How long do nickel/nps strings really last before they corrode/tarnish?

mastershake · #1 05-18-2011, 07:19 PM

this something iv read numerous times while first leaning how to play and because of this i usually stay away from nickel

FunkMetalBass · #2 05-18-2011, 07:36 PM

Before they tarnish? I've never had a set tarnish on me yet, and I've been playing nickel/NPS strings for almost 9 years now.

screaminglucy · #3 05-19-2011, 08:54 AM

i've seen them turn green or black after several years. faster in a humid environment.

pbass888 · #4 05-19-2011, 12:55 PM

they start going out of tune after a few months of pretty heavy daily use for me... then its time for a change

dwm74 · #5 05-19-2011, 01:03 PM

My D'addario EXL170's have been going strong for 7 months now, with no sign of tarnish, corrosion, or discoloration. And I never wipe down my strings after playing. But then I live in the desert with very little humidity for much of the year.

mastershake · #6 05-19-2011, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by dwm74

My D'addario EXL170's have been going strong for 7 months now, with no sign of tarnish, corrosion, or discoloration. And I never wipe down my strings after playing. But then I live in the desert with very little humidity for much of the year.

im not so fortunate, i live at sea level its always humid.