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“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.
- Is Steel String harder than nylon?
- Do nylon strings break easier than steel strings?
- Are nylon strings strong?
- Which lasts longer nylon or steel strings?
Is Steel String harder than nylon?
The debate between nylon strings and steel strings has been discussed for ages, and there are arguments in favor of both. Yes, nylon strings are softer and more gently on players' fingers, so beginners generally won't have to worry about finger pain or developing the callouses that will help them practice pain-free.
Do nylon strings break easier than steel strings?
Nylon stretches more than steel. Maybe that's why they don't last as long. Depends on usage but in my experience nylons rarely break, steel do. I gigged with nylon for nearly 20 years, struggle to remember breaking a string but I was changing regularly for the reasons Norman states above.
Are nylon strings strong?
Although nylon is normally a very strong rope, its strength becomes compromised when wet, causing it to sag. Nylon is not suitable for extremely high temperatures. While most of your jobs are probably not this extreme, it is important to note that nylon rope will begin to degrade at 250℉.
Which lasts longer nylon or steel strings?
Nylon strings last a lot longer because, unlike steel strings, they're not going to rust and, since nylon is just plastic, they're more durable and stretchy.
