5 best & worst things about classical guitars
May 15, 2021 23:05:10 GMT
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Post by zontar on May 15, 2021 23:05:10 GMT
So time for another list--please feel free to disagree or agree & to add your own stuff.
this time classical guitar.
I acknowledge that could be a wide range of quality & all that--so cheaper ones & expensive ones all together.
Best
1-String tension--low so less chance of warped neck & top issues from string tension.
2-String tension for playing--less pressure needed to fret the notes (Of course good technique still helps get a clear note)-also easier for hammer ons, pull off & if you want to bend or do vibrato with the fingers (Admitting that with less tension you may need to take that into account as well)
3-Wider string spacing allows more room for fingers in fretting multiple strings
4-They sound beautiful
5-They add some variety to your tonal palette.
Worst-
1-Stretching them in seems to take longer (I know that from experience) due to their pliability.
2-If not stretched in or wrapped properly they can go out of tune easily (Again-from experience--but with experience you do get better at it)
3-Wide neck can make it harder to switch strings or play chords for smaller hands.
4-The good ones can be very expensive (Not always-but often)
5-Unless you get ball end classical strings (Which do exist) typing them on at the tailpiece can be a pain. (Yes, you do get better at it, usually)
Well that's my list--and again, the pros outweigh the cons for me.
I often play my classical guitar for things other than classical music--and it can work well.
Although they may not always fit in in every context.
this time classical guitar.
I acknowledge that could be a wide range of quality & all that--so cheaper ones & expensive ones all together.
Best
1-String tension--low so less chance of warped neck & top issues from string tension.
2-String tension for playing--less pressure needed to fret the notes (Of course good technique still helps get a clear note)-also easier for hammer ons, pull off & if you want to bend or do vibrato with the fingers (Admitting that with less tension you may need to take that into account as well)
3-Wider string spacing allows more room for fingers in fretting multiple strings
4-They sound beautiful
5-They add some variety to your tonal palette.
Worst-
1-Stretching them in seems to take longer (I know that from experience) due to their pliability.
2-If not stretched in or wrapped properly they can go out of tune easily (Again-from experience--but with experience you do get better at it)
3-Wide neck can make it harder to switch strings or play chords for smaller hands.
4-The good ones can be very expensive (Not always-but often)
5-Unless you get ball end classical strings (Which do exist) typing them on at the tailpiece can be a pain. (Yes, you do get better at it, usually)
Well that's my list--and again, the pros outweigh the cons for me.
I often play my classical guitar for things other than classical music--and it can work well.
Although they may not always fit in in every context.
