Quote from Forum Archives on September 10, 2009, 3:53 pm

Posted by: stravis <stravis@...>

I tried EXP's and in four sets they died (very dead) in less than 10
hours of play time. They did sound much like EJ-17's, for for a coated
string, they had no life. I have friends who have had spotty luck with
EXP's so after trying Alchemy's as far as I know, they are still using
them. Many of the guys on Flatpick-L have reported string breakage with
Elixers also.

Try a set of both Alchemy strings on your guitar. Give each at least a
week to settle in because on some guitars, they (especially GoldBronz
can seem bright. My Rosewood/Sitka CB Vintage Bone likes both, but
GoldBronz is more of an 80/20 string sound while GoldPhos is a more
Phosphor Bronze (darker) tone. Some guitars need the bright boost,
like some smartwood, nato, or laminated back and side instruments.
Mahogany guitars are already brighter than rosewood and may seem jangly
with a brighter string.

Bottom line is that your ears and your fingers will have to choose the
strings. I pay little attention to the preferences of salesmen. Their
often driven by promotion bonuses. My experience with Dean Markley has
been very good, and the long consistent life has made them very
economical. BTW,..Alchemy strings look a bit odd. They are gold in
color in contrast to the redish or brassy look of other strings. I
happen to like the look once it settled in.

All the best.
Stan

Bryan Thomas wrote:
> *Stan. Thanks! A salesman at Guitar Center didn't have anything
> good to say about the Alchemy strings. He also kept saying Elixir's G
> sttngs break all the time. His choice (and what he kept pitching to
> me) was EXP.*
> **
> *I've seen a place online (Strings and Beyond) that have the Alchemy
> strings for either $7.99 or $8.99, can't remember which offhand.
> Might be worth a try.*
> **
> *Thanks.*
> **
> *BJ of Indiana*
> **
> **
>
>
>
> --- On *Wed, 9/9/09, Stan Travis /<stravis@charter.net>/* wrote:
>
>
> From: Stan Travis <stravis@charter.net>
> Subject: Re: [ChristianGuitar] Re: acoustic string choice?
> To: christianguitar@welovegod.org
> Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2009, 7:23 PM
>
> Hey Bryan. I used to use Elixers just because they lasted so
> long, but never did like the slick feel or the tone. They sounded
> okay, but never as alive as say D'Addario (sp?) EJ-17s. After
> trying several coated strings for extended periods, a friend gave
> me a set of Dean Markley Alchemy strings. I fell in love with
> them. They have the tone, ring and bells of top quality strings
> and they last for months. I play a lot, and get on average five
> to six months out of a set. They're around $13.00 a set, but at
> $2 to $3 a month playing 1 to 3 hours a day, I call that a
> bargain. There are two types of Alchemy string. Gold Phos, and
> Gold Bronz. On the Alvarez, I'd recommend starting with Gold
> Bronz. If they prove too bright then Gold Phos will likely fit
> the bill.
> I've used premium strings from Martin, DR, D'Addario, Elixer, and
> several others. I loved the sound of DR's but they didn't last
> and on occasion I'd get dead strings. I have never been as
> satisfied with anything as I am the Dean Markley's.
>
> Best to ya
> Stan
>
>
> Bryan Thomas wrote:
> > My Alvarez acoustic-electric came with Elixir's. I like them
> and want to continue to have great strings (duh!). However, i'm
> looking for a more economical brand and type, etc. Any
> suggestions, experiences?
> >
> > Bought a set of Ernie Ball "Earthwoods" for my third guitar...an
> Applause (ovation) a/e. They sound great, but it's only been
> three days or so. Got them on sale for about $4.50. That's
> primarily what sold them.
> >
> > I've seen some online sales on Martin SP+ strings. Has anyone
> used them or know someone who has?
> >
> > Thanks...
> >
> > BJ of Indiana
> >
> >
> >
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