Conference napalm::guitar

re: -.1

I have a good source for custom-gauge non-electric strings.  I get a dozen 
sets delivered to my door C.O.D. for about $36.00.  

		Euphonon Co.
		Orford, NH  03777
		603-353-4882

Bob

        I know  of  another  place where I just recently ordered some
        .010 and .013  guage strings from.  They're $2.97 a dozen for
        whatever guage you want.  (Can't  remember  if  they're  name
        brand or not, but they're all your  standard  sized strings.)
        They also offer bulk ordering of alot of  name  brand strings
        as  well.    I just got a set of  D`Addario  `XL  Reds'  Bass
        strings from them for $13.00.  (Now THAT is cheap compared to
        the music shops around here !!)
        
        It's called Musicians Friend and they're from Oregon.  I have
        the catalog at home and can post more information as to  what
        their mailing address and ordering information is, tomorrow.
        
        Matt

    Thanks Matt, I'd appreciate that.
    
    Ross

   Has anyone ever had experiences with bulk strings "going bad" after a
   period of time?  I mean things like rusting in the package, etc.  I've
   had this happen to spare strings kept in the case and was just wondering
   if you *had* to use up that dozen packages within a year or whatever.

   -- Sam (who sometimes doesn't change his strings often enough)

>   Has anyone ever had experiences with bulk strings "going bad" after a
>   period of time?  I mean things like rusting in the package, etc.  I've

I haven't had any problems, but I generally use them up within a year anyway.

Bob

    
    
    
    	Musician's Friend (free one year catalogue)
    	box 596r
    	Eagle point, Or 97524
    
    
    	I've placed two (small) orders with them and they've been ok.

Ahh, you gotta shop around a bit, but that $36.... price was real
close to what I've been paying.

To buy them at a local retailer, one set at a time,,, is murder...

Qunatity pruchase is about the only way to go...  A case lasts me quite a while..
certainly worth the money, and it's so nice to you got lots and lots
of strings...  

    re. -1
    
    Where do you get your strings?

	Music Workshop in Salem, NH routinely carries selected Fender
	Electric string sets at 36 bucks a box.

    I've bought boxes of strings right from my local music stores.  When
    purchasing a large number like that they'll typically cut you a good
    deal.  I know I got at least as good a deal (maybe better I don't
    really remember the last box I got) on GHS Boomers. 
    
    I've had absolutely no problem with them going bad in storage and yes,
    one box lasted about a year.
    
    Greg

        Well, looks  like  someone beat me to getting the information
        in here, but thanks. :^)
        
        Also, when I  received  those  strings from Musicians Friend,
        they came in a  bad that also had a small bag of dessicant in
        them.  Keeps things from getting  moist  and rusty.  At least
        they're thinking ! :^)
        
        Good luck !
        
        Matt

A few different places.  

East cost, Music Emporium, and then there was this one place,
had a strange name, can't recall... had the best deal yet,, I think I paid
like $29.00 for a case of Marcley's...  I ought to see if I can dig up the 
number again...  

    
    About 3 months ago I bought a box of Boomers for $40(I assumed the
    price was a little higher since it was custom gauge) ordered thru
    Rice Music and I've gone thru about 6 sets on my 4 elec guitars, 
    and had a couple of friends try them.  I guess I saved about $10 
    buying it by the box.  These were packaged by the set, by the way.
    
    And since we here at Colorado don't really have to worry about the
    humidity level as ya'll do out East, I wouldn't mind buying my next
    batch this way.  Now, only if I can keep my Floys from keep busting 
    these strings...
    
    J-Dot
      

Musician's Friend, a mail-order catalog firm, has a pretty good sale on
guitar and bass strings in this month's issue. An example of the prices:

D'Addario Phosphor - $3.50
D'Addario XLs - $2.60
GHS Boomers - $3.19
Fender Super Bullet - $3.45
Ernie Ball Slinkys - $2.90
Dean Markley - $3.30

For bass players:

D'Addario XLs - $9.90
GHS Boomers - $13.90

That's about the lowest I've seen on the GHS Boomers, so I think I might order
ten or even twenty sets. I figure even with the p&h charge ($3.95 for orders
between $25-$50), it works out pretty good. And if you already get their
catalog, there's even a coupon for $2.50 off any order between $25-$50.

Mathwise for 10 sets: $31.90 + $3.95 shipping - $2.50 coupon = $3.34/set
Mathwise for 20 sets: $63.80 + $4.95 shipping - $5.00 coupon = $3.19/set

Pretty cheap!

The number for Musician's Friend is 1-800-776-5173 for more info....

alan

    
    
    
    	Yep, beat me to it.. I can't believe the prices on the XL's... I
    went to order 20 sets and was told that they were back-ordered already!
    Sheesh!

        And for those that have gold tone hardware (like me) on their
        basses, the D'Addario `XL Reds' Copper/Nickel Round Wound are
        $12.90 a set.   I  put  a set of those on my Yamaha MB-II and
        they look hot.  Much  better  than  gold  tone  hardware with
        nickel strings.
        
        Only thing is, you have to  polish  the  reddish  tint off of
        them  to  make them look `gold'.   They  must  be  dusted  or
        something, cause Windex took care of it with no problem.
        
        Matt_just_a_thought_! :^)

re: last few

I just called Musician's Friend to order 20 sets of GHS strings (at a final
cost of $3.19/set!). I guess they musta restocked, because they said they
would be here in 8-10 working days. Just wanted to remind people that the
sale is on for another month or so, if you want to take advantage of it.

alan

    Has anyone had good/bad service from Musician's Friend?  The reason I
    ask is that I called them 6-8 weeks ago for a catalog; having not
    received it, I called them again 3 weeks ago and was told yes, they had
    my name, just hadn't had time to send it yet.  I still haven't gotten
    it.  I'd love to buy from them, but if they can't even get a CATALOG to
    me, well, you can see my concern.
    
    Are they better at filling sales orders than catalog orders?
    
    Charlie

    I've only ordered from them once, a few months ago, but I received most
    of my order by UPS within about 4 days.  There was one item (a book)
    that was backordered and it took about three weeks before it showed up. 
    They were very nice on the phone and I was pleased with the service.  
    
    If they had something I couldn't get locally I'd order from them again.
    I thought most of their prices were just average, I could do as well
    locally.  I also like to support my local music stores, I do most of my
    business with them and they know it and give me fair prices in return.
    
    Greg
                                                                          

    
    
    
    
    
    	I ordered 20 sets of D'Adarriadarrioiao or whatever strings from
    them for 2.60 a set and they came promptly.. needless to say.. I'm a
    happy camper.. lessee... I change strings about once every two years,
    so I may have just bought may last sets of strings boys and girls!! 
    nyuk, nyuk!

    I've bought mega-quantities of strings and picks from them for years.
    Never a problem, tho' they sometimes back order stuff.
    
    Danny W.

    Thanks; that's enough to put my fears to rest.  I'd wanted to order
    strings prior to getting the catalog (these New England prices are
    KILLING me!), but didn't know...
    
    Thanks,
    Charlie

re: .18

> -< But do you think you'll really get them in 8-10 days? >-

Well, 10 working days have passed, and they were sitting at home waiting for 
me last night, just as they promised!

alan
_who_now_owns_a_lifetime_supply_of_strings!_