Description
Aquila 153C RED SERIES Guitarlele Strings E Tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) is a full set of six Red Series strings for tenor guitarlele tuned E to E, like the top of a guitar (E-A-D-G-B-E). Red Series strings mix Nylgut with red copper powder for about twice the density of standard white Nylgut, giving a clear, sharp sound and powerful voicing across the whole fretboard.
Specifications
| SKU | AQ-153C |
|---|---|
| Series | Red Series |
| Instrument | Tenor guitarlele (guilele / guitalele) |
| Material | Mix of Nylgut and red copper powder |
| Colour | Red-brown |
| Strings in set | 6 (full set) |
| Made in | Italy (hand-crafted) |
| Features | Nylgut made elastic, then red copper powder added to raise density to about twice that of standard white Nylgut; slightly rough surface eliminates the squeak that sometimes happens with Nylgut; great feel, excellent elasticity and accurate intonation past the 12th fret; pressing hard on the frets does not make the note sharper; no need to file the nut slot wider |
| Tuning | E to E (E-A-D-G-B-E) |
Common questions
What tuning are Aquila 153C strings for?
The Aquila 153C strings are for guitarlele in E to E tuning, E-A-D-G-B-E, the same notes as a standard guitar.
What is the difference between the Aquila 153C and 133C?
The Aquila 153C Red Series set is for guitarlele tuned E to E (E-A-D-G-B-E), while the Aquila 133C Red Series set is for the more common A to A tuning (A-D-G-C-E-A).
How many strings come in the Aquila 153C set?
The Aquila 153C is a full set of six strings.
What are Aquila 153C Red Series strings made of?
The Aquila 153C Red Series strings are Nylgut mixed with red copper powder, giving about twice the density of standard white Nylgut and a red-brown colour.
Do I need to widen the nut slots for Aquila 153C strings?
No. The Aquila 153C strings do not need the nut slot filed wider.
Where are Aquila 153C strings made?
The Aquila 153C strings are hand-crafted in Italy.
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