samzayed - 2-4-2005 at 04:34 PM
Anyone know what is the difference between rectified vs. plain nylon in terms of sound, feeling, generally why one would pick one over the other?
Elie Riachi - 2-4-2005 at 05:14 PM
Hey Sam,
Check out the article on choosing strings http://www.classicalguitarbuilder.com/march_news/October_Newsletter...
Basically, rectified is ground to desired gage, and that is why it has dull finish. Clear is extruded, explains the shiny finish. I would say
rectified would be more uniform in this case.
Added a quote from D'Addario:
"Rectified Nylon Trebles - Beginning with oversized standard nylon, each string is centerless ground to precise tolerances (+/- .0002" ).
Used in all D’Addario “Classic” series sets, rectified nylon strings have a more mellow sound and are preferred by many professionals for
recording work and for use on Renaissance instruments."