Using Fast Fret on Elixers

[Mo' bass]

I'm using Fast Fret on my strings (DR and Optima Gold) but it's not working like I want... Strings go dead too soon, but I do like the feel. Now I've decided to try Elixers. Would using Fast Fret on the Elixers be usefull for cleaning them or would it damage the Elixer coating?

[gre107]

Why even bother using that stuff?
It doesn't make you play faster and the natural oils etc from your hands will work fine. If your getting "string scratching" from your hands leaving/sticking to the strings just soak your hands in warm water before playing.

You want to keep your strings clean so they will last but by applying any of these "wonder" products to your strings you are doing the complete opposite right?

Just stop using it and you will find your strings will last much longer. And won't have nearly as much crud on them.

Peace.

[Mo' bass]

Hmmz, the Fast Fret applicator get's dirty, that means the strings get cleaner.. right??

Will the Fast Fret damage the Elixer coating? Anyone?

[73jbass]

The Elixer web coating does exactly what fastfret is supposed to do with regular strings.Elixers work great just like they are.

[mjm]

i use stringtreat it works great and doesn't gum up like fast fret, and it works on my strats too ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,m

[DWBass]

I wouldn't use anything on Elixer Nanowebs. They already have a coating to facilitate faster playing. It may degrade the coating defeating it's purpose. when I feel my fingers getting sticky on my strings, I just wipe the sweat off my forehead onto my fingers and I'm good for another set!

[mjm]

i use stringtreat , dnt have to take the strings off to use it ,and it wont gum up like some other products ive used,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,m

[kayakbass]

If you want to clean your strings DON'T use anything other than alcohol wipes (available at your local drug store). Anything else will kill your strings. That fast fret stuff is evil on string life! Don't put anything on your strings accept clean fingers!

[Mo' bass]

Hehe, allright, you've all made your point, thanks!

[Low_End_IIA_Vic]

don't waste 20 dollars on strings if your going to ruin the coating

[Mo' bass]

The Elixers Nano's are on my bass now. I like the sound, playability and it looks like the coating is working.. I have the super light's (40 60 75 95 125) if anybody is interested..