ECB81-5 : My favourite flats

11 years ago

I don't play roundwounds but I also dislike the stiffness of most flatwound strings, even in light gauges. D'addario Chromes offer me the best of both worlds - low tension flatwounds. They sound a lot brighter than any other make of flatwounds I've tried so far, and will last years if you keep them clean and look after them. Only thing, they tend to be a little less smooth than higher tension makes, especially the E and low B: that probably helps lower the tension and make the sound brighter, and is not a problem while playing.

Image Daddario ECB81-5

Technical Data

  • Manufactured by Daddario
  • Released in 2005
  • Average price : $85
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