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Optima strings? Anyone used Elixr??

Posted: 27 Jun 2009 09:40
by kimbovigier
I've been using these on and off for twenty years, back when they were Maxima. I've heard that the company has gone bust, is there any truth in this or is it just gossip based on the current economic climate? Hmm, I've no idea what strings I will start using if Optima are down the pan, I tried the Optima chromes last week and I really dislike them, I've broken two of them already and the tone is nowhere near as good as the gold.

I use Elixr strings on my acoustic guitars and may consider using them on the electric as I've tried every type of string from D'addario, Ernie Ball, Den Markley, Fender, Rotosound, GHS etc., etc., but Optima were the only strings that sounded and felt right.

Suggestions - Vigier strings perhaps?

Optima strings? Anyone used Elixr??

Posted: 27 Jun 2009 09:54
by Ben
I use Elixir non rust strings - they last for ages and work really well for me!


Optima strings? Anyone used Elixr??

Posted: 27 Jun 2009 09:57
by kimbovigier
Ben? Its Nathan - Oxford Guitar Gallery? You may remember me it was during my dark years when I was a fool and used (heave) Ibanez!! I bought an Excalibur Ultra and my life changed!! Contemplating my next purchase..

Optima strings? Anyone used Elixr??

Posted: 27 Jun 2009 09:58
by kimbovigier
Rightiho, I will be trying the non rust strings then..Cheers