That doesn’t make it a “flamenco string.” The same string could be used perfectly well on a classical guitar for any individual guitarist who prefers that.
Q. Can you mix and match guitar strings?
Sure, you can, but there are some considerations you should be aware of. String sets are designed to have more-or-less the same string tension across all six strings in standard tuning. If you mix string sets and tune them to standard pitch, the string tension will be uneven, which may cause neck twisting.
Table of Contents
- Q. Can you mix and match guitar strings?
- Q. Can you put regular strings on a classical guitar?
- Q. What classical guitar strings do the pros use?
- Q. What is the difference between a flamenco guitar and a classical guitar?
- Q. What is a good classical guitar?
- Q. Do flamenco guitars have steel strings?
- Q. Can I play flamenco without nails?
- Q. Is flamenco played on nylon strings?
- Q. Can you use a pick on a nylon string guitar?
- Q. How do I know if my guitar is classical or acoustic?
- Q. Why don t classical guitars have dots?
- Q. Why are classical guitar fretboards flat?
- Q. Why do guitar necks have dots?
- Q. Is nylon string guitar easier to play?
- Q. What are guitar fret markers for?
Q. Can you put regular strings on a classical guitar?
We suggest quality set of “normal tension” classical strings from a company like D’Addario. NEVER PUT STEEL STRINGS ON A CLASSICAL GUITAR. Most nylon-strung guitars do not have truss-rods to protect their necks from the increased tension of steel strings, which means the neck on your guitar could warp.
Q. What classical guitar strings do the pros use?
The Best Nylon / Classical Guitar Strings
- La Bella 820.
- D’Addario Pro-Arte EJ45.
- Savarez 520R Rectified.
- Savarez 540R.
- D’Addario EJ43.
- Savarez 520B Rectified.
- D’Addario Pro-Arte EJ48.
- Savarez 500CJ.
Q. What is the difference between a flamenco guitar and a classical guitar?
Materials: Classical guitars are generally made with spruce or cedar tops and rosewood or mahogany backs and sides to enhance sustain. Flamenco guitars are generally made with spruce tops and cypress or sycamore for the backs and sides to enhance volume and emphasize the attack of the note.
Q. What is a good classical guitar?
The best classical guitars available today
- Taylor Academy 12e-N. Simply the best classical guitar for most people.
- Cordoba C7-CE. Gorgeous Spanish-specific nylon with onboard electronics.
- Ovation Timeless Legend.
- Yamaha C40II.
- Washburn Festival EACT42S.
- Cordoba GK Pro Negra.
- Godin ACS-SA Slim.
- Takamine GC-6CE.
Q. Do flamenco guitars have steel strings?
Flamenco is a specific style of guitar that’s slightly different from nylon string classical guitar. Of course you can play Flamenco on a steel string, but it won’t sound or feel the same. Just like an electric guitar solo won’t sound the same on an acoustic guitar.
Q. Can I play flamenco without nails?
Quick answer is that you “can” play really fast rest stroke passages without nails, and most of the flamenco techniques will still “work” without nails (even tremolo, and even golpe). Answer is, the authentic flamenco sound has notes with sharp attack and to get that sound you need nails.
Q. Is flamenco played on nylon strings?
Flamenco is normally played on nylon string guitars because the string gauge is lighter and playing flamenco style will not hurt as much.
Q. Can you use a pick on a nylon string guitar?
CAN I USE A PICK ON A NYLON STRING CLASSICAL GUITAR ? NO YOU CANNOT! You are breaking the classical-guitarists code of fingerstyle playing by using an abomination, such as a pick, on a beautiful instrument.
Q. How do I know if my guitar is classical or acoustic?
Although comparing body shape isn’t always the easiest way to tell apart the two, there is one key difference in construction that’s easy to spot: acoustic guitars usually have a scratch plate (the piece of plastic next to the sound hole that protects the body of the guitar while you play), and classical guitars do not …
Q. Why don t classical guitars have dots?
The reason classical guitars don’t have fret markers on the FRONT of the fingerboard is because if you’re sitting in something approximating a traditional classical position with the guitar body elevated and neck upright in front of you, you CAN’T SEE THE FINGERBOARD anyway.
Q. Why are classical guitar fretboards flat?
A glance at any violin or cello from the last four centuries shows that they did know this. Simple answer is that by putting all the strings in the same plane, flat fingerboard facilitates right hand fingerpicking.
Q. Why do guitar necks have dots?
The dots you see on a guitar fretboard are to help the guitarist easily find any position on the fretboard. The dots are a quick visual guide to make it easier for guitarists to jump to any fret position.
Q. Is nylon string guitar easier to play?
Yes, nylon strings are softer and more gently on players’ fingers, so beginners generally won’t have to worry about finger pain or developing the callouses that will help them practice pain-free. And steel strings are, well, made out of steel, so sore fingers are definitely in your future.
Q. What are guitar fret markers for?
Fret markers are fretboard inlays that are functional as well as decorative; they mark off specific frets in order to visually indicate neck position to the performer. On guitars and basses, fret markers are usually found on the 3rd, 5th, 7th, 15th, 17th, and 19th fret.
