Tomatito Strings by Savarez

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MSantiago

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Tomatito Strings by Savarez

I thought Tomatito uses Luthier 20s? Anyone try these yet? http://www.stringsbymail.com/store/savarez-tomatito-t50r-normal-tension-flamenco-full-set-7135.html

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mottallica

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to MSantiago)

quote:

matito uses Luthier 20s? Anyone try these yet?

me - not worth the money

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Apr. 30 2012 17:26:24

Estevan

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to MSantiago)

quote:

Anyone try these yet?

It's just Cantiga basses with new Cristal 1 and 2, and Alliance 3. Exactly the combination I happened to be using just before this package came out, without paying extra for the Tomatito picture on the front. They work for me, but I don't know about you.

If you like that combination, then you'll like them, but you can save a little $ by ordering them separately. (This will not make you sound less like Tomatito.)

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Apr. 30 2012 18:20:14

ToddK

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to MSantiago)

They will make you sound exactly like Tomatito.

Thats well worth 15 bucks a set.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Apr. 30 2012 18:54:25

Harry

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to MSantiago)

I tried these strings when they first came out, and even after a few weeks they did not hold tune. I remember a representative saying that this issue had been corrected, but I am sure that first batch did a lot of damage to this line of strings.

I love the packaging and all, but they are a little expensive for me. As Estevan points out, you could always buy the strings seperately to construct the Tomatito pack.

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Estevan

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to ToddK)

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They will make you sound exactly like Tomatito.

And Luthier strings will make you sound like Anders. Or Estebanana.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Apr. 30 2012 19:36:25

ToddK

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to Estevan)

If Tomatito used Tomatito signature strings, he would sound more fusion jazz.

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Ricardo

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to MSantiago)

tomatito uses la bella.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Apr. 30 2012 21:22:24

Manitas de Lata

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to MSantiago)

i try those some years pre covid on my cheap camps classical cedar/indian and i hated the sound and tension(hard lol..) , killed completly the sweet mellow sound and old cedar.
after that i tried luthier 20s (i guess) and it was almost the same

Im trying again on this guitar and im enjoying a lot , the price is little cheaper that i would purchase
Sounds and feels great without hot trevles , they re a little cold , works really well on my guitar

Im going to check if its cheaper to purchase each pack separatly

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AndresK

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to Manitas de Lata)

If you want to get the Tomatito cheaper buy the Cantiga creation sets. They are the same with 1st, 2nd nylon, 3rd alliance. If you need even more brightness with addition of more fluorocarbon (alliance) get the evolution set that has 1st nylon, 2nd and 3rd alliance.

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Manitas de Lata

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to AndresK)

yesterday and today the strings doesnt sound the same , like they are out of tune , and they get out of tune more often

didnt passed 15 days and i think they wear out.... ****kk...

is there any option like these that last longer? for me thats the only issue , love the sound , tension and fell´

Is these the same? premium lasts 1 month (+-)

https://www.savarez.com/guitare-classiquecreation-cantiga-premiumcreation-cantiga-premium-normal-tension-510mrp

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oscary

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to MSantiago)

Hey there! Bummer about your Flamenco guitar strings wearing out so fast. If you're digging the sound and feel of those Savarez Cantiga Premium strings but need something that lasts a bit longer, you might want to explore other brands or types. Every Flamenco guitarist has their own favorites, so there's definitely something out there for you. Also, a little tip - keeping your strings clean and your guitar in a good spot can really help extend their life. Happy strumming!Flamenco miami

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Manitas de Lata

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to MSantiago)

the temperature and humidty here is strange right now , from the transition of winter to spring

last days 2oº max and 11 low.... sometimes 15/17 13low or whatever , and its dificult to maintain an acurate temperature with the heater at night.
so it can be from it...

need to try during the day ...so only saturday i can assure if its wear off or not

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 14 2024 9:20:45

Ricardo

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to Manitas de Lata)

http://www.foroflamenco.com/tm.asp?m=341963&appid=&p=&mpage=1&key=tomatito%2Csavarez&tmode=&smode=&s=#341965

Use La Bella 820 (red trebles).

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 14 2024 12:48:23

Manitas de Lata

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to Ricardo)

classical version?

tried the flamenco red nylon on the classical and it was very dificult to get a nice sound , only with rasgeo, With the flamenco guitar the sound was better but killed a lot of the sound

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Ricardo

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to Manitas de Lata)

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ORIGINAL: Manitas de Lata

classical version?

tried the flamenco red nylon on the classical and it was very dificult to get a nice sound , only with rasgeo, With the flamenco guitar the sound was better but killed a lot of the sound

It is all in the fingers amigo.

. Here is some classical on Labella reds:

Makes my guitar sound just like a piano!!

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 14 2024 13:36:46

Manitas de Lata

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to Ricardo)

didnt enjoyed that plastic sound and no sustain.

but yes , a pro is a pro , everything sounds goods... , not my case

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Ricardo

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to Manitas de Lata)

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ORIGINAL: Manitas de Lata

didnt enjoyed that plastic sound and no sustain.

but yes , a pro is a pro , everything sounds goods... , not my case

Sustain?

Can you not see what I am playing, jumping position 4 times in a beat?

Anyway, these strings really sing on most guitars, I am using a dry Blanca. Call it “plastic” if you want, but that is what all nylon sounds like.

Here is a negra with same strings and actual sustained notes lol.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 15 2024 11:03:57

Manitas de Lata

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to Ricardo)

guitar is better , the player is better

but you also really press to get the sound . Personal taste , youre willing to sacrifice some sustain to have other tone that you enjoy more, and you can do it the guitar is nice (beside factory rosete..) and also the player.

Sorry but i dont agree with what , that all nylon sound the same , those red plastic (dont know if the blacks are the same) are like Squash (or tenis) strings ... i wouldnt be shocked if someone tells me that they are made in same place.

Im really enjoying more Solea , Granainas , Mineras ,Seguriyas

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 15 2024 13:05:01

Ricardo

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to Manitas de Lata)

As my friend would say in English “poor of you”.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 15 2024 13:37:57

Manitas de Lata

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to Ricardo)

few hours ago 5 gipsies stole my cars catalyst , pure flamenco experience

****

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 15 2024 21:20:56

Ricardo

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to Manitas de Lata)

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ORIGINAL: Manitas de Lata

few hours ago 5 gipsies stole my cars catalyst , pure flamenco experience

****

That is called “car-ma” … it is what you get for disagreeing with folks trying to be helpful.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 16 2024 16:03:51

Manitas de Lata

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RE: Tomatito Strings by Savarez (in reply to Ricardo)

yep its karma , pretty ****ty week , and also spent some quid , of course that some thing would happen to end the week in an awefull manner

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