SECTOR SPOTLIGHT STRINGS Tanglewood
Infinity by Tanglewood strings are processed from fine metals and alloys and finished in a delicate Fibreflex polymer coating to resist rust build- up and enhance each string’s vitality and performance. The range has become popular in almost all Tanglewood markets around the globe. Gauges available are IBT 10 (Extra Light - 0.10-0.47), IBT 11 (Custom Light - 0.11-0.52), IBT 12 (Light - 0.12-0.53) and IBT 13 (Medium - 0.13- 0.56). All retail at £12.95.
Westside
Martin has worked closely with players to develop a coated string that significantly extends life but doesn’t compromise feel. The Lifespan strings (pictured) are coated with a Cleartone ultra-thin proprietary treatment, which repels dirt and grime. The original SP acoustic guitar strings start off as a pure steel SP core wire, which is then bronze electroplated. From £15.49. This year sees the introduction of two new bass products from Elixir Strings. “We spent a year researching and spoke to over 1,000 bassists to create the improved Nickel Plated Bass Strings and that’s paid off in a rich, clear tone and the finger-friendly feel of the specially designed NANOWEB coating,” said Chris Loi, Elixir’s global sales leader. The critical advantage of Elixir Strings is the microscopically thin NANOWEB and POLYWEB fluoropolymer coatings that form a long-lasting shield between the string and this damaging environment. Today, other string manufacturers offer coatings that protect the wrap wire going round the core but neglect the gaps between the windings, allowing deterioration to occur. Elixir Strings caters for all markets and individual tastes, with strings available for acoustic and electric guitar, bass, mandolin and banjo.
ALSO AVAILABLE
Back in February Summerfield MI was appointed as the UK distributor for La Bella Strings. The supplier now stocks the brand’s complete product line, which features strings made from a variety of different materials, including nylon, Kevlar, copper, brass, bronze, silver, aluminium and several different types of steel. La Bella is also one of the only companies in the world still making traditional gut strings for antique and Baroque instruments. A new 32-page catalogue was released back in May.
CONTACTS Rosetti
Rosetti’s 80/20 bronze wound Acoustic Guitar Strings (£2.45) come in 10/47, 11/50, 12/53 and 10/47 (12-string) gauges, while its nickel round wound Electric Bass Guitar Strings (45/105) can be purchased in 40/95 and 45/105 gauges. A phosphor bronze wound 45/105 set for acoustic basses is also available. All retail at £6.50. For electric guitarists, the company has two nickel round wound options in 9/42 and 10/46 gauges, both with RRPs of £2.31. Finally, Rosetti supplies Nylon Strings for Classical Guitar and Ukulele at £2.45 RRP.
Barnes & Mullins .......................................................................01691 652449 JHS...............................................................................................0113 286 5381 Summerfield..............................................................................0191 414 9000 Sutherland (Dean Markley) ....................................................02920 887333 Tanglewood ................................................................................01937 841122 Westside.....................................................................................0141 248 4812 D’Addario...................................................................................0191 300 3000 Rotosound..................................................................................01732 450838 Strings & Things .......................................................................01273 440442 Rosetti ........................................................................................01376 550033
40 July 2012
www.mi-pro.co.uk
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