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String Finder
Granata Music • String Guide
Strings that match your tone, feel, and skill level
Choose your instrument, then pick your goal (beginner comfort, bright tone, warm tone, long life). We’ll show the best string types and direct product picks we carry.
Fast pick: Beginners → Light gauge
String Picker
Pick an instrument, then choose a goal. The product list updates instantly.
Beginner comfort Brighter tone Warmer tone Balanced all-around Long life (coated) Heavy strumming / tighter feel
Beginner gauge
Light is easiest. If your guitar feels stiff, try Extra Light.
Bright vs warm
80/20 Bronze = bright • Phosphor Bronze = warm/balanced.
Longevity
Coated sets stay fresh longer (great if strings “die” fast).
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Hard to play?
If your action is high, lighter strings help a bit — but a proper setup helps a lot. We can replace strings + do a full setup so it feels right.
Beginner gauge
Start with 9s or 10s for easier bends and less finger fatigue.
Classic tone
Nickel Wound = familiar, balanced tone.
Tighter feel
If you down-tune or hit hard, try a slightly heavier set.
Most common
Standard sets around 45–105 are the safe starting point.
Tighter low end
Medium gauges can feel firmer and keep notes solid.
5-string
Choose sets built for a strong low B (consistent tension).
Beginner
Start with Normal tension for comfort and control.
More projection
Hard tension feels firmer and can project more (more demanding).
Feel
If it feels stiff, drop tension instead of forcing it.
12-string
Look for sets made specifically for 12-string tension and feel.
7-string / baritone
Use dedicated sets for lower tunings and stable tension.
Need help?
Tell us the instrument + tuning and we’ll match the right set.
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Specialty setup?
Bring it in — we’ll install the correct strings and set it up for the tuning you use.
FAQ
Quick answers customers actually ask.
How often should I change strings?
It depends on how much you play. If your strings feel rough, won’t stay in tune, or sound dull, it’s time. Coated sets typically last longer than uncoated.
Are lighter strings “worse”?
Not at all. Lighter strings are often best for beginners and for easy bending. Heavier gauges can feel tighter and louder, especially for heavy strumming or down-tuning — it’s about matching your goal.
My guitar hurts to play — should I just buy lighter strings?
Lighter strings help a little, but if action is high, a setup is the real fix. We can install strings and set it up so it feels comfortable and plays in tune.