Dear trj,
My first choice is always real gut but there are mitigating factors.
Plan B, which includes most of my waking life and lutes, settles on
the New Nylgut. I do find it much nicer than the previous incarnation.
It's closer to gut's density, tunes (and stays) quicker (and longer)
and looks nicer. Be warned, however, you'll need a thinner diameter
than the old Nylgut as less of it wraps around the peg and more of it
stays between the nut and bridge coming up to pitch.
Disclaimer #1. I've only used it about 2 months so there may be things
I've yet to learn.
Disclaimer #2. I have no connection to Aquila or other gut or
synthetic string maker.
As for chanterelles, the mushroom, hedgehogs give close to the same
flavor and cost a third of the price.
Sean
On May 9, 2012, at 10:57 AM, theoj89...@aol.com wrote:
I bought a 7c ren lute strung in Nylgut. I love the Nygut, except for
the chanterelle, it just doesn't seem to feel or sing as strongly as I
wish - it seems thin. Do others have this problem? If so any
suggestions, I've thought of going back to a nylon (which would be
thicker?). Thanks in advance trj
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