The answer to this question requires knowledge of too many factors and variables for a single answer to work for any two players.  So rather than attempt to provide a single answer, I’ll give you a lot of the factors to consider with input from some more knowledgeable folks. What type of music do you play? What type of instrument do you have? What sort of sound do you want to get out of your instrument? In general, you can expect strings to have these basic parameters: Different types require different tensions, which along with the surface of the string, affect the feel to your fingers. The best way to determine what works for you is to experiment with different types and find the ones you like best on your instrument.  A type of string you love on one instrument may very well sound muddy or soft on another. From…

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