Checking common assumptions about strings

Price, core material and a player endorsement are each incomplete ways to choose a string. Begin with the exact specification and your own setup.

Questions worth asking

Is the size correct? Which tension and end fitting are included? Does the material description apply to the whole set or only one string? What specific change are you trying to make? A clear answer to these questions is more useful than a claim that one string is best for everyone.

Choosing string size, gauge and fittings