JBH
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Pleased to join the uke forum.
I usually play on one of 3 Kala ''long neck'' sops. Though why the more expensive model seems tougher to play still remains a puzzle after a huge amount of action refinement, neck measuring, strings changes etc
THEN..............'the wrong string' saga.
The mystery 'wrong' strings: One of my cheaper Kala (SSL) models came strung with what appears to be an unusual set; they are lighter/thinner/more flexible yet absolutely in keeping with the look and feel of 'Super Nylgut' Aquila's which the label stated were factory fitted.
I've since purchased similar in soprano and concert/super +non-super etc...yet none are the same 'light' gauge?
Initially I disliked this 'lighter/flexible' string however I have since found my playing ability (speedy noodling/touch and fretting accuracy) is improved on the cheaper, odd-string SSL model which I would guess no one other than myself would prefer...at least initially.
There is a trade-off in volume, though of little consequence as all 3 models are currently bug-fitted; if I want more volume, I plug in.
These lighter strings are not going to last forever...and are starting to look difficult to replace; I would like to re-string but where did they come from, did the factory get a batch of lighter/experimental strings without knowing it? In my case, they turn a relatively competent player into something much more musical/expressive and with less fatigue...very useful when learning new material as well recording.
Your comments/thoughts would be appreciated...perhaps you have had a similar experience or know of truly 'light, bright, smooth' string alternative packs available?
I usually play on one of 3 Kala ''long neck'' sops. Though why the more expensive model seems tougher to play still remains a puzzle after a huge amount of action refinement, neck measuring, strings changes etc
THEN..............'the wrong string' saga.
The mystery 'wrong' strings: One of my cheaper Kala (SSL) models came strung with what appears to be an unusual set; they are lighter/thinner/more flexible yet absolutely in keeping with the look and feel of 'Super Nylgut' Aquila's which the label stated were factory fitted.
I've since purchased similar in soprano and concert/super +non-super etc...yet none are the same 'light' gauge?
Initially I disliked this 'lighter/flexible' string however I have since found my playing ability (speedy noodling/touch and fretting accuracy) is improved on the cheaper, odd-string SSL model which I would guess no one other than myself would prefer...at least initially.
There is a trade-off in volume, though of little consequence as all 3 models are currently bug-fitted; if I want more volume, I plug in.
These lighter strings are not going to last forever...and are starting to look difficult to replace; I would like to re-string but where did they come from, did the factory get a batch of lighter/experimental strings without knowing it? In my case, they turn a relatively competent player into something much more musical/expressive and with less fatigue...very useful when learning new material as well recording.
Your comments/thoughts would be appreciated...perhaps you have had a similar experience or know of truly 'light, bright, smooth' string alternative packs available?
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