I also use Savarez. There's another thing to consider, which is longevity. When I first put on a new set, they are bright, brilliant in sound, and make me smile. BUT ... that doesn't last long. SURPRISE of all surprises, the more you play them, the sooner they fade away ... reminds me of some old girlfreinds! Depending on my rehersal and performance needs, I'll often have to replace the strings every ten days. That can get spendy. I've taken to buying them on-line ... a dozen sets at a time. I also suspect that "old stock" in supply houses and stores affects their longevity.

Has anyone else noticed this? CHEERS, bob(deckman)nelson