Interesting, I like fluorocarbon on most of my Ukes,although I have used Aquila stings at times. I will say this Aquila does seem to be a very innovative company,always trying new things not content to sit on their laurels and that is a good thing in my book. Thanks for the review.
I have just started my own comparisons, trying to find the perfect, for me, strings for my Kala solid mahogany tenor. KA- SMHT-SC. Including Aquila SNG, D’Addario EJ65TLG, Aquila Sugar for tenors and Living Water, all with a low g. The Sugars are a very nice string! I’m still not sure they will be my everyday string, as I love my Living Waters but definitely a close second. Thank you again for taking the time to do these “Just my opinion” videos. I value those opinions and 97% of the time, I agree. 😊👍🏻 Wes
Received these sugar strings as a free gift (with the purchase of their (7M Soprano) from the Mercantino Dell' Ukulele. It was a nice surprise. Though I like the strings that come with this model, I'm looking forward to hearing how they sound and feel. 😃
hello ! thanks for the test, specially on a soprano uke ! i'm actually using the aquila carbon black strings and there are really impressive too (different than the red series).
I am looking for concert ukulele strings with a Bright and Light sound. I am thinking of AGxAQ or Sugar Set maybe New Nylgut Set from Aquila. Which one would you recommend to me?
Sorry I never recommend strings. Simple reason is we all hear sound differently, play differently and ukes all differ. What I perceive in sound you may find different. I see it quite a lot - people arguing over whether a brand sounds bright or warm. Yet they are both right because it's what they perceive when they play!
@@GotAUkulele I fully understand, it's true the differences are often very subtle and everyone can perceive them differently, additionally, each instrument is different :) thank you so much! Your videos helped me a lot! Have a nice day: D
I love these strings because they sound so alive and warm but very bright also! I dont mind little squeak, after two weeks of regular playing the sound is barely noticeable. I guess it is the biological nature of these strings that is giving them these characteristics.
Baz, can you do an update on this? The sugars have gone through several iterations since and I think a lot of viewers would appreciate a comparison of Martin Carbons vs the new Sugars. Btw, keep up the good work. Mahalo for this and the Enya Nova U Pro review!
Sorry - this was one of the last 'string things' i'll do - try to keep out of debates and comparisons of them for simple reason that our individual ears and playing styles make people perceive sounds differently. I know some people who love these and some who hate them - but they are both entitled to that view!
Good day! Can you please tell me which strings are better to put under Low-G tuning on a tenor ukulele (electro acoustics) from the AQUILA RED or Sugar series? I want it to be close to the guitar sound.
Sorry - I have a policy to never give string recommendations. It's too personal and subjective as we all hear differently. What I think may not match your own hearing.
@@GotAUkulele I understand you, I bought a ukulele and have never played, and there is no place to listen either, I want to change the strings right away. I really like Aquila Sugar sounding. But I also recommend Red. But I need it to sound closer to the guitar. Just at least a hint, there just isn't anyone else to ask.
@@us-hamza for classic guitar sound sugars for modern acoustic sound reds, i hope i could help you friend. Just remember this is subjective. Добрый день
The first thing I do with a new Ukulele (Meanwhile I have got 5 Baritonos)I give them Ken Middeltons Strings , 2 of them I stringed with High D, Kens Strings are the very best(I think)Even though the nasty Spanish Customs charge me 8 Euros tax(why the hell did the U.K leave the European Union -GRRRRR) for each order, but Kens Strings a worth it.Greetings from Jerez
The stock strings on my new Martin ukulele sounded like absolute shit. After I replaced them with a set of Aquila Nylguts it made the soprano Uke sound much fuller and as you said, gave it more sustain in the upper frets. Thanks for the review!
@@Xcorgi Thing with strings though is it's totally subjective - we all hear differently, and mostly play differently. I've seen people discuss certain strings - one saying they are 'warm' one saying they are 'bright' - yet they are both correct - that's their perception. It's why I never call my videos on strings 'reviews' - as my opinion may not match others.
@@GotAUkulele I've been playing ukulele for 4 years and I still find buying strings a complete minefield. I've been guided by the "these sound warm, these sound bright" comments in the past, but to be honest when I have changed my strings (with a couple of exceptions) a rarely notice much of a difference in the sound. A couple of times when I've tried new strings and didn't like them I couldn't say why, perhaps it was the way they felt, or looked? I like Ken Middleton's approach of one type of string fits all and I often buy his strings partly because of this, much less confusing that some brands! Loving the ukulele reviews, thanks!
i've tried them but no...i don't like them, the consistence and the sound, ugly in my opinion. i like Aquila strings but only the Nylgut or Supernylgut version.
I think that perfectly sums up why I don’t give string recommendations. I’m the complete opposite and can get along with these but not their standards. One thing is for sure though - Aquila are a great brand, always developing ideas and not just re packaging fishing line!
Because I am telling people to make their own minds up and simply bringing them to their attention - you know.. helping out a brand that deserves a bit of a pat on the back. Some wont like them. Some will. I can't tell people to like them or not.
I have been using these some months now and the squeaking is more prominent when the strings are new. After week or two playing daily the sound is barely noticeable. And the sound is great!
