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XXX

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Stringsbymail.com

Since years I am getting my strings nowhere else but from this source. I love this company

They have a huge catalouge, are very flexible (you can buy EVERY string also in a "single" "bass" or "trebles"pack) and quick and competent with service, if you have any questions.

They are also the most inexpensive ones AFAIK.

http://www.stringsbymail.com

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gounaro

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

I agree...

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 24 2011 18:06:34

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 24 2011 18:18:07

Kevin James Shanahan

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

Cool I will give them a try .

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 24 2011 19:54:14

Guest

RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

best resource for strings
usually here [australia] from the states within 10 days.
would recommend to anybody.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 24 2011 22:17:38

dararith

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From: Oakland, CA

RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to Guest)

That's where I get all my strings. Actually, I don't know another place where I can get each individual string sold separately without buying the entire pack. I messed up my order a few times and they were very helpful in making changes on my order without any problems. Fast shipping too! I get my strings in 3 days from where they are in the midwest to California using their USPS First class mail shipping for 4 bucks (even though they say it'll take 4-10 days). Very good service.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 24 2011 22:37:04

keith

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From: Back in Boston

RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

i have been buying from them from almost day one--back when richard cyr started it. he then sold it to a guy named scott who i believe has since sold it to another person or persons--this may be the 3rd generation of ownership. the prices and service remain top notch. richard cyr's spirit lives one.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 24 2011 23:17:24

GuitarVlog

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From: San Francisco Bay Area

RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

They haven't given me any reason to buy anywhere else. I met some of the folks who run the company when the GFA convention was held in San Francisco. Very nice people!

They have a foro that you can join so you can ask questions. Of course, they've been happy to answer my questions by email too.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 25 2011 2:59:45

yohan

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

I really like that you can order single strings but to Europe shipping costs are between $10 and $70 (!), does anyone know if there's some sort of shop based in europe?

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 25 2011 7:42:52

XXX

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to yohan)

Whats wrong with shipping costs of 10$-16$? Remember the distance, and its air mail. Some companies in germany take 8 EURO for shipping to germany....
Yes there are some in Europe (Google), but as i have proven via intensive calculations in past (

, there should be an excessive post of me somewhere), any other shop will result in at least double total costs.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 25 2011 9:41:41

mezzo

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

A couple of years ago i ordered from them and i choose the cheapest shipping option...the strings never arrived in my mailbox!

I have never ordered from them until a few months ago. I choose an expensive option and hopefully the strings arrived. I ordered a lot of items coz with the shipement price is not a good deal if you buy only a couple of set.
I think now i'm quiet for over 1 year (maybe 2) with my order

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 25 2011 9:57:53

yohan

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

Yes if you order a lot its definitely worth it (how many strings did you order?)

But I still don't get why shipping cost are that high, the most expensive option for one set is on SBM is $75 !!! (if I send a letter with regular mail to Spain or US it will probably cost no more then €5)
If you choose one of the basic shipping options, they explicit say they're not responsible for any lost or damage packages...so that probably what happened with mezzo's shipment.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 25 2011 10:41:27

mezzo

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to yohan)

I ordered a bunch of d'addario bass set. And some others brand full set to try them.

When the incident occured, i said never in my life i'll deal with them again. But you know...Never say never

Indeed the reason why i changed my mind is coz i could not find an european dealer who sell only bass set.

My total order was 115$ items + 35$ shipment =150$
I was anxious until i received the package.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 25 2011 14:05:42

XXX

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to yohan)

quote:

ORIGINAL: yohan
If you choose one of the basic shipping options, they explicit say they're not responsible for any lost or damage packages...so that probably what happened with mezzo's shipment.

The sender is NEVER responsible for loss or damage, unless it can be proven. The more expensive shipping options probably include faster delivery and/or insurance (=loss or damage).

According to my calculations, any order that contains more than 2-5 sets of strings makes Stringsbymail still cheaper (shipping included) compared to any other shop i have seen.

Btw i doubt you can send strings in a regular "thin" letter

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 25 2011 14:18:28

mezzo

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

quote:

According to my calculations, any order that contains more than 2-5 sets of strings makes Stringsbymail still cheaper (shipping included) compared to any other shop i have seen.

Have you included the customs taxes in your calculs?
I know someone who reiceved the strings and an extra little paper with the vat etc...

Not always but it can happen.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 25 2011 14:26:20

XXX

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to mezzo)

Youre right, but as you say it does not happen always. I ordered 5 times and only one time it happened for example.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 25 2011 15:07:07

Ron.M

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From: Scotland

RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to mezzo)

quote:

the reason why i changed my mind is coz i could not find an european dealer who sell only bass set.

mezzo,

I use these guys...

http://www.stringsdirect.co.uk/single_strings/classical/2?&

(I usually order in sets of E + A + 2 D s)

cheers,

Ron

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 25 2011 15:17:05

mezzo

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From: .fr

RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to Ron.M)

Thanks for the link Ron.
But it seems they do not sell complete bass set (E/A/D)

edit : ok i just see the end of your post

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 25 2011 15:33:54

edguerin

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

In Germany I buy my strings here
http://schneidermusik.de

What I like is that you can buy single strings.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 25 2011 17:04:57

Ron.M

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From: Scotland

RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to edguerin)

Hi Ed,

Certainly cheaper than in the UK!

(But, mind you....EVERYWHERE is cheaper than the UK for ANYTHING!)

cheers,

Ron

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 25 2011 18:11:14

NeZ

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

I've been ordering from Strings by Mail for several years with excellent results. Their prices are some of, if not the best, around and the service is great. I always receive my order accurately and promptly.

I don't buy strings anywhere else anymore.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jan. 26 2011 21:25:24

ralexander

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From: Halifax, Nova Scotia

RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

They don't seem to be the best choice for Canadian orders. I placed on order that shipped on 2/1 and it hasn't arrived yet. I placed an order with juststrings.com less than a week ago and it just arrived today! They both use the same USPS shipping service, so I'm not sure what the problem is. Likely a customs delay, I guess.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 23 2011 15:37:06

elgreco

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From: San Francisco CA

RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to GuitarVlog)

I always get a handwritten thank you note when I receive the order which makes me feel more than a just a customer number in their system. I once left them a message to inquire about a back order and they called me back multiple times till they were able to reach me and gave me more details and offered workarounds. So they definitely have my loyalty so far.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 23 2011 16:22:14

ralexander

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

I did end up finally receiving the order yesterday, which means it was in transit for just over 3 weeks. I got a hand written note as well which was nice, and the ability to buy luthier singles is a major bonus. I would use them again.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 25 2011 19:02:04

VietFlamenco

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to ralexander)

I love this site. I normally order on Saturday and would receive my package by Monday or Tuesday. They are crazy fast if you live in California.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 25 2011 21:47:29

beno

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

I just recieved my second order from them. Really fast, and great service. I choose USPS to deliver, they've sent it as a mail, not a pack, so I didn't have to pay any taxes or Vat on them (to Hungay)

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 27 2011 13:06:17

Sean

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From: Canada

RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

I just got my third order from them last week. Great service and product selection I will definitely be ordering from them again.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 27 2011 20:51:50

XXX

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

How ironic is it that i who started this thread so enthusiastically am waiting since one month for my delivery. I know Stringsbymail is not responsible for that but yet according to a reply i got per mail, they seem to know very well about this issue with "First Class shipping" orders getting lost and they are doing nothing against it. Some people on the foro mentioned that they never got a delivery either.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 27 2011 22:17:18

edguerin

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RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to XXX)

What are the charges for delivery to Germany?
Do you have any trouble with customs? Import duties?

I ordered a few accessories from StewMac a while back, and had to go to our local customs office and pay taxes which was a real hassle

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 28 2011 17:48:51

Ron.M

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From: Scotland

RE: Stringsbymail.com (in reply to edguerin)

quote:

and had to go to our local customs office

Nice to see you have such a thing where you live....

Here, (IMO) well the customs officers are really DHL etc, who get a commission on every imported packet they open and apply taxes and VAT to.

Saves money on the Civil Service while giving incentive to the freighting companies.

cheers,

Ron

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