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Of the different string materials I’ve tried, nylons were my least favorite. I tried two different types but both were low-tension and sounded dull. They never really settled and continued to stretch so I was always needing to tune them. I didn’t care for them at all!
Strings are a very personal thing. You ask 10 people and you’re likely to get 10 different answers and none of them will be right or wrong.
Personally, I love Living Water strings but they’re not as commonly sold as major brands because they’re sold through very limited dealers or directly through Ken Middleton’s website (he’s in the UK). They’re clear fluorocarbon and have a really crisp and clear tone. My second favorite are Worth Browns (also fluorocarbon). I like the tension and feel of both of those brands. I don’t care much for Aquila nylgut. They’re alright, but sound plain and ordinary to me. I’m also not a fan of how they feel, but they’re tried and true and many people like them (they’re also easy to find and are relatively cheap in comparison).
In the end, I think you should just try different brands and material types. I find it fun and exciting trying new strings because it can make your uke sound different. I tended to play my ukes less when I didn’t like the strings that were on them. I keep a bunch of spare sets so I can try them on different wood/size ukes.
Good luck! I hope you find your perfect set!
@gi_gi_ – I just tried that link without being logged into Vimeo or RC101 and was able to play the video fine after the link took me to Vimeo. Are you not able to push play without it asking for a login?
Forgive my ignorance (I had to Google what a balalaika is). 😳 I’ve never seen or heard one before. The ukulele looks tiny in comparison. 😅
Welcome to the forum, @liboriuson! You’re in good company – I think it’s safe to say we all find it hard not to be inspired by the likes of Taimane, Feng E, and Jake Shimabukuro. Check out Evan’s tutorials on RC101. He’s pretty spectacular for such a young man!
Haha! I never heard the similarities between Canon in D and Maroon 5’s Memories, but now I can’t unhear it! Thanks for sharing your fun video.
@seoulkim – I’m not noticing any issue playing the video smoothly. Have you checked to make sure you have a good internet connection? What you’re describing sounds like the video is buffering due to slow internet. I was able to watch that module in its entirety without any pauses.
Hi, Brigitte,
Premium membership is $14 (USD) a month or $99 a year. You’re not being disloyal by expanding your learning. It’s all about personal growth!
-Kanni
Is that the myrtlewood Lu’au? Looks sweet! I’m not familiar with that brand but it gets a good review from Baz over at Got a Ukulele (whose reviews I read/watch a lot). Looking forward to hearing it when you get it!
-Kanni