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AndrewE

Posts: 56
Joined: Oct. 6 2004

lisa strings

Has anybody used Lisa strings , they seem very cheap $36 US for box of 12 sets.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 9 2005 23:29:57

mentrida

Posts: 55
Joined: Jun. 19 2004

RE: lisa strings (in reply to AndrewE)

Hi Andrew,

I've been using them for that reason. They are not up to the D'addarios or LaBella, etc... Their sound is alright but they lack in volume and range. They are quite consistent. I don't believe I've ever come across a bad batch. I practice for an hour or less a night, and they last about two to three months a set.

You won't be disappointed if you are on a budget and have no need for performance level sound. Otherwise, I would recommend other choices.

Just my opinion. I do have to tell you that I play a $150 classical with a lowered bridge and tap plate added, so maybe my observations for sound are not the best.

Good luck,
SJ

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 10 2005 1:42:47

Thomas Whiteley

Posts: 786
Joined: Jul. 8 2003
From: San Francisco Bay Area

RE: lisa strings (in reply to mentrida)

To me what is most important is to play guitar and enjoy myself. Stay within your budget and have fun is the way to go. There is much to learn and the strings and guitar you use will teach you nothing about flamenco. Enjoy yourself!

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 10 2005 3:11:30

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RE: lisa strings (in reply to AndrewE)

quote:

There is much to learn and the strings and guitar you use will teach you nothing about flamenco

I totally disagree. And not only because I build guitars, but also as a player.

I agree with the fun part, and everything Mentrida said about Lisa strings.

Nice playing
Anders

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 10 2005 11:04:10

sbarnard

Posts: 75
Joined: Jul. 6 2003
From: Marengo, IL, EE UU

RE: lisa strings (in reply to AndrewE)

Hey Andrew-

I've been using Lisas for a few years now. If I were performing I would probably choose another string, but since I'm not these work for me. The only problem I have is that they wear fairly quick - but for $3 dollars a pack, who's complaining?

I've corresponded with the infamous Lisa via e-mail. She seems like a nice person. One thing that I found odd - I think she sells these as "flamenco guitar strings" but she does not play flamenco. She is a professional classical guitarist!

Scott

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 11 2005 14:56:01

Flamingo

Posts: 20
Joined: Nov. 12 2004

RE: lisa strings (in reply to AndrewE)

I have used the medium Lisa for 3-4 years now, they are consistent and durable, I use them on my pratice/excersise guitar, they sound almost as D'addario normal tension. Great price.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 11 2005 18:45:36