I've been using Curt Mangan strings on my Rick 12 string exclusively for a long time. I like them on the guitar so much that I was thinking of putting a six string set on my Gretsch 5120. Anybody use 'em? I currently have a set of D'Addario XL .046-.010 installed. I play a lot of finger style on it (Chet Atkins/Merle Travis)
JimK
Curt Mangan Strings & Gretsch Guitars
Re: Curt Mangan Strings & Gretsch Guitars
Jim, I have not used the CMs on a Gretsch but why not, they are great strings.
I would, however, recommend that you try Ernie Ball Slinky Cobalts. I find them to be great on the 5120.
I would, however, recommend that you try Ernie Ball Slinky Cobalts. I find them to be great on the 5120.
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Re: Curt Mangan Strings & Gretsch Guitars
Hmmm....never heard of 'em. Yeah, I'll give 'em a try. Thanks for the suggestion.
JimK
JimK
Re: Curt Mangan Strings & Gretsch Guitars
I put a set of D'Addario half-rounds on one of my Gretsch guitars and really like them a lot. They have more of the twang and snap I'd expect from the Gretsch without being full-on flats. You might look into those as well. I've had good luck with them on Rics and my Fender Jag as well.
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Re: Curt Mangan Strings & Gretsch Guitars
Yes half rounds and nickel rockers are also nice strings on Gretsch guitars.
The Cobalts are very different in tone and feel and are worthy of a test drive. Very responsive and full sounding. The new kid on the block. I am also going to try them on my 350.
The Cobalts are very different in tone and feel and are worthy of a test drive. Very responsive and full sounding. The new kid on the block. I am also going to try them on my 350.
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