Topmusicanswers
- Can you put steel strings on a classical guitar?
- Why does my classical guitar have steel strings?
- Which guitar string is better nylon or steel?
- Are steel guitar strings better?
Can you put steel strings on a classical guitar?
NEVER PUT STEEL STRINGS ON A CLASSICAL GUITAR. Most nylon-strung guitars do not have truss-rods to protect their necks from the increased tension of steel strings, which means the neck on your guitar could warp.
Why does my classical guitar have steel strings?
Steel strings exert a lot more tension that nylon strings. ... An acoustic steel string guitar is designed to take the extra tension of steel strings. A classical guitar on the other hand is designed with the intention of holding nylon strings – a much less burdensome task.
Which guitar string is better nylon or steel?
“A nylon string is more flexible and under less tension at pitch, giving it a slower attack and more mellow sound, while a steel string is under much greater tension providing a faster attack and brighter sound,” adds Córdoba head luthier Enns.
Are steel guitar strings better?
The nylon strings on classical guitars contribute to a warmer, mellower sound, which is well-suited for classical, flamenco, and folk music. An acoustic guitar with steel strings would be more well-suited for playing country, rock, bluegrass, or just about any other type of music.
