Trying Every Type of Acoustic Guitar String

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[@felipe_toledo]

Strumming: 0:00 80/20 Bronze 0:08 80/20 Bronze XT 0:15 Phosphor Bronze 0:23 Phosphor Bronze XT 0:30 Phosphor Bronze XS 0:37 Nickel Bronze 0:44 Phosphor Bronze Flat Tops 0:51 Silk and Steel

[@daddarioandco]

Welcome to the D'Addario family, Marty!

[@Mullinz80]

Best strings made 💯💯🤘🤘🤘

[@nicholasmoore7659]

Love the strings! Great cables as well.

[@nesta8518]

Only strings I use

[@Pharmaster1985]

Playing guitar since almost 20years, always played D'Addario

[@javierdiazsantana]

Heck yeah! Greatest strings i know, the only ones i use on electric and acoustic!

[@MartyMusic]

Thank you again to D'Addario for sponsoring today's video: ddar.io/marty

[@yogi-777]

Where's the pure nickle ?

[@chucks6318]

Marty, thanks much. Have you ever checked out Santa Cruz Parabolic Tension Strings? Worth a look. A bit pricey though.

[@bentalley7277]

YEAH THEY ARE THE CADDIES OF STRINGS

[@dylanwall813]

I cant imagine how much time you went through changing strings every few minutes

[@thatoneannoyingclown4996]

im guessing like couple hours at most

[@chrisdmuc]

@Atlas Conrad lol that’s so random

[@shawnhorton2000]

3 hours, 17 mins according to Marty

[@AchillesWrath1]

Wanna change mine? I hate changing strings, such a tedious task. Not really but i loathe it for some reason. I just want to play!

[@TriGrutt]

My words, exactly. Also, 0.12 and that many times? The eternal fear of guitarists of being plucked in the eye is true…

[@williamshiver3480]

You are such a great teacher. An example of a musician, it ain't what you do, it's who you are. The joy music gives you comes through on every video. I appreciate you. I'm an old guy and just started singing again after years of zero confidence and am learning guitar from you. You are a giver of a very tangible gift. Peace

[@williamshiver3480]

@@AnNWordCook-rq6fk great advice and comments. Thank you.

[@jcburger733]

Hey Marty, thanks for trying every type of Acoustic Guitar String for us. Found the lesson to be very informative. It would take me years to try all those different type of string. My go to acoustic strings are the Medium D'Addario Phosphor Bronze strings.

[@davidklepinger4809]

Silk and Steel are fun for finger style. They don’t last as long, but I love the feel of them when I play with my fingertips.

[@robertrhinier421]

Thanks SO SO Much! I have always used D'Addario since beginning to play in the 80's on my acoustics. Huge fan of the Phosphor Bronze mediums for their amazing bright highs, crisp mids and boomy bottom end on my guitars. You have got me to consider switching one of my guitars to the Steel and Silk for a different sound for finger picking songs. Thanks for a great piece and thank you D"Addario for such great strings!!

[@caulkmaster1771]

Man. Love listening to ya play. You've been my guitar teacher since I was like 14. I'm 27 now lol

[@vincentforget472]

Currently researching what strings I want to put on my acoustic next and I stumbled on your video and it's great to see the in depth comparison you make. I remember watching some of your tutorial videos back when I JUST started learning and now that I'm more experienced it's great to see that you can still teach me much about guitar playing in so many ways.

[@guitargravy4946]

I can't tell you enough how much I wanted a video like this, thanks man 🤘

[@joestrong1966]

Now I can't wait to see one about electric guitar strings!

[@michael_caz_nyc]

Me too.

[@taranjeetpanesar1113]

Great lesson! Really admire your skill!

[@T.C..]

Such a nice calm way to spend a Sunday morning. Thanks for the lesson Marty.

[@sicroyalty]

Thank you for this video, I was about to buy some flat tops because it said they were more mellow on the back of the d'darrio pack so I thought that meant it toned the mid and treble down but this made me realize I needed to move up from phosphor bronze for a more full tone

[@davidpatrick1813]

So much is set in the wood and guitar itself too.

[@roosky203]

This video pops up while I'm waiting for UPS to arrive with my 80/20 XT Medium gauge's. God I love these strings. Great video, Marty! Not a lot of good quality comparisons if any at all on KZbin, you're killing it!

[@nathanlienard8820]

You could string up shoelaces on that J45 and make it sing brutha. Thanks for doing this comparison!

[@TaliCali-k6b]

0:01 80/20 bronze Great for songs like broken dreams of boulevard. 0:37 nickel bronze Great for songs like knocking on heaven's door 0:51 silk and steel Amazing for songs like fade into you by mazzy star

[@jeffberkley7812]

Great video. It's your playing that I really diggin! I'm coming back to try your progressions.

[@jamesdodd5787]

thanks Marty for the string choices video. sure help me out picking the right strings. again thank you

[@annebeck58]

Gotta say, I love the d'adarios for my mandolin. But, for this guitar, I LOVE, love, love, the phosphor-bronze-wrapped earthwood, ultra-light (because I have ultra-tiny fingers and hands!) I love the way they sound, particularly when strumming with fingers..., and love that they don't callous my fingertips to the point of not feeling anything (sorry d'adario!) The strings I get are 10-50. Why work harder than I have to, right? In fact, I'm getting a pack of strings, today, in the mail.., along with some egg-shakers, to help with the tempo (one hopes!)

[@jimmythefish]

Recent silk and steel convert for my D28. Lovely easy feel for the fingers and a nice mellow tone.

[@markcorliss3059]

That's nice to know Marty I've used Martin Marques and Elixer. I wear out strings fast. Thanx for this presentation. There is a hugh difference and this video really points em. Thanx Marty

[@robertdiehl1281]

Thanks for this. Lots of work changing strings. Good stuff.

[@colej3360]

Nickel Bronze been my go to for a couple of years and I don't intend on moving on. So well balanced. I definitely think they do capture the guitar's natural tone.

[@silasfrye2025]

Marty: “I wish I was better at changing my strings” 30 minutes later... “I GOT IT!”

[@telboy1966manu]

Marty your dedication to the cause is amazing, thank you for making these videos... always informative and entertaining!!

[@MrAndCad]

This video is awesome Marty.... there are tons of these out there but this one is a lot more informative. Thanks bru!

[@0713mas]

I do this every time I change strings on my new guitar, until I settle on what sounds best. My Takamine drednaught sounds great with flattops and if you rosen up your fiddle bow you can bow full chords on your guitar with them! I love the Xts and I have a parlor thats sounds best with the silk and steels

[@splashesin8]

😄 That was fun there coming upon the thirteen mark. 😁 I think I like next ones even a little better though! I do like those over tones❣️✨ "In a little cabaret, in a South Texas border town, sat a boy and his guitar, and the people came from all around, and he would play, ..." 🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎶🎶🎶 I really appreciate this. Thanks Marty! 😊💕

[@minamikhael3450]

Thx man ive been binge whatching all your videos and they are perfect

[@ninjazxd]

Ooh those silk and steel strings may be the ticket to me learning my guitar. Plus I love that sound.

[@Walkerl62]

What a brilliant video! Thank you for putting this out. Obviously took a great deal of time to compile.

[@prateekbhardwaj9943]

yeah so much effort to changing strings on the same guitar

[@lilycat1694]

Awesome Marty. Thanks for this strings comparison!! Love D’Addario strings, and use the EJ 16’s on my Seagull guitar.

[@fred4664]

Marty, great review and helpful information. I’ve mostly played Daddario Phosphor Bronze custom light but recently tried their silk and steel. I too found them to take less finger pressure. As an older player (75) they are a good choice.

[@romantrotta4192]

Disclaimer: Dozens of perfectly good guitar strings were harmed in the making of this video. At least they met their demise for an excellent, informative video. Well done, Marty....as always.

[@mmundell11]

😂

[@soundofsue8198]

Great video, you can hear the differences very well👍 nice playing Marty🎶🎸thanks, i love it!

[@OrthodoxMidwife]

I love playing guitar and my preferred style is fingerpicking folk music. I will definitely be trying the silk and steel set, you play them beautifully ❤️

[@thechosengirlreviews]

Very helpful video in picking out new strings for my acoustic.

[@lurklingX]

thank you. between this and another video, pretty sure it's the nickel bronze for me. just picked up a *used Gretsch G3101 historic series acoustic* . sounds gorgeous. no idea what the strings are unfortunately or i'd get more. someone broke off the high E also. i just want this same sound it's got and i don't want new strings to ruin it. whole thing resonates like the voice is a big one bursting from a tiny body. super comfortable, not massive. i love this thing!

[@isaiahjudeofilanda909]

Marty made me want to play my old guitar again. Thanks dude!

[@misinformationwithrandy]

Thanks for taking the time to do this. It's really informative!

[@cmmbsnyder55]

Thanks for the video, Marty. I'm trying to learn slide guitar and the flat tops might be a good choice.

[@dirkjanklijn9949]

You tried every D'addario acoustic string, so much more flavors in the world of acoustic strings.

[@cutchopweld5717]

Played DR sunshine for 20 years. Didn't think I would ever find strings I would like better. 6 mos ago I bought a Seagull Artist strung factory with their Godin High Definition A6 lights (Acoustic phosphor bronze). now there is no going back. Both guitars now strung with Godin's and never sounded better!

[@samcgilbert]

Thanks Marty! Was looking for a vid like this

[@MrTkeddo]

I’ve got my first Phosphor Bronze set on order as I’ve got myself a electro acoustic and crossed to the other side as I’ve been a bassist for 30 years and apart from my bassist sausage fingers I’m having fun learning.

[@pherman8852]

Wow…that’s so much work changing all of those strings bud. Thank you for the effort sir!!!!

[@kevindonahue7355]

You are the coolest guy out there I'm getting them love the sound so much thanks for your input on them you make it so much fun wish I had a gibson guitar like yours I have a yamaha apx 600 god bless take care look forward to see more you tube videos

[@jenniferraglin52067]

Thank You So Much Marty... I'm A Beginner And Have Changed My Strings Twice And There Was A Difference In Them But Wasn't Sure. Now I Know 😊

[@RyanDodds42069]

Been watching your videos fir 10 years easy, been stringing my own guitar for about 4/5 I used to use medium martins strings but since switched to d’adario I first tried the red ones ( I believe they are thicker) but really hurt when I was busking for a long time, I’ve since switched to the blue and I think they are definitely the best although I really liked the phosphor bronze strings, they sounded really changy and in your face 😊 Bless You Sir 🤘🏻

[@jkapoki1367]

This video is so helpful. Bless you sir 🙏

[@jye.acoustic]

I’ve been using D’darrio phospur bronze on my semi acoustic with a pair of humbuckers for years... a few folk have said best with nickel but i find with phosphur bronze there is a warmer tone and is less harsh as the megnetic field picks up more of the steel string core only rather than the full nickel core and winding combined... 🤗 Recently changed the top E to B 18 gauge which was a 10 to 52 now 18 to 52 for a warmer tone...as i mainly use it for rhythem only anyways. Worth a try 👍🏼

[@joshnorko5586]

The amount of time and effort this took...thanks marty!

[@berryzbridge3210]

Marty I need this video!

[@PurpleSpikedPig]

Marty your the man! Thanks for the quality video!

[@love4boost]

I always use the 80/20XT and have been using solely D’Addario my entire time playing which is just about 20 years. But if something else grabs my attention I’ll get back to you and try them

[@172turtla]

Thanks Marty, this was a very informative video.

[@scottakam]

Thanks Marty. I'm still searching for acoustic strings I really like. The flat tops look interesting.

[@MrCoffeekelly]

If you're searching for strings you really like it's a different guitar you should be searching for.

[@leshata6402]

The way you play that guitar, Sir... I'm inspired ✨

[@stanrubin9409]

Silk and steels, love them.

[@hepgeoff]

Great demo! That must have taken some time to swap out those strings so many times. Now I can't decide what strings to get for my Taylor. They all sound great. Leaning towards the Phosphor Bronze Flat Tops.

[@davenoronha9876]

Yea we the elite fans 👊 love ur stuff Marty 👌

[@Gavins5257]

Hey Marty love your lessons. I’m trying to really challenge myself and was wondering if you could do a lesson on crazy on you by heart. Hope your April is starting off good. 🙂

[@Brookie408]

Thanks man I appreciate what you do

[@svenfava8885]

Thanks for the lessons man

[@newmanfertig886]

Silk and steel are amazing strings. Put the joy back into my Alvarez AW100 guitar.

[@kmaclaren4603]

The timing of this vid is perfection

[@sthogan]

Thank you Marty. The woman vocalist I play for wanted a softer sound. I tried a nylon string classic guitar and did not like it. I had some thoughts on different strings on my Simon Patrick dreadnought and you answered all my questions about the different types. I am going to try the Silk and Steels. Oh…..WTF?! I had not idea you could play like that and I have been following you for years. Awesome! Thank you for all you do. Much appreciated!

[@vincentpetterez1418]

Love you brother learning from you a long time when you tube first started

[@lindasmith6668]

Wow that was great! I like the sound of the flat top.

[@MartyMusic]

Thank you very much!

[@coventrypunx1014]

Yet again - top Video . Thanx

[@kakarot8001]

Marty is Music Gods

[@offgridlivingfreewithmyhor4857]

I started taking your KZbin lessons when I was 48 years old and 52 now I'm full on addicted to playing the guitar even though I'm not very good I don't know anybody's songs I only know stuff I make up I was wondering what song was that you were just playing because I wouldn't mind learning that song Oh yeah learning from you is easy . well, as easy as it can be. Basically, it just takes practice practice practice but I'm still not very good. Strumming patterns.... Those are very hard for me to learn. I only know one and I don't use a pic even though I probably should but I'm not sure why I should. Building that muscle memory. I think that's the deal... I appreciate your lessons and what you have taught me, so far

[@greekstyle5788]

You've got a good attitude so carry on! Honestly it's all you need to figure everything else out :)

[@denmar355]

A Daddario commercial.

[@MikeKelsoJr]

I like the Nickel Bronz and also Ernie Ball PARDIUM also !! Good review !! 👍🎸

[@nicholassmith2140]

Really helpful, you're a star!

[@annebeck58]

Oooh, Silk and Steel sounds beautiful! I may have to put them on my list for next time I buy strings.

[@sunshine3914]

They did, but then acquired a bamboo clack, & then a cricket sound.

[@DivineMisterAdVentures]

Great, great job. I love those overtones on Mr. Nickle - which makes them silver toned = har. Your setup is decent - a room mic would have been nice. Your enthusiasm is awesome to hear and your style is "augmented Gee Seventh!"

[@branromine1]

Thanks for such a terrific analysis on strings. Very helpful as no one really talks about this. Also Marty plays a killer rift/piece starting at about 16:30. Amazing chord progressions and sound! So cool! Only now, I need to try and figure that out so I can play it.

[@artpalmer224]

Hey Marty: I put a set of Silk & Steel strings on my Breedlove concert size 12 sting to make it sound a bit warmer a while back. Like you said they sound and feel great. I will absolutely replace them with the same when the time comes. Thanks for the great video!

[@JohnDoe-zu7vg]

Hyy, how long did it last ?

[@chrisggoodwin777]

I got my XS set, probably going to restring the ol' acoustic this weekend

[@neosmith8933]

The seperation and clarity with the silk and steels is really impressive. I like the aluminum bronze. Or piano wire 😆

[@fireballxl-5748]

Separation. If anybody wants to troll me or complain don't waste your time. I have comment notifications turned off. So I'll not see your comment.

[@SudiptaMondal-cl5br]

Great great video.. N review... Thnk u sir.. 😊👍 Wish I could play just like u someday in the near future 😊😊

[@brucemcfadden8736]

Keep up the great work sound great 👍🏾

[@davidduncan5495]

Listened to every minute. Thanks for the long comparison. You’re a natural storyteller and sharer , a special kind. And obviously you enjoy your craft, it shows. Really enjoy your stuff man, keep on picking! I’m a PB Round Core dude, and check out John Pearse (hex) PB, very nice… and Curt Mangan Round Core PB (otw)… called the True Medium set 13-17-24-32-42-57, so medium top and low E with light G/D/A. We’ll see. Love that slope shoulder Gibby, and the hat ✌🏻🤘🏾

[@o_smith4106]

Hey Marty your channel is the best! How bout some more John Mayer lessons?

[@wolfpac1970]

Hey Marty, have you ever tried Stringjoy strings? I've been using their pure nickel Broadways on my electric guitars and I love them. Going to try their acoustic strings soon and see how they are. You should check them out.

[@drkmriggs]

All this time I thought it was Dada-Rio. Thanks Marty!

[@titusrider7948]

Great video, nice work! Suggestion: pick a string type, maybe phosphorus bronze because they're most popular, then do a gauge change; 11's, 12's, 13's

[@yowdawg]

the aesthetics of the video ❤️‍🔥

[@glennleadley4335]

Thank you Marty ,

[@sudkreuz7570]

Awesome Phosphor Bronce XT!

[@tiduschapman1774]

Nice video! I am a 80/20 bronze fan. I used the use the XTs but unfortunately they didn't last long at all. I tried the Elixir Nanoweb and the Daddario XS but they were too bright. So I went back to using the Elixir Polyweb acoustic 11s. Has a similar daddario tone for me and they last long. I have a Taylor 114e.

[@groovyhighway]

Another bacon and egg-cellent video, Bro... I have been using the D'Addario Nickel Bronze strings for about 3-4 years now. My favorite choice in acoustic guitar strings. Marty, you hit the proverbial nail square on the head when you said that those particular strings bring out the sound and characteristics of the individual guitar. They seem to capture the personality of the woods, resonance, age, construction and character of the guitar which gives each guitar its own unique sound and individual voice... not the sound of the strings themselves. I couldn't have said it better. I have many many guitars, and most all of them have names for their individual personalities.. I name them based on their voice, how they speak, physical characteristics, style and looks,.. and sometimes by circumstance... but voice is most important. Any halfway decent guitar player knows that you cannot judge a guitar by its looks.. the panache comes from inside... the heart, so to speak. Who wants a guitar that sounds like strings?.. Think about it... If that was the case, fret buzz would be a good thing.. and if I'm gonna get a buzz, it most "soitenly" ain't gonna be from my guitar strings. Thanks for the video. You never disappoint, Brother. Cheers. Be safe out there. Peace. Random Prophet

[@smritam]

Marty you've got crazy skills of mixing licks with chords,please have a lesson on that.

[@Pharmaster1985]

Hey Marty, please do a video to show us to play like this on accoustic guitar !

[@FibreGlassSam]

Perfect video for what it does. Here's another interaction for the algorithm.

[@goofyjohn6191]

Though I've always loved 80/20 & phosphor bronze. Wow I'm blown away by the nickel bronze.