D'addarrio has launched a new string, EXP stating it outlasts Elixir in terms of clarity.

Many thanks to my good friend, Sam who notified me that the shop he works for is actually putting these on for free. As my lovely EM 325C Maton has not seen the light of day since it was last played last year, I figured this was the opportunity it deserved.

 After a quick call to my buddy, Walter, we made way to Cranbourne music, Blackburn this morning to get our acoustic guitars restrung. His of course, is a nice hand made Cole Clark form the early days of the company and needed a restring.

  The first impression of the strings was that they were only about 80% as bright as the Elixirs when new but if their clarity lasts longer, why not?

 I was of course very impressed with the guys in Cranbourne music, Blackburn particularly Ryan who restring my guitar. When he removed the existing strings, he also took the opportunity to help me clean up the frets and reseated the string holders (sorry, I can't remember what you call those 'ball' like string holders at the end of the bridge).

 Next month, they are going to restring electric guitars for free with D'addarrio electrics. As an ernie ball extra slinky fan, I do want to try new strings out. Have used D'addarrio many years ago on my SG but have never with my strat. It will be interesting. Email me and I can let you know what the date will be for the free electric strings fitting :)

 Overall, a big thank you to Cranbourne music and Sam the man :)

Bought my amps, fender hard case, Maton and accessories from them since 2006 and have never ever been disappointed. Keep rockin', guys!