Will try to second set on something else. D’Addario Classical Guitar Strings. Everything is now back to normal. $24.99 . Forum Classifieds Tab All other pages. The Unofficial Martin Guitar Forum > Guitars > Technical Info > D'Addario XT Acosutic strings. They are a little brighter than EXPs (in a good way) and remind me of the EJs in sound and feel. The Unofficial Martin Guitar Forum > Guitars > Technical Info > D Addario Uncoated vs EXP vs XT string tension question. Forums > Music Discussion > Gear & Equipment > New D'addario XT strings Discussion in 'Gear & Equipment' started by AkiraSpectrum, Aug 19, 2019. When I was playing regular gigs, I would change my EJs once a week or every two gigs. D'Addario XT Nickel Bass String Set Long Scale - 4-String 45-100 Light XTB45100. Will give em that. Forums. Just set up a guitar with a set today and the D string had a bunch of extra winding right in the middle of the string. Rig-Talk. I seem to remember that you and I had a similar experience with the beta tested strings so I am happy to hear your assessment of the final product. What are your experiences? As with the Gibson, the Collings sounded and felt even better than ever with the fresh strings, which seemed to highlight the sonic attributes of its Adirondack spruce and mahogany body. Try D'Addario XTM1140 XT Phosphor Bronze Mandolin Strings. D'Addario XT strings combine high carbon steel cores with an advanced corrosion resistance treatment, giving you enhanced break resistance, pitch stability, and long-lasting performance––all while preserving the tone and feel of your favorite uncoated strings. I just ordered a set of PB mediums to try. Show 30 post(s) from this thread on one page, https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/0bgAA...gX/s-l1600.jpg. Thanks for the review! D’addario are my favorite strings, and Dustin’s comment about liking these better than EJ or EXP sold me. D’Addario Half Set with Hybrid Carbon G Hard Tension – I use these for solo playing. Highly recommended. Discussion Forum. I like the feel of the EXPs but they can be really noisy depending on playing style, whether left-hand technique or right-hand finger picking. Just put a set of D'Addario XT PB 13's on my Larrivee. Show 30 post(s) from this thread on one page. XT strings are available for a full range of fretted instruments—acoustic, electric, classical, and bass guitar, plus mandolin and banjo. Judging by the tension charts, it seems that the standard equivalent D'Addario XL 130 has the same tension as their NYXL, so it's the D'Addario vs. EB difference that adds a little tension, not the NYXL vs. XL. Considering that the EXPs and XTs last 3-4 times as long as the EJs, they are a good deal. I tried a set of the new Martin Lifespans and liked them pretty well. D'Addario XT Nickel Bass String Set Long Scale - 5-String 45-130 Light XTB45130. They look and feel almost identical to Martin Lifespan 2.0's to me. I did hear a bit of "zinginess" for a while though. It suffered a complete loss of volume and the G-string was tubby. Age: 64 … After a couple of weeks mine have settled in. Why bother, when D’Addarios works, feel and sounds great. The XT's feel almost like and uncoated string - at least in comparison to the EXP's (which were my favorite coated string - until now). Always with customised added value for musicians. I bought a set of PB lights in the D'addario XT just to see how they measure up to the Martins (won't ship until tomorrow). Their new XT line is the best strings I've ever used. Low Stock. michael55tele. Available for 6 and 12-string acoustic guitar ranging from extra-light to medium gauges. The EXPs and XTs are worth it. It all comes down to preference what one likes but to me they feel and sound like a midway point between the non-coated EJs and the elixir-esque EXP's. Page 2 of 2 < Prev 1 2. Luckily, I had a new set of EXP74's and put them on after a one week XT test. I took them off and put something else on. Our Sales Engineers are a world-class team of music gear experts whose sole job is to provide you with helpful advice and unparalleled … Registered Member. 701 80. Search this forum only. Has anyone tried the new XT P.B. Rig-Talk Discussions. Threw on a set of XT strings on my Strat a few days ago to replace the good ole Ernie Balls. $29.99. It's funny but I didn't experience the "zingy" some of you have mentioned. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. £17.50. The only real rival to D’Addario, apart from some boutique manufacturers like Stringjoy, is Martin strings. XT Daddario string review Discussion in 'Other Guitars, other instruments' started by RoCkstAr256, Dec 25, 2019. Hide these Google ads: join the Players Union! D'Addario EXP Coated XL Nickel Bass String Set Super Long Scale - 4-String 45-100 Light EXP170SL. At JustStrings, EJs sell for about $7.00. For acoustic guitar, the series includes phosphor bronze and 80/20 bronze alloys in all the usual gauges. How is the string squeak on these new D’Addario strings? Re: Your Thoughts On D'Addario XT Strings I've had a set of (.11-.40) XT's on my 2010 Weber Fern A model for about a month and I'm pleased with how (for a mandolin) they seem to stay in tune during a two hour weekly jam and practice time between sessions. D'Addario XT Acoustic Guitar Strings. I've got a set of them for my HD-28 but the Lifespan 2.0 I have on there still have some life in them but all these great reviews have me tempted to go ahead and put them on there today. Main marketing point seems to be how long they last, so obviously I can't comment on that yet. I did recently have a set of EXP 80/20 lights on my carbon fiber and was pretty pleased with them. Registered Member. Recent Posts; More... Fender Stratocaster Guitar Forum. It stems from the different alloys used by the two companies. Change Avatar. Home; Brands; D'Addario; Electric Bass Strings; XT Nickel Wound; XT Nickel Wound. Thanks, rokdog. So far the XT’s are REALLY thin and brittle. I really like D’Addario but did not like these XT’s on my rosewood Yamaha. List of the products from manufacturer D'Addario. xt classical Featuring a combination of our premium, precisely intonating Pro-Arte trebles and our proprietary, corrosion resistant Composite basses, D'Addario XT Classical strings deliver dynamic response and enduring tone – every time. They mellowed out (lost the crazy zing of new strings) quickly enough, but have settled in with the warmth I love of PB strings. Based on your experience XTs are going on the 15 next string change...:D. I’m really digging them, myself. I’ve got SC Mids on my J-15 now and it sounds great. They have a few hours of play after a lot of initial stretching. 584 Posts #9 • 4 mo ago. They look and feel almost identical to Martin Lifespan 2.0's to me. 779 Banjo Lovers Online . Notable Members ; Current Visitors; Recent Activity; New Profile Posts; www.prsguitars.com; Menu. So far, they sound and feel great. Hmmmm. XT’s def have some chime. Search this forum only. https://www.eastmanguitarfans.com; Daddario xt strings. Thanks for the review. I ordered a couple sets of PB and 80/20's the other day and look forward to trying them. Share with: Link: Copy link. Main product features are: A great option for strength and tuning stability. They sent me home from NAMM with 5 sets of the XT's and I loved them. Does anyone have experience with both, how do they compare. Supremely effective coating. I use Elixir not just because of necessity, but I like they way the sound. 701 80. Low Stock. A big thumbs down for me on the XT's. Welcome to Eastman Guitar Fans! I am assuming these will be replacing the EXP. Copyright ©2000 - 2020, The Acoustic Guitar Forum. Hurry! It's been a while but I do not remember feeling a tension difference from the Elixir PBs that I had/have been using. 42 6. Looking forward to trying them on the Larrivee. 8 posts D'Addario XT Acosutic strings D'Addario XT Acosutic strings . Post Dec 08, 2019 #1 2019-12-08T03:37. Share with: Link: Copy link. The XT's feel almost like and uncoated string - at least in comparison to the EXP's (which were my favorite coated string - … Innovative strings. A couple of years ago I tried a set of D'Addario EXPs in Light guage on my 414ce. Post Oct 05, 2019 #1 2019-10-05T00:31. They’re pricey, but dang I like ‘em. Way back when I signed on to be a Beta Tester for some new super duper string D'Addario was testing. Always … Premier Sponsors. $34.99. If you continue, we will assume that you agree to our privacy policy which includes details of cookie usage. bill dedrick. Share. Eastman Guitar Fans Around the campfire General Chatter Daddario xt strings. Really good strings! It’s great having the smooth warm nylon on E and B but a tighter sounding G. The carbon G really cleans up the balance and sound. Don't know for sure that they are replacements for EXPs, but I wouldn't mind a bit. Home Forums > Main Stratocaster Guitar Discussion Forum > Other Guitar Discussion > NSD - D'Addario XT 10-46 Discussion in 'Other Guitar Discussion' started by gjohnson441496, Oct 15, 2019. New Reply #1. The tone was similar at first but they did not last nearly as long before the tone began to decline. Apart from the shop, you can discover a wide variety of additional things - forums, apps, blogs, and much more. Joined: Mar 19, 2012 Location: Northern … I did notice that the EXPs felt more like uncoated strings and tended to squeak more than the Nanos. I got one of those free sets of XTs a few weeks ago, but have really been busy and haven't had time to mess around with my guitars (other than playing lately). New D'Addario XT Nickel Plated Steel Electric Guitar Strings, Light with the Best Price and Quality, Buy Now Directly from AMAZON + FREE Shipping. There is a warmth that good PB’s have that just floats my boat, and these have maintained that for two weeks, even with changing tunings more than usual. XTs are $12.99. StevenC SS.org Regular. Gonna have to wait to try them on my main guitar as I just restrung it so I think I'll start with the Yamaha LL-TA as I've read some people not liking them on that guitar. Options to suit all styles. bill dedrick. View at Gear 4 Music. Do these things warm over time? Display results as threads; Useful Searches. Members. Discuss … Price: From $14.99/£13 | Spec: phosphor bronze and 80/20 bronze options. I honestly don't know why one should opt for boutique strings, because the thing is so simple, and yet — it exists. Just put a set of D'Addario XT PB 13's on my Larrivee. This is a friendly online community of Eastman Guitar players and owners; Registration is free - come and join the discussion! Tags: d'addario xt; gjohnson441496 Senior Stratmaster. Anyone try D'Addario XT strings yet? Share. The feel is where I really appreciate D'Addario's work. Search Forums; Recent Posts; Members. The tuning stability is excellent. I like the feel of the EXPs but they can be really noisy depending on playing style, whether left-hand technique or right-hand finger picking. But I’ve got two sets of the new XTs sitting here and I’ve been itching to give them a try on one of my guitars. 12 posts D Addario Uncoated vs EXP vs XT string tension question D Addario Uncoated vs EXP vs XT string tension question. EXPs are about $12.60. I would say the sound is similar with the XT's being marginally brighter. These are strings made to stay, with uncompromising performance that never fades away. How is the string squeak on these new D’Addario strings? Kinda missing my bargain bin strings. I went thru 4 packs of strings in as many weeks..Martins were on it when I got em..just a reg pack of martin then I went to Elixir pb nano surprisingly good...then Dadario. I never like Pro Arte strings much until now. As they have done previously with NYXL, they will likely expand the range over the next couple of years to include the more specialist string gauges such as Balanced Tension, 7/8 String, Drop Tuning and Singles. Re: Anyone try D'Addario XT strings yet? Log in; Register; SevenString.org. I've been using the EXP phosphor bronze strings for the last five years, they're everything they are supposed to be, bright, balanced and long lasting. However, this upcoming weekend I have some time on my hands, so once I open up my tele and find out what's wrong with my electronics (the four-way switch kit from Emerson I installed is currently only making static in positions 1 and 3 - I figure I may need to deepen the control cavity and resolder - hope that doesn't take too long!) So far, they sound and feel great. Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11Copyright ©2000 - 2021, vBulletin Solutions Inc. On the face of it, they would appear to offer a slightly cheaper alternative to Elixirs (at least here in the UK). View at Gear 4 Music. Maybe a great string for overwound pups. Last week I installed a set of 11.5 to 40 XT's on my Gibson Master Model and my mandolin sounded terrible. Apart from the shop, you can discover a wide variety of additional things - forums, apps, blogs, and much more. Log in; Sign up; Official PRS Guitars Forum. D'Addario launch the XT String with a wide range of types and gauges. I beta-tested a few of the predecessors over the past two years or so, and hadn't really been blown away. Messages: 3,854 Likes Received: 2,629. Coated strings mitigate the corrosion a little bit but we all know how they affect feel and tone. I've put them on all my guitars. Wonder if this is the same ‘lifespan’ treatment used by Martin, or just an unfortunate choice of words? I noticed that these have recently been released and was wondering whether anyone has had a opportunity to evaluate them. They are my favorite string for my Eastman 00 12 fret. I plan on putting those bad boys on my Rainsong Shorty SG. Forums > Guitars and Amplifiers > Acoustic Guitars. The new XTs are NYXL strings (carbon-steel hex cores) with the EXP anti-corrosion finish, they're awesome and well worth the money. Great tuning stability. Dec 25, 2019 #1. 04-10-2020, 04:08 PM. Here’s hoping for some buy one get one specials during the Holidays! Recent Posts; Menu Forums. D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar String Set 12-53 Light XTAPB1253.012p .016p .024w .032w .042w .053w; D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings produce a warm bright and well balanced tone for all kinds of acoustic guitars and last up … Cookies help us improve performance, enhance user experience and deliver our services. D'Addario XT Acoustic Phosphor Bronze strings combine our most popular acoustic alloy with an advanced corrosion resistance treatment on every string in the set, preserving the natural tone and feel of uncoated strings. I actually pulled EXP's off in order to try the XT's. On the back of the packet it says they have ‘an extended lifespan treatment’. New Releases. Quick Links. 42 6. DukeS EGF Member 9 - 150. anyone try the D'addario XT electrics? Lots of input on these string in other threads about them - search for them - overall input seems positive. They have a non coated feel but a coated longevity. I'll report in after they settle in a few days. Useful Searches. Next set I buy will go on my Larrivee so I can do the other side of the string comparison I did the other day with the XT. Both 10-52. Search this forum only. EXTENDED LIFE. Good strings. But if the XTs hold up to Acid hands as well as Elixir’s and sound good then I will have to give them a try. Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11Copyright ©2000 - 2021, vBulletin Solutions Inc. Quick Links. Always with customised added value for musicians. After receiving them and having them on for a few days my reaction was kind of ...meh. Needless to say it did not work. Copyright ©2000 - 2020, The Acoustic Guitar Forum. Buy Now . Always … £13. Ordered a couple of sets of 12s for the Lowdens....fingers crossed. Haven't really found THE set of strings for that, yet, so I'm hoping these will work well on that guitar. The feel is where I really appreciate D'Addario's work. I actually pulled EXP's off in order to try the XT's. I plan to put the XTs on my spruce/mahogany Kramer. Seems like a good place to start. CEO Jim D’Addario says: “The XT Series is the first to pioneer an extended lifespan treatment that is both thin and light enough to allow for no perceptible difference in tone and feel between this extended-life string and a player’s favorite uncoated D’Addario set.” michael55tele. Better price point than the EXPs ($13 instead of $15), slightly softer, smoother feel IMO. they are good strings I just got a new D 18 sinker mahog. I would say the sound is similar with the XT's being marginally brighter. Recent Posts; Menu. D'addario sent me a set of Medium PB XT's (13-56) but I haven't tried them yet, mainly because I think I'm going to just use lights and bluegrass gauge from now on. Forum. No matter how well I wash my hands before I play, no matter how much I wipe the guitar down, my strings are just dead after a week or two. Forums. 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