I've been playing guitar for only four years although I've progressed in skill very quickly, and these strings made a MASSIVE difference in my sound quality. I thought that I needed a really expensive guitar in order to get great sound, and, although that's true to an extent, strings are just as important if not more important. I was using the D'addario Phosphor Bronze Custom Light (two levels smaller than medium gauge) because of recommendations from friends, and they just dulled so quickly and got covered in dead skin. The strings also weren't very easy to maneuver on with slides and chord changes.
I was pretty frustrated with D'addario, and I switched to Dean Markley Alchemy GoldBronze Medium Gauge strings, and they were definitely better than my previous strings I mentioned as using. I tried these strings because I had heard that Andy McKee uses them, but then I found out that he had switched to these strings, the EXPs, and I was skeptical at trying them at first because of my prior experience with D'addario and the fact that the Dean Markleys I was using at the time were better than my old D'addarios. However, I figured that, if Andy switched from the DMs to the EXPs, then I would follow suit. Andy McKee personally told me on his facebook that the EXPs were better in his opinion, so I took the plunge, and I don't regret it one bit.
These strings are absolutely amazing. Their sound quality is amazing, full, balanced, and long-lasting. I can maneuver much more easily on these strings. I'm just so pleased with them, and I don't see myself switching any time soon unless I somehow find better strings. Hopefully I will, but I think these will be my strings of choice for now.
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EXP NY Steel String Strength
D'Addario EXP strings are created using advanced proprietary machinery. Starting with a micro-coated wrap wire that is precision drawn, EXP strings with NY Steel are then wound normally to maintain feel and tone. The only difference a player will notice is that the string lifespan is a minimum of 4 times longer.
EXP NY Steel Pitch Stability
D'Addario EXP strings with NY Steel deliver the natural, vibrant sound of regular phosphor bronze and 80/20 bronze acoustic strings with an unparalleled pitch stability. EXP strings not only last substantially longer, but they hold their tune better than any competitor strings.
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| instrument | Acoustic Guitar | Acoustic Guitar | Acoustic Guitar | Acoustic Guitar | Acoustic Guitar | Acoustic Guitar |
| string material | Phosphor Bronze | Bronze | Phosphor Bronze | Phosphor Bronze | Phosphor Bronze | Phosphor Bronze |
| string gauge | Light | Light | Light | Light | Light | Light |
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This opinion is based on my small body guitars, a Gibson LG-3 and Eastman E15-SS, w/ Adirondack top, Rosewood back/sides and a 24-3/4" scale lengths.. I flatpick, fingerstyle and light strum on these without any issues.My usual strings are D'Addario EJ16, But I don't like the way they sound at first. Too bright, then perfect after a few days of playing them in.This is the string I settled on after bouncing around from Martin, Elixir, Ernie Ball etc.... Basically, I've been searching for a couple years for strings that match this guitar and I'v finally found them.These EXP16, are amazing right out of the pack.The strings are easier on my fingers and the squeaking from slides is less pronounced. The only thing I'd note, is that they are a little sticky when bending, but it's not a deal breaker. Again, I can't believe how loud and clear my little guitar is with these on it.I love this (Eastman) guitar a lot, and this made me appreciate just what a special guitar it is. I mean, this thing is already a little boom box, but with these strings it got even louder and clearer. I could't imagine getting a better sound than what I've got going with these strings.We'll have to wait and see how long they last, but if my experience with this manufacturer is any indicator, I won't be disappointed.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2018
Size: Light, 12-53Style: 1-PackVerified Purchase
This opinion is based on my small body guitars, a Gibson LG-3 and Eastman E15-SS, w/ Adirondack top, Rosewood back/sides and a 24-3/4" scale lengths.. I flatpick, fingerstyle and light strum on these without any issues.
My usual strings are D'Addario EJ16, But I don't like the way they sound at first. Too bright, then perfect after a few days of playing them in.This is the string I settled on after bouncing around from Martin, Elixir, Ernie Ball etc.... Basically, I've been searching for a couple years for strings that match this guitar and I'v finally found them.
These EXP16, are amazing right out of the pack.The strings are easier on my fingers and the squeaking from slides is less pronounced. The only thing I'd note, is that they are a little sticky when bending, but it's not a deal breaker. Again, I can't believe how loud and clear my little guitar is with these on it.
I love this (Eastman) guitar a lot, and this made me appreciate just what a special guitar it is. I mean, this thing is already a little boom box, but with these strings it got even louder and clearer. I could't imagine getting a better sound than what I've got going with these strings.We'll have to wait and see how long they last, but if my experience with this manufacturer is any indicator, I won't be disappointed.
My usual strings are D'Addario EJ16, But I don't like the way they sound at first. Too bright, then perfect after a few days of playing them in.This is the string I settled on after bouncing around from Martin, Elixir, Ernie Ball etc.... Basically, I've been searching for a couple years for strings that match this guitar and I'v finally found them.
These EXP16, are amazing right out of the pack.The strings are easier on my fingers and the squeaking from slides is less pronounced. The only thing I'd note, is that they are a little sticky when bending, but it's not a deal breaker. Again, I can't believe how loud and clear my little guitar is with these on it.
I love this (Eastman) guitar a lot, and this made me appreciate just what a special guitar it is. I mean, this thing is already a little boom box, but with these strings it got even louder and clearer. I could't imagine getting a better sound than what I've got going with these strings.We'll have to wait and see how long they last, but if my experience with this manufacturer is any indicator, I won't be disappointed.
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