Elixir Electric Nanoweb strings don’t just sound great; their micro-thin (5-micron) coating keeps them sounding great for a whole lot longer than average strings. If you want to keep your guitar tone consistently great day in and day out, put on a set of Elixir Electric Nanoweb strings.
Also know, does elixir still make Polyweb?
Not sure where the rumors are coming from, but just to set everyone straight: POLYWEB® Coating is NOT being discontinued. We have thousands upon thousands of players that are loyal to our original coating — we intend to keep it that way!
Likewise, how can you tell if Elixir Strings are fake?
People also ask, how often should I change Elixir strings?
Elixir strings use Nanoweb, Polyweb, or Optiweb as a protective coating. Each type will offer something different while protecting strings and allowing longer use. What is this? On average strings should be changed every 100 hours of playing, in other words about every 3 months.
What do the numbers mean on Elixir strings?
The smaller the number, the thinner the string. The higher the number, the thicker it is. For example, a . 008 string is extremely light and would generally be used for the thinnest string on an electric guitar.
What gauge strings are best for electric guitar?
The most popular string gauge set for 6-string electric guitar is . 010–. 046.
What strings does Ed Sheeran use?
According to his guitar tech, Sheeran only uses Elixir Acoustic Nanoweb light 12-53 strings. He also used Dunlop Trigger capo on some songs. However, Ed went back to his roots and was been seen playing the Martin LX1E Electro Acoustic Guitar in Natural in performances during 2017.
What strings does Marcus Mumford use?
As expected we find out that Marcus prefers a heavier gauge string favouring ELIXIR Nanoweb E16102 Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings 13-56 Medium. This is of course the desired choice for a number of reasons, durability, lifespan and reliability. Strengths we often hear associated with Elixir continually.
What’s the difference between NANOWEB and Polyweb strings?
The main differences between Nanoweb and Polyweb guitar strings are: Nanoweb strings have a more full range, whereas Polyweb strings are more balanced in the mid range. Polyweb strings have a stronger natural warm tone, whereas Nanoweb are slightly more bright and projective tone.
Which Elixir strings are best for beginners?
Our first choice is the Elixir acoustic string sets with a NANOWEB coating. For beginners, we’d recommend the “light” set, which is easier to play and gentler on fingers. They’re more expensive than non-coated strings, but they last a lot longer and sound significantly better.
Which is better 80/20 or phosphor bronze?
Basically phosphor bronze is 92% copper—so a little bit more copper than 80/20 bronze—has about 8% tin and contains trace amounts of phosphorous, which is what makes it a little bit more corrosion resistant compared to 80/20 bronze. Phosphor bronze is really known for having a balanced, rather warm response.
Which is better elixir nanoweb or Polyweb?
Nanoweb sounds have more a full range string with a stronger feel to playing them. The difference between our coating “flavors” lies in the tone and feel. Elixir® Strings with NANOWEB Coating sound and feel more like traditional, uncoated strings. … Elixir® Strings with POLYWEB Coating have a balanced tone.