I bought this string to replace the standard Aquila Nylgut C-string that was supplied on my cheap tenor uke.
The original string felt thick and unresponsive, sounded dead, and had poor intonation. This is a vast improvement, thinner, more comfortable, and much more resonant and musical. I can "hammer on" on this string, which I can't on my others - they just die.
Reviewers of these red strings frequently complain about their fragility. I got it installed safely, and have played it for a few days. I will need more time before I can comment on its durability, but first impressions are good.
It has a much rougher feel than the standard Nylgut. I quite like this. Others might not.
If it does last a reasonable time, I may replace my whole set with these - I don't think it quite balances with the standard type, but it ameliorates the plinky toy sound of the instrument. I am trying out a variety of different strings, to see what sound and feels best.
[EDIT] I am going to have to give up on these strings, and have downgraded my review from 4 to 2.
They sound, feel and look lovely. My first string lasted fine, but 1 of 4 of the next set pinged on installation, and i have just bought another set for another instrument, and the same again - 1/4 went before it was even installed. I am very careful indeed.
Good on Aquila for trying to innovate, but I just don't think these are fit for purpose. I'll be keeping an ear to the ground in the hope that they improve, but the current failure rate is unacceptable.
| Dimensioni prodotto | 8,99 x 8,99 x 8,99 cm; 4,54 grammi |
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| Numero modello articolo | 78U |
| Peso articolo | 4,54 g |
