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Post subject: Stratacoustic/acoustic strings questions?
Posted: Thu May 26, 2011 8:27 am
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Hi Guys,

What strings do i need for my Stratacoustic...i like 9-42 on electric but dont think they do them for acoustics. Can electric strings be used on an acoustic?

Do acoustic strings start at gauge.10?

I see a lot of acoustics with bronze strings is there a reason for this?

Any recommendations/thoughts would be great

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Post subject: Re: Stratacoustic/acoustic strings questions?
Posted: Thu May 26, 2011 8:35 am
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You can use electric strings on an acoustic but they tend to lose the brightness pretty quickly.

To be honest, with a Stratacoustic I would be looking at heavier gauge, just because the thing has a narrow body. Generally, the lighter the strings the less bass comes through in acoustics so that's a good place to start.

You will find that acoustic strings, because they are heavier, feel different and the feel of the neck on the acoustic and electric is different so you will get used to a different feel anyways.

Just try as many different types a syou want and find what suits your sound and style best.

The bronze acoustic strings just 'add' to the acoustic sound of them - tends to be a bit more 'sparkly' than the others.

It's all part of the fun of a new guitar..........finding which strings sound best...oh and you will change your mind many times over the years as well.................... :roll:

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Post subject: Re: Stratacoustic/acoustic strings questions?
Posted: Thu May 26, 2011 8:49 am
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Thanks very much for your reply it really has helped. I see on the Fender website that they fit Stratacoustics with Fender® Dura-Tone® Coated 80/20 Bronze 12-52 gauge. Think i will give those a try... and of course they need to be heavier gauge for a brighter sound..thanks didnt know that! :D


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Post subject: Re: Stratacoustic/acoustic strings questions?
Posted: Thu May 26, 2011 9:07 am
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