Danielo
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Loaded Nylgut
Hi,
did anyone try the new loaded CD-type nylgut strings from Aquila ?
http://www.aquilacorde.com/early-music-strings/6444/budello-appesan...
I'm quite interested because it could potentially solve the longstanding problem of the D-course (wound is usually too bright and plain too
dull....)
Dan
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Brian Prunka
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I've tried it. Personally, I think that the plain nylgut still works better.
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SamirCanada
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Hi Brian, even for the D strings?
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Brian Prunka
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Yes, that was my opinion. But of course, your results might vary with a different oud.
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Danielo
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Thanks Brian for your input !
Which gauge of plain nylgut do you recommend for the D course ?
Even with low (~ 3 kg) tension I find the result rather dull as the string is quite thick already, do you recommend going to thinner strings, i.e.
lower tension ? Or maybe it's just a question of taste...
thanks,
Dan
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