of shows on one set of strings (According to John Diggins of JayDee guitars Angus' sweat is so acidic it eats through the wood and pickups of his guitars) These day's Dunlop run a similar ad with Joe Perry for their multipacks. I've never changed strings that much and never had a real problem. Thee to six months of semi regular gigging and everyday practice and they are fine.
lex666
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Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
I've left Elixirs on my acoustic for over a year with no perceptible change in tone. Only reason I changed them was because the coating started to come off...
If you get the chance, try out D'Addario EXP coated acoustic strings. They don't feel coated at all and there's no flaking. The tone lasts just as long as Elixirs and sound better IMO. They feel just like a normal un-coated strings but with all the benefits of a coated strings.
I've left Elixirs on my acoustic for over a year with no perceptible change in tone. Only reason I changed them was because the coating started to come off...
If you get the chance, try out D'Addario EXP coated acoustic strings. They don't feel coated at all and there's no flaking. The tone lasts just as long as Elixirs and sound better IMO. They feel just like a normal un-coated strings but with all the benefits of a coated strings.
Diego
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Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
D'addarios and Rotosounds barely last a month in my hands.
Now I'm using a 9-46 Elixir set on my Ibanez and they feel pretty close to new after 2 and a half months.
No kidding, they do last a lot and sound great.
Elixirs are my favorite strings, for good reason.
D'addarios and Rotosounds barely last a month in my hands.
Now I'm using a 9-46 Elixir set on my Ibanez and they feel pretty close to new after 2 and a half months.
No kidding, they do last a lot and sound great.
Elixirs are my favorite strings, for good reason.
aneyekay1
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Uk Ant
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Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
I originally switch to elixers on my acoustic last year and was so taken with them that they landed on my electrics as well as my bass (although Ibanez use their own coated strings for shipping anyway).
Been over six months and I'm only now starting to think perhaps they need replacing.
Usually strings last a week or two with me. Even with regular fast fret cleaning my hands are just too darn sweaty.
Only time I go back to non coated strings is when I know I'll be tinkering with pickups.
For me they're twice the price and last three times as long... possibly longer.
They really are worth the dosh.
Please note other coated strings are available.
I originally switch to elixers on my acoustic last year and was so taken with them that they landed on my electrics as well as my bass (although Ibanez use their own coated strings for shipping anyway).
Been over six months and I'm only now starting to think perhaps they need replacing.
Usually strings last a week or two with me. Even with regular fast fret cleaning my hands are just too darn sweaty.
Only time I go back to non coated strings is when I know I'll be tinkering with pickups.
For me they're twice the price and last three times as long... possibly longer.
They really are worth the dosh.
Please note other coated strings are available.
Jackson Distortion
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Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
I don't like Exlir's because they're too slick for my fretting fingers and the pick. Plus, they don't bend as easily as some uncoated strings. Also, I don't like the 'coated' tone - which exsists despite some manufacturer claims. Although D'Addario coated strings weren't bad.
I don't like Exlir's because they're too slick for my fretting fingers and the pick. Plus, they don't bend as easily as some uncoated strings. Also, I don't like the 'coated' tone - which exsists despite some manufacturer claims. Although D'Addario coated strings weren't bad.
ImmortalSix
John Mayer's Mankini
Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
blueman335
Mojo's Minions
Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
No hard and fast rules. It'll vary with your individual body chemistry (and maybe your diet somewhat); some guys can ruin strings in a night, with others they can last weeks or months. Also your playing style and propensity to perspire make a big difference.
No hard and fast rules. It'll vary with your individual body chemistry (and maybe your diet somewhat); some guys can ruin strings in a night, with others they can last weeks or months. Also your playing style and propensity to perspire make a big difference.
jcthejester13
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Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
I swear by Elixir nanowebs. I use them on all my guitars.
I swear by Elixir nanowebs. I use them on all my guitars.
FuseG4
Our Neighbor Totoro
Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
Those nanowebs don't feel any different to me from regular strings and I get a good 3 months out of them.
The last two packs I bought from them had the high E snap a few minutes after tuning to pitch the first time. I asked them about it as I've been buying them for a few years and that's never happened, and they said they'd send me 2 .009 E's and then a whole extra set just to satisfy me.
Good strings from a good company. Not for everybody, but definitely for me.
Those nanowebs don't feel any different to me from regular strings and I get a good 3 months out of them.
The last two packs I bought from them had the high E snap a few minutes after tuning to pitch the first time. I asked them about it as I've been buying them for a few years and that's never happened, and they said they'd send me 2 .009 E's and then a whole extra set just to satisfy me.
Good strings from a good company. Not for everybody, but definitely for me.
astrozombie
KatyPerryologist
Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
How'd you do that?! I broke some strings i was trying to put on my strat!
How'd you do that?! I broke some strings i was trying to put on my strat!
FuseG4
Our Neighbor Totoro
Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
contact them here
just fill out the stuff correctly and then explain to them what happened. If you're polite they'll get back to you and let you know what they can do, I guess.
contact them here
just fill out the stuff correctly and then explain to them what happened. If you're polite they'll get back to you and let you know what they can do, I guess.
astrozombie
KatyPerryologist
FuseG4
Our Neighbor Totoro
Re: How long do Elixir strings usually last?
yeah I was surprised when they hooked me up, I hope they do the same for you
yeah I was surprised when they hooked me up, I hope they do the same for you
astrozombie
KatyPerryologist
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