Concert Red : Horrible intonation

4 years ago

Ok, so I wasn't aware of the fact that the Augustine "Classic" strings are infamous for their poor intonation and that they've been like this for decades. I guess the questions is this: Why do they keep manufacturing this junk?

I should have done a search online before buying. That's what happens when I decide to try new strings on a whim. The G-string in particular is so poorly intonated that it is practically useless.

Maybe these strings would be fine if I made a compensated saddle but why bother when many other classical guitar strings work fine with a standard, un-compensated saddle (apart from the ENTIRE saddle being compensated by it's placement of course).

Do not buy these strings unless you want your G-string to be out of tune at pretty much every position except open G.

Image Augustine Concert Red

Technical Data

  • Manufactured by Augustine
  • Average price : $10
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