Customer reviews about Pyramid Gold Flatwound 011-048

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Excellent strings.

Matias M. 16.01.2015

I installed these on a Gretsch G5420T Electromatic.

They somehow didn't need to tense after installing at all. I did pull them but not too much and they kept pitch right away.

They maintained the intonation outstandingly well.

Tonewise: The sound of the 3 first strings is gonna be duller (Like an upright bass) because the lack of winding results in less harmonics, for Jazz this means the strings are more homogeneous form first to sixth and overall better for soft chords and avoid string friction sounds.

It helped with my thumb pick a lot, no more "grit grit grit" while playing.

They do have some small texture but is much softer than roundwound. I suggest to lubricate them right before use for smooth glides.

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Worth it for those pursuing a vintage sound

Gearomad 04.05.2022

Got these as an experiment to stick on an Epiphone Sheraton. They definitely added to the guitar for me. The bass EAD strings were not as dull as some warn. I found a nice liveliness and brightness in the treble GBE strings. They also were a little tighter, which I liked as it offers more 'control'. A little more expensive than the ubiquitous wound strings yes but worth pursuing for those seeking a vintage sound for things like jazz or 60s Beatles stuff. As a tiny aesthetic bonus, the ball end sides are wound with a nice orange thread wrap which suits my sunburst Sherry nicely.

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moleG 06.10.2020

Very nice strings, they keep their tone and tension for a very long time (around 6 months in my case) before they start to get worn out.

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clear tone

Anonymous 06.03.2014

I use this strings with my Ibanez AG 75 to play jazz (mostly older stuff, not very much modern). The strings are very accurate, they have a clear tone and a nice sustain. They have not too much treble, but as well not too much bass, if you don't want it to have. I used other strings before, and sometimes I had to work very much on the EQ to get a nice tone. Not with the Pyramid Strings, I really love to play and them and listen to them.
They are very smooth for the fingers, and seem to be very good processed.

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SMOOOOOTH

Ricky14 25.03.2024

Smooth, percussive and defined, that's not to say bright, however. I really enjoy these strings and often find myself whacking a set on any guitar eventually. Not easy to bend, but why are you doing that anyway? Offer a uniquely percussive sound whether you play cleanly or with overdrive. I really like these strings and have a soft spot in my heart for them.

I do not think they are expensive as they will out last you, and if you get tired of them, take them off and keep them for when your rounds go dull.

Definitely recommend.

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Gives a real 60s sound

Martin4154 17.05.2016

Has a really smooth texture and feels really comfortable when playing. They last much longer than nickelwound strings. I play in a Beatles tribute band and these strings are perfect for giving that real 60s Beatles sound!

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Best for slide

Christopher1598 03.07.2014

These really are the best strings you can get for slide work, and 11s work perfectly on a Les Paul (tuned to open D or G you won't overstress the neck).

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Superb

harboroughrooster 25.02.2014

If you have never tried flat-wound strings before then give your fingers a treat. Not particularly easy to bend but perfect for rhythm work and last for ages.

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Best quality guitar strings, they last for ages!

Norby 22.05.2023

I must say although I'm a professional musician (touring/recording keyboard player), the guitar is not my main instrument, however I've been playing and setting up guitars for years now as an enthusiast.

I prefer a clean, dark and fat tone when it comes to guitars, and being mainly a keyboard player the smooth feel of flatwound strings have always been more comfortable for my fingertips than roundwound strings. I understand that flatwounds are not every guitar players' cup of tea, but in case these are the features you're looking for you should look no further. I've tried a few different brands on my American Original Jazzmaster, and Pyramid 11-48s quickly became my favourite.
(Close 2nd would be Thomastic Jazz Swings.)

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Very Jazzy

Sergey_ 05.02.2020

Now it's my favourite flatwound for my Hollowbody

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