AntonioM -> RE: Is there a difference between La Bella 2001F and 820B? (Apr. 22 2008 14:17:02)
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I like the 820 better than the 2001. In my opinion, and on my guitars, the 820 bases had a more metalic ring to the sound and were slightly stiffer. It made for a more earthy flamenco sound. After all, that is what they were designed for. I have used the 820 sets on all my new guitars to compare their sound with my favorite strings, the D'Addario EJ45C normal tension strings (composite bases). These have sounded the best and the loudest on all my guitars. They last 3 times longer as well. Luthier Jose Oribe uses the EJ45C strings on his new guitars. For 35 years, I used the Savarez red card high tension strings. I loved the sound of the bases, but the sound did not last long. I had to change the bases each week since I played 6 shows a night and really gave them a workout in those days. However, when discovered the EJ45C, those became my strings. I sometimes use a wound 3rd Savarez G string if the guitar sounds tubby with the regular nylon 3rd. I recently aquired a new guitar, and I plan the try the 820 bases on it. Right now, it has the EJ45C strings which sound great. However, I always like to try other strings to be sure I have the ones that sound the best on the guitar I am presently using. The EJ45C always is my final choice.
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