alchemy
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Most quiet strings?
Hey guys, I'm currently studying at night and would like to know if there are any strings that give softer and quieter sound. Would need to use that
for a while until I can isolate the room a bit more.
I know that the difference would be subtle, but any decibel counts! 
Thanks!
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juju
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I'm not shure that you will find strings that sound "soft".
I think the best option is to develop a right hand techniques that allows you to play from "pianissimo" to "forte".
Many players develop such a kind of technique ... it is necessary when you play with amplification.
Maybe the great master of those nuances is Anour Brahem. His right hand technique is unusual, he uses movements of his right hand thumb to play
softer...
Best.
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Jason
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I often put a sock under the strings near the bridge to make an instrument much quieter. It will obviously kill your sustain but it is fine for
practicing when you need to be very quiet.
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alchemy
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Thanks guys, using some kind of cloth helped. Probably better that try unusual things with strings. Still if somebody knows about some quieter
strings, input is appreciated.
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