What stings should i try?

[xgrantgx]

I want to replace the rust spotted strings on the Epiphone thunderbird I got off craigslist this weekend. I want to try something that sounds really punchy and bright for the music I play (hardcore/punk). I've heard Ernie Ball Hybrids are good as well as DR Lo Riders. I tune in DGCF. Any other strings that are good?

[nogoodwithnames]

With your tuning I would try some DR DDT. Just a suggestion

[MOTORHEADBANGER]

If you wan't punchy, I would say some Dunlops. They are punchy, defined, and low tension.

[BgTckt]

I recommend B. (Get it? "B stings?" Ha ha ha ha ha!)

God, it's late.

[xgrantgx]

I looked up those DDT strings. They sound pretty cool. Might have to pick up a pair.

[TOOL460002]

Originally Posted by xgrantgx

I looked up those DDT strings. They sound pretty cool. Might have to pick up a pair.

you cant really go wrong with DR strings. im hooked and i endorse this message.

[nogoodwithnames]

Originally Posted by TOOL460002

you cant really go wrong with DR strings. im hooked and i endorse this message.

I'm hooked as well. Can't get away from the black beauties and red devils for some reason

[mdogs]

EB strings suck, you will have to replace them at least twice as fast as the DR's.

[TOOL460002]

Originally Posted by mdogs

EB strings suck, you will have to replace them at least twice as fast as the DR's.

+1

i had to get a set because i snapped a string practicing right before a gig, and the place didnt sell DR, so i bought some EB slinkys... and immediately noticed they werent even close.

the EBs did, as mentioned above, seem to kind of die right away, making harmonics barely audible. thats one of my benchmarks im looking for in strings. six month or year old DRs still sound better than six day old slinkys, and harmonics still ring clear after you break them in.

[xgrantgx]

Cool! I've played on black beauties before and they're a dream. I'll check out some more of the DR series and steer clear of EBs.

[Rockmusician]

DR Fat Beams

[knuckle_head]

Get a .112 to .118 on bottom for D tuning.