Pyramid Gold Nickel Flatwound 310/12

This is "The sound".

This is the sound i have been looking for. Now i only need compressor/sustainer pedal and i will ascend into 1960s heaven where i´ll have a pint with George Harrison while his Rickenbacker gently weeps and my 12 string Telecaster Jingle Jangles.

good sounding strings

Consistently excellent quality from Pyramid.

Pyramid strings are too often under appreciated, because they're comparatively inexpensive. The plain strings - IMHO - are the best sounding plains on the market, regardless of price and brand. And the wound strings are as good as anything. Highly recommended.

Great tone and feel

Actually used these for two guitars. One as standard tuning. One as Nashville. Great for me to get two sets for one price! I had a twelve strings years ago. I always used these then too.

Pyramid Stings are Tops

Great Value, Excellet Tone!!!

First Time Flatwound User

It took me a little time to get used to these strings, but now that I have, I have no doubt that these will be my 'go-to' strings for my Gretsch G5422G-12.

The negative:

First, while tuning up for the first time on my Gretsch G5422G-12, the A octave string broke. No single flatwounds seem to be available, unless I've missed something.

Second, there is a significant increase in tension in comparison to roundwounds. At first, I wasn't sure how my left hand would react to them, but after a couple of weeks of fairly extensive use, I am pleased to report that I no longer find it much of an effort to fret chords, and play runs up and down the neck. Indeed, they have a smoothness that roundwounds lack.

The positive:

First: the sound is a lot clearer, more focused, in comparison to roundwounds. I was surprised by this. I've read that the main strings are 'mellow' sounding, but, to me, they sound dull. However, within the context of the octave strings, they fit perfectly, and the sound is exactly what I had hoped for.

Second: the extra tension helps tuning stability up the neck. No intonation wobbles up the neck, which happens with roundwounds.

Third: the tuning stays quite stable, even after not playing them for a day or so. Very pleased on that account.

Bottom line is, I love the sound, and the intonation stability up the neck (N.B., my Gretsch was setup perfectly by a Meistergitarrenbauer, the action is very low). If the octave A string hadn't have broken when I first tuned up, I would've given these strings 5s across the board.

The only strings you'll ever need for a Rickenbacker!

I needed to replace the strings on my Ricky 12 string guitar and was looking at the various manufacturers who produced such sets. I've tried a few other string brands but after a bit of research found that the Pyramids are the de-facto strings for a Rickenbacker. Previously I found that nickel-wound strings were a little 'zingy' but using the flat-wounds gives you that Rickenbacker jangly tone that you hear on records etc.

I'll be using flat-wounds from onwards. Yes, they are a little more expensive but I can assure you that they will be worth it!

Nice

Love these, smooth and last a long time.

Best Strings in the world.

The Pyramid Gold Nickel Flat-wound strings are the best strings you can buy for a semi acoustic 12 string guitar, used and recommended by professionals and I love them.

THE strings for authentic '60s sound

Whether you're fortunate enough to be playing a Rickenbacker (which I once was) or just a Danelectro (which I have now), flats are an important and often overlooked part of the '60s 12-string sound, and these are the best. Expect to go through a few of the octave G-string, which thankfully is easily replaced with a standard .010 E-string from any set. Great sounding, long-lasting, high-quality strings.

Fantastic!

Been looking for a set of these for months! if you have an electric 12 string guitar you need these strings! The harsh bright sounds of the octave strings on an electric 12 can easily be removed with these strings, warm, smooth and still have the perfect amount of jangle! the strings didn't take long to settle and if they're anything like my flat wound bass strings they will last forever as well! I cannot see me ever using a different brand in my life! the next time I order I will be stocking up on these without a doubt!