What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning?

thefyn · 10-27-2009, 09:19 AM

For standard tuning...type o on the topic. Again...

I have been using mesas or SS preamp racks most my life and only this past year have I gone marshall. So before that I had a darker tone.

I have always used Ernie Ball hybrid slinkys, but was wondering is there a string more suited for the marshals lively mids and limited low end?

I was thinking coated strings may make it a little less piercing when I hit the high notes.

So what do you guys use? Style is 80's speed metal.

RiverRatt · 10-27-2009, 10:44 AM

Pure nickel strings will be darker than the EB strings. I like GHS nickel rockers on my LP (R+RM 11-50). There are a lot of good pure nickel strings out there now. A lot of people like DR strings, but I don't like the feel of a round core.

LesPaulopolis · 10-27-2009, 01:06 PM

DRs have great tone though I feel they break too quickly. I'm back on Elixir nanowebs after 2 years on DRs. 11 gauge.

Frankie · 10-27-2009, 03:10 PM

On what guitar, with what pickups, made out of what wood? This is totally an open ended question that can't be answered with any real accuracy.

If you're after less treble, nickel wound nickel will do the trick though. Or just turning down the tone on the guitar or amp.

Ken · 10-27-2009, 04:05 PM

I change my strings monthly to avoid breakage, and I find thickness is all I care about. I use 10's. I've never found much difference in brands but I've never paid that much attention to them to be honest.

Ken

Trick · 10-27-2009, 06:07 PM

new ones!!

carnada · 10-27-2009, 07:19 PM

I use ernie balls slinky 9s. they are my favorite strings of all time.

ironlung40 · 10-31-2009, 10:48 AM

None! You don't put strings on your JCM 800!

JonasAberg · 10-31-2009, 11:31 AM

A single G-string is cool but three or four are better.
But you cant put them on yourself, they have to be tossed up on the amp by groupies.

Adrian R · 10-31-2009, 12:01 PM

Dude..

Best string out there IMO (of course)..and I've experimented with just about every different string..

oh btw...strings brands make a HUGE difference in tone...and of course their constructional chareteristics..i.e round core, hex, nickel, coated, not coated..etc..

The new Dunlop nickle wounds! I freakin' LOVE those strings! For years and years I was a huge EB fan..specifically using their 'RPS' line to prevent breakage (I'm hard on low E, A, D strings) I always felt they sounded the best to my ears giving you that classic Gibson/Marshall sound..(i.e. Scorps..MSG, AC/DC ..etc)

However, I noticed that within the past couple of years EB had gotten very cheap on their products...packaging has gotten lame in where they put all of the strings together in one plastic package...and would make my fingers black right out of the package! Most importantly they didn't last as long as they use to..

Then I saw the add for the Dunlop strings and decided to give them a try..

First of all...SUPERB packaging..each string is packaged seperately, labled, sealed in plastic AND they even include a tiny desecant bag in the package to prevent corrosion!

Sound quality is very EB like..but even better...and they freakin' last a long time withstanding my brutal pick attack without breaking...they also bend more easily then other strings I've tried, and are smooth almost like a coated string..freakin' weird..

Best thing is the price..can get a set of 10s for only like $5.00! Thats a dollar cheaper then the poorly packaged, made EBs!

I just can't say enough about those strings...they are the best!

theflyingmat · 10-31-2009, 12:39 PM

I don't think it make a differance what brand of strings you use, or gauge as there are too many other things in the set up that would effect the tune. The player being the main one!!

thrawn86 · 11-03-2009, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ironlung40

None! You don't put strings on your JCM 800!

I think Ironlung has won the contest for this trick-question-thread!!!!

RachelMorgan · 11-03-2009, 06:40 PM

I personally like D'Addario 9 - 46 for standard E tuning. For standard D I'd use the tops from a 10 set and the bottoms from a D'Addario set -- this got expensive but I found a 10 - 48 set for this from GHS: The David Gilmour Blue, which I'll be trying out in a few weeks.

357mag · 11-04-2009, 01:07 AM

It's been awhile since I've made the rounds testing several brands of strings and comparing them but I'm a bit dubious about there being a huge difference in tone between them when you consider the simple fact that only a small handful of companies make strings. Everyone else buys from them and just stamps their own logo on them.

thrawn86 · 11-04-2009, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 357mag

It's been awhile since I've made the rounds testing several brands of strings and comparing them but I'm a bit dubious about there being a huge difference in tone between them when you consider the simple fact that only a small handful of companies make strings. Everyone else buys from them and just stamps their own logo on them.

Out of curiosity, who does this? (not sarcastic; I really would like to know...)

357mag · 11-04-2009, 01:07 PM

Fender and Dean Markley are two companies that actually manufacture strings.

thrawn86 · 11-04-2009, 06:22 PM

What about EB? D'A? DR?

10-27-2009, 09:19 AM	#1 (permalink)
thefyn Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 24	What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? For standard tuning...type o on the topic. Again... I have been using mesas or SS preamp racks most my life and only this past year have I gone marshall. So before that I had a darker tone. I have always used Ernie Ball hybrid slinkys, but was wondering is there a string more suited for the marshals lively mids and limited low end? I was thinking coated strings may make it a little less piercing when I hit the high notes. So what do you guys use? Style is 80's speed metal.

10-27-2009, 10:44 AM	#2 (permalink)
RiverRatt Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Between Memphis and Nashville Posts: 517	Re: What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? Pure nickel strings will be darker than the EB strings. I like GHS nickel rockers on my LP (R+RM 11-50). There are a lot of good pure nickel strings out there now. A lot of people like DR strings, but I don't like the feel of a round core.

10-27-2009, 01:06 PM	#3 (permalink)
LesPaulopolis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 250	Re: What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? DRs have great tone though I feel they break too quickly. I'm back on Elixir nanowebs after 2 years on DRs. 11 gauge. __________________ '68 RI LP Custom JCM900 + EQ & Boost

10-27-2009, 03:10 PM	#4 (permalink)
Frankie Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 362	Re: What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? On what guitar, with what pickups, made out of what wood? This is totally an open ended question that can't be answered with any real accuracy. If you're after less treble, nickel wound nickel will do the trick though. Or just turning down the tone on the guitar or amp. __________________ w w w . c o w b o y m a f i a . n e t Myspace.com \| YouTube \| Facebook

10-27-2009, 04:05 PM	#5 (permalink)
Ken Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Arlington Heights, IL Posts: 607	Re: What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? I change my strings monthly to avoid breakage, and I find thickness is all I care about. I use 10's. I've never found much difference in brands but I've never paid that much attention to them to be honest. Ken

10-27-2009, 06:07 PM	#6 (permalink)
Trick Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: NorCal Posts: 41	Re: What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? new ones!!

10-27-2009, 07:19 PM	#7 (permalink)
carnada Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: 22 Acacia Avenue Posts: 662	Re: What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? I use ernie balls slinky 9s. they are my favorite strings of all time.

10-31-2009, 10:48 AM	#8 (permalink)
ironlung40 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 309	Re: What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? None! You don't put strings on your JCM 800!

10-31-2009, 11:31 AM	#9 (permalink)
JonasAberg Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 30	Re: What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? A single G-string is cool but three or four are better. But you cant put them on yourself, they have to be tossed up on the amp by groupies.

10-31-2009, 12:01 PM	#10 (permalink)
Adrian R Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Far North Chicago Burbs' Posts: 170	Re: What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? Dude.. Best string out there IMO (of course)..and I've experimented with just about every different string.. oh btw...strings brands make a HUGE difference in tone...and of course their constructional chareteristics..i.e round core, hex, nickel, coated, not coated..etc.. The new Dunlop nickle wounds! I freakin' LOVE those strings! For years and years I was a huge EB fan..specifically using their 'RPS' line to prevent breakage (I'm hard on low E, A, D strings) I always felt they sounded the best to my ears giving you that classic Gibson/Marshall sound..(i.e. Scorps..MSG, AC/DC ..etc) However, I noticed that within the past couple of years EB had gotten very cheap on their products...packaging has gotten lame in where they put all of the strings together in one plastic package...and would make my fingers black right out of the package! Most importantly they didn't last as long as they use to.. Then I saw the add for the Dunlop strings and decided to give them a try.. First of all...SUPERB packaging..each string is packaged seperately, labled, sealed in plastic AND they even include a tiny desecant bag in the package to prevent corrosion! Sound quality is very EB like..but even better...and they freakin' last a long time withstanding my brutal pick attack without breaking...they also bend more easily then other strings I've tried, and are smooth almost like a coated string..freakin' weird.. Best thing is the price..can get a set of 10s for only like $5.00! Thats a dollar cheaper then the poorly packaged, made EBs! I just can't say enough about those strings...they are the best! __________________ Adrian R. Amplification: Marshall JCM800 2205 Marshall JCM900 MKIII 2100 Marshall JCM900 Dual Reverb 4500 Marshall MG15 Micro Stack Marshall 1960A 4x12 Cab. w/75w Celestions Sonic 2x12 Cab. MXR Fx. Guitars: Gibson LP Standard Gibson Explorer Gibson Flying V Guild DV 6 Acoustic "Only two tones apply: loud and LOUDER"

10-31-2009, 12:39 PM	#11 (permalink)
theflyingmat Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Peternapper Scotland Posts: 111	Re: What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? I don't think it make a differance what brand of strings you use, or gauge as there are too many other things in the set up that would effect the tune. The player being the main one!! __________________ DSL 50watt Head JMP MII 50watt Head JCM900 SL-X 50watt Head JCM900 4x12 Angled Cab 70's 4x12 Base & Angled Cabs 70's 2x12 Checkerboard Cab Artiste 2x12 combo 30th 6101 & Ext cab JCM 800 4221 combo Guitars: Gibson LP G/Top 56RI, Gibson LP Custom 80, Gibson LP L/Burst 02, Gibson SG Jnr 63, Gibson M/Maker P90, Fender Bullet USA 78, Fender Tele 62RI MIJ, Robin Artisan, Moon Rhubard&Custard

11-03-2009, 06:40 PM	#13 (permalink)
RachelMorgan Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 207	Re: What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? I personally like D'Addario 9 - 46 for standard E tuning. For standard D I'd use the tops from a 10 set and the bottoms from a D'Addario set -- this got expensive but I found a 10 - 48 set for this from GHS: The David Gilmour Blue, which I'll be trying out in a few weeks. __________________ Guitars: ESP LTD Alexi-600 V; Gibson SG Standard; Schecter C-1 Hellraiser (JB/'59 w/ JB coil tap) Amps: Randall Lynch Box; Peavey 6505+; Fender HR Deville. Board: Typically a tuner and TS808 Speakers: Two Avatar Contemporary 212s

11-04-2009, 01:07 AM	#14 (permalink)
357mag Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 141	Re: What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? It's been awhile since I've made the rounds testing several brands of strings and comparing them but I'm a bit dubious about there being a huge difference in tone between them when you consider the simple fact that only a small handful of companies make strings. Everyone else buys from them and just stamps their own logo on them.

11-04-2009, 01:07 PM	#16 (permalink)
357mag Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 141	Re: What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? Fender and Dean Markley are two companies that actually manufacture strings.

11-04-2009, 06:22 PM	#17 (permalink)
thrawn86 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Far Nor Cal USA Posts: 426	Re: What strings with a JCM800 fort standard tuning? What about EB? D'A? DR? __________________ Drivin' faster in my car... 02 DSL 401-Ei's 02 1960b 02 Gibson LP Studio Silver 03 PRS Santana SE Holy Grail reverb Originally Posted by J. Robert Oppenheimer "We knew the world would not be the same."

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