Due to recent shortages in Plectrum strings I have had to look for a similar Low Tension string for a Vintage guitar with no truss rod. A modified '63 Yamaha No.10 all wood.
I have found the Optima's to be a great replacement as they have a soft feel and good mid to high range tones. As the guitar has a lot of bass, it was good to get a little more brightness down low with the thinner E, A strings. My only thought is the Optima's are slightly noisy on the wound strings.
The guitar has settled into them nicely, and they are showing little to no signs of being played are several weeks of daily playing as I have experienced a lot of finger marks on the Plectrum bass strings.
All said and done, I am happy to stay with the Optima VintageFlex Acoustic strings.
I'm very impressed by these strings. I don't think I'll buy anything else going forward as they're so good, and so balanced.
Great service from Studio1 Vintage too--thanks team
Love it . Makes my D-28 sing
I tried these strings for the first time. Very impressed. Excellent tone and volume. No milky feel like strings from other main brand. I recommend them.
All good does the job pleased with it
Really happy with is capo. It is sturdy and locks down easily and really firmly with just one hand. Also easily removed with just one hand. I recommend, I think it's worth the money.
We all know Studio 1 has just THE best selection of vintage Martin and Gibson guitars outside of the US, but always has the most extensive stick of accessories including the latest strings. Theyre a deep domain supplier of all things I need and also things uber cool! Check out their merch…..Steve
Everyone at Studio 1 is so amazing, they are so understanding and helpful. They helped me find the perfect guitar for me. I wish more dealers in the US were as outstanding as this crew is. And it’s pretty obvious their website is one of the best in the business. Just because you are not in NZ, do not hesitate, they know what they are doing!
Excellent pick! Plays and sounds great.
Fantastic sounding guitar, very open, and loud, thanks to the VTS. Super nice neck and the StreetMaster distressed look is not over done. Excellent service from the team at Studio 1 as always!
Some people might think it’s mad to spend big dollars on a pick, but honestly, just treat yourself. You’ll never go back to the $1 jobs.
Great strings. Guitar sounds to have more volume.
Bought these recently and they have had a tonne of use. Super flat with crystal clear clarity. Ive mic’d guitar cabs, used as drum overheads, stereo acoustic guitar and of course vocals and they are all round great mics. In studio people are very intrigued and ask about them a lot. Live they sound great also, feedback rejection is surprisingly good and have proved sound guys wrong being large diaphragm condensers. Would highly recommend.
The easiest way for me to get my guitar strings these days...
The lads at Studio 1 pop them into the post and I receive them a couple of days later. Too easy :)
Super great quality, looks really good and comfortable to wear
Well Garrick you’ve delivered once again mate. This “0” size “Country Boy” by Dana Bourgeois is just incredible. Very elegant in design,nothing superfluous just master grade materials and a deep appreciation of all possibilities resulting in a strong, clean and uncluttered sound from a very user friendly instrument. Tight but loose at the same time, wonderful.
Thanks Garrick and Co.
Thanks Studio 1 Vintage Guitar’s.
Paul, Sydney.
Was after something different to my gibson sj.Garrick suggested a martin 000-16 streetmaster and I wasn't disappointed great punchy articulate guitar very responsive to your attack can't put it down covers so many styles plus these guys are so good to deal with they make everything easy
Tried the stringjoy medium brights on my southern jumbo really impressed great clarity and warmth they also seem easier than most mediums to bend
I don’t know what it is about this thing, but it’s the best sounding pick I’ve played with. Not too harsh, not too dull, little to no chirp, perfectly bevelled, and feels great in the hand. Very easy to use with a relaxed grip
Awesome product and quick, efficient delivery thank you studio 1